AP Expeditions: Gorillas and Chimps of Uganda

Nestled in the leafy suburbs of Entebbe, is the stylish boutique hotel, Hotel No.5. From the moment you arrive, you are warmly welcomed and cared for. With luxurious rooms opening onto the garden and swimming pool, this is a great option for guests looking for an intimate stay in a tranquil setting.

Make yourself at home – unwind beside the swimming pool, pamper yourself with a spa treatment, or work up a sweat in the hotel gym. For one of the most flavoursome dining experiences in Entebbe, carefully planned menus are paired to an international wine list, and served with pride.

Attention to detail and an attentive guest experience are synonymous with Hotel No. 5, making it the perfect choice for a restful stay in this busy town.

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Lounge area

Lounge area

Dining Area Credit: Dave Southwood

Bar area Credit: Dave Southwood

Room Interior Credit: Dave Southwood

En-suite Bathroom Credit: Dave Southwood

Swimming pool

Hotel Grounds Credit: Dave Southwood

Exterior

Outdoor dining Credit: Dave Southwood

Outstanding dining

Gym

Luxury Twin Room Luxury Double Room

The luxury twin rooms are located on the ground level. Each room has a small outside seating area opening onto the gardens and swimming pool, and ensuite bathroom with shower. All air conditioned rooms offer Wi-Fi internet access, a guest safe, flat screen television, direct dial telephone, filter coffee making facility and mosquito nets over the beds.

The luxury double rooms are located on the second floor. Each room has a small outside sitting area facing the gardens and swimming pool, and an en-suite bathroom with shower. All rooms offer Wi-Fi internet access, a guest safe, flat screen television, direct dial telephone, filter coffee making facility and mosquito nets over the beds

Property Facilities

Gym, Laundry Service (Available), Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Complimentary Wi-Fi, En-Suite, Mosquito Nets, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Tea / Coffee

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Room Service

Activities Nearby

Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Catch-and-release Fishing, Cultural Tours, Garden Tours, Wildlife Tours

Nestled deep within the forest and adjacent to the starting point for Chimpanzee tracking and the extraordinary Chimpanzee Habituation experience as some of the most awe-inspiring wildlife encounters you’ll find anywhere on the planet making Primate lodge’s greatest asset lies in its location,

The lodge has nine spacious and luxurious cottages, each tucked away in the heart of the forest for ultimate privacy and an immersive nature experience. Relax in a cozy haven featuring either two double beds or one king-size bed, a comfortable sitting area with armchairs, a reading table, and a sprawling veranda offering stunning forest views.

For those seeking a romantic escape, our honeymoon cottage is the perfect choice. Ideal for couples celebrating love or special milestones, this intimate retreat boasts private lounging and dining areas, along with a veranda that seemingly blends into the forest surroundings.

Indulge in rejuvenating massages, dine on our spacious terrace, and unwind with a drink from our well-stocked bar. Discover the essence of luxury and adventure in the heart of Kibale Rainforest National Park with Primate Lodge Kibale.

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Double room Credit: Great Lakes Safaris

Honeymoon cottage Credit: Great Lakes Safaris

Twin room Credit: Great Lakes Safaris

Massage room Credit: Great Lakes Safaris

Lounge Area Credit: Great Lakes Safaris

Restuarant Credit: Great Lakes Safaris

Twin Room Double Room Honeymoon cottage HoneyMoon Cottage

Features two single beds with mosquito nets to keep the bugs away while you sleep and an ensuite bathroom with hot water running 24/7, and a private deck facing the forest

Features a double bed with high ceilings and a grass thatched roof with mosquito nets to keep the bugs away while you sleep, an ensuite bathroom with hot water running 24/7, and a private deck facing the forest

For newly wedded couples that want to leave in an adventurous way with a bathroom and balcony

The honeymoon cottage is a double occupancy, it is very popular with honeymooners, anniversaries and the ‘hopeless romantics’ who can also enjoy private lounging and dining at the extensive cottage and a private veranda that seems to go right into the forest.

Secluded far deeper into the forest and thus far more private, it’s most the elevated cottage’ is fitted with a giant 7×7 King size Bed.

