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Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge

Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge overlooks the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Reserve in Western Uganda, close to where the gorilla treks start. Guests stay in one of the eight simple stone cottages, each of which offers stunning views over the forest canopy.

Buhoma, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
  • Stunning views from the lodge Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Reserve

  • Sometimes the gorillas sleep in the grounds of the lodge

  • Use as a base to trek for the mountain gorilla

  • Have a relaxing massage


Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is home to gorillas, monkeys, chimpanzees and birds. Tracking gorillas in the so-called ‘impenetrable' forest is a magical experience.

The Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge is pleasant lodge and is located just outside the reserve, around 500m from the gorilla trailhead. The eight stone and thatch cottages are comfortable but basic, with en-suite bathrooms.

Guests can spend the day mesmerized by exotic sounds, or watching primates and birds in the canopy from the terrace of the cottage, which juts out into the forest. The main areas are similarly simple, but enjoy great views out over the dense forest and down the valley. As well as gorilla tracking itself, guests can go on guided forest and birding walks, as well as village and pygmy visits. There is also a nice river stroll on the property itself.

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Top tip:

Take a walk down by the river on the property - the birding is amazing!

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Location

Buhoma, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda

The Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge overlooks the magnificent Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda, home to gorillas, monkeys, chimpanzees and birds.

8-hour 30-minute international flight to Entebbe-Kampala Airport. The lodge is an hour's flight from Entebbe, a long drive day's drive from Kampala or a 6-hour drive from Kigali.


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