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Bwindi Lodge is a luxurious eco-lodge situated on the edge of Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its mountain gorilla population. The lodge offers an intimate jungle experience, seamlessly blending comfort with the natural surroundings.
The lodge features ten hand-built bandas (cottages), comprising eight standard and two deluxe units. Each banda is designed with a blend of contemporary and traditional African aesthetics, offering: En-suite bathrooms with hot showers, private verandas overlooking the forest, mosquito-netted beds and eco-friendly amenities. You get to enjoy personal butler service too. The deluxe bandas provide additional space and enhanced views, catering to guests seeking extra luxury.
Bwindi's main lodge area has a lounge, bar, and dining room with an outdoor terrace and panoramic forest views. The Humula Forest Spa offers a complimentary massage and of course the full range of treatments - perfect after a long hike!
All meals are included featuring locally inspired cuisine, additionally, guests can visit the nearby Bwindi Bar, a social enterprise that trains local youth in hospitality, where they can enjoy traditional Ugandan dishes and the signature "Gorillini" cocktail.
The lodge is located in the Buhoma sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and serves as an ideal base for various activities:
Gorilla Trekking: Embark on guided treks to observe mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
Nature Walks: Explore trails leading to waterfalls and scenic viewpoints.
Bird Watching: Discover a diverse array of bird species endemic to the region.
Community Visits: Engage with local communities through cultural experiences and visits to the Bwindi Community Hospital.
Tea Processing Tours: Learn about traditional tea processing methods at nearby cooperatives.
Bwindi Lodge holds a 5.0 rating on Tripadvisor, ranking #3 out of 24 lodges in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Guests consistently praise the lodge for its exceptional service, luxurious accommodations, and immersive experiences.
We like it for it's unique blend of luxury, adventure, and cultural immersion, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking an unforgettable experience in Uganda's pristine wilderness. The owner of Volcanoes Safaris is a true pioneer and was a key person in establishing sustainable forest and gorilla tourism in the region.
•10 newly renovated luxury bandas. 8 standard rooms (6 doubles and 2 twins) and 2 deluxe bandas (2 doubles). All rooms offer spectacular views of the forest. No guide/tour leader rooms available at the lodge.
•All bandas are complete with en-suite bathrooms with flushing toilet, double vanity and shower with hot & cold running water.
•Each banda has a private terrace overlooking the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest with scenic panoramic views.
•Personal butler service for all guests.
•The Forest Spa Humula mw' Ishamba opened in April 2018. This is being extended to create a larger forest spa and sauna and will open in mid-2023. One 50-minute complimentary massage per guest per stay. Extra massages are available at $50 per 50-minute massage.
•Full board accommodation including all soft drinks and regular and premium alcoholic beverages including cocktails, cellar collection wines and single malt whiskies. Guests pay for French champagne only.
•Visit award-winning Bwindi Bar.
•Complimentary laundry service.
•Power sockets/charging facilities and hair dryer in the rooms. No air conditioners.
•Wi-Fi is available in the main lodge and all guest bandas.
2 deluxe bandas
Luxury Bandas
•10 newly renovated luxury bandas. 8 standard rooms (6 doubles and 2 twins) and 2 deluxe bandas (2 doubles). All rooms offer spectacular views of the forest. No guide/tour leader rooms available at the lodge.
•All bandas are complete with en-suite bathrooms with flushing toilet, double vanity and shower with hot & cold running water.
•Each banda has a private terrace overlooking the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest with scenic panoramic views.
•Personal butler service for all guests.
•The Forest Spa Humula mw' Ishamba opened in April 2018. This is being extended to create a larger forest spa and sauna and will open in mid-2023. One 50-minute complimentary massage per guest per stay. Extra massages are available at $50 per 50-minute massage.
•Full board accommodation including all soft drinks and regular and premium alcoholic beverages including cocktails, cellar collection wines and single malt whiskies. Guests pay for French champagne only
•Complimentary laundry service.
•Power sockets/charging facilities and hair dryer in the rooms. No air conditioners.
•Wi-Fi is available in the main lodge and all
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Mobile Connectivity, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Dressing Gowns, Fireplace, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Safe, Shower
Available Services
24-hour Security, Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available)
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Garden Tours, Gorilla Tracking, Massages, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Adrenaline Activities, Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Cultural Tours, Garden Tours, General Sightseeing, Gorilla Tracking, Helicopter Rides, Hiking, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Wildlife Tours
Tracking mountain gorillas through the dense African forests is a magical experience. Only eight visitors are allowed per gorilla group each day, and to minimize possible transmission of human diseases, visitors are asked to maintain a distance of 10m from the gorillas. Typically, tracking can take from 3 to 8 hours and requires some agility and fitness; however, all fitness levels can be accommodated and no one should feel deterred from missing this once in a lifetime experience.
For an in-depth understanding of the behaviour and conservation of gorillas, guests can be accompanied by a veterinary doctor from the Gorillas Doctors or by a researcher from the Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH) organisation in Buhoma.
Gorillas Doctors are dedicated to conserving wild mountain and eastern lowland gorillas through life-saving veterinary medicine and a One Health approach.
CTPH is a non profit organisation, founded by Dr. Glady Kalema, which focusses on the interdependence of wildlife and human health in and around the protected areas of Uganda. They are located in Buhoma, walking distance from Bwindi Lodge.
This exclusive experience allows a total group of 8 guests to track a gorilla group in the forest on their own. This enables guests to have a deeper connection with these fascinating animals, accompanied by their own guide who can give them personal briefing.
The cost is 5600 USD per trek per day in Uganda, for a maximum of 8 guests.
In 2013 the VSPT began simple tea