Property Facilities

Activity Desk, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, Vegetarian

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Bath, Clothes Press, Detached Private Bathroom, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Fireplace, Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Smoking Rooms, Tea / Coffee, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly

Available Services

24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Fine Dining, Garden Tours, Gorilla Tracking, Gourmet Picnic, Natural History Tours, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

Activities Nearby

Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Garden Tours, General Sightseeing, Health and Fitness Centre, Hiking, Natural History Tours, Walks (Guided)

Nestled at the gateway to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Buhoma Lodge is one of only two lodges set within the national park, and is the perfect lodge of choice when embarking on your bucket-list Gorilla trekking adventure.

Renowned for its warm welcome and attentive service, guests love the homely ambience of this Africa inspired lodge. Constructed using sustainable materials, the elevated central lounge, bar and dining area (serving delicious multi-course meals) offers a cosy spot for guests to unwind, and offers amazing uninterrupted views over the forest. The crackling fireplace adds a mystical atmosphere to cooler evenings.

Tranquil and cosy, the ten spacious eco friendly wooden chalets offer a private escape. Fall asleep to the sounds of the forest and awaken to chattering birds and monkeys as day breaks. Enjoy morning tea/coffee on your private verandah with sweeping views over the primal forest– what better way to start the day.

With Buhoma set just steps away from the trek start point, gorillas have been spotted popping in for an occasional visit, while our resident L'Hoest's monkey troup visit the gardens in front of the lodge almost daily, much to the delight of our guests.

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Buhoma Lodge - Aerial View

Buhoma Lodge - Curio Shop

Buhoma Lodge - Twin Room

Buhoma Lodge - Room Veranda

Buhoma Lodge - Bathroom

Buhoma Lodge - Room View (1)

Buhoma Lodge - Room View (2)

Buhoma Lodge - Bathroom

Buhoma Lodge - Rooms

Buhoma Lodge - High Up Room

Buhoma Lodge - Main area Credit: Peter Hogel

Buhoma Lodge - Main area

Buhoma Lodge - Double Room

Buhoma Lodge - Delicious meals

Buhoma Lodge - Evening Entrance

Buhoma Lodge - Views

Chalet

Our ten comfortable chalets have been designed with the forest in mind, by using eco-friendly materials and applying eco-friendly building standards. The chalets may have been built with consideration for the forest, but comfort hasn't been compromised on.

Inside the spacious chalets you will find large, comfortable beds and everything you need to make yourself at home. The well-appointed and roomy en-suite bathroom with flush toilet contains a rain shower with a copious supply of hot water and equipped with locally produced natural ranges of complementary bathroom amenities. Some chalets also offer a bath-tub for relaxation and enjoyment after the day’s activities.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Mobile Connectivity, Restaurant, Spa

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Laundry Facilities, Lounge Area, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee

Available Services

Room Service

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Gorilla Tracking, Massages, Walks (Guided)

Activities Nearby

Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Cultural Tours, General Sightseeing, Gorilla Tracking, Hiking, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided)

Mount Gorilla Trekking Buhoma Community Village Walk Bwindi Forest Walk

Mountain gorillas are wild animals and, as such, sightings cannot be guaranteed. However viewing success rates are over 90%. Once sighted, visitors are allowed an hour with the gorillas. Overnighting in Bwindi is required the night before tracking due to your early morning start. As tracking can sometimes take a full day, a second nights accommodation is also highly recommended. Ideally 2 to 3 nights are suggested to enjoy this region.

Gorilla tracking timings and conditions vary tremendously as the gorillas move continuously through the rain forest. It is good to be prepared and remember the weather can change with very little warning. The terrain is often steep and through areas where there are no marked paths. It can be VERY strenuous – it may be just a couple of hours but it can also be for a full day of up to 8 hours or more of hiking in hot, high altitude conditions – please be prepared for this by being as fit as possible!

This walk provides guests with an opportunity to support the local community whilst enjoying visiting various interesting places as you follow a walking trail through the village. Highlights include the traditional healer, banana brewery and Mukono Primary school where you may interact with the children.

This can be undertaken with a Uganda Wildlife Authority guide to allow you to hike along the trails and enjoy the forest flora and fauna. A popular choice is the 3-4 hour hike to the waterfall. Get lost in the ancient forests of Bwindi with an experienced guide on hand. These forests also provide great bird watching opportunities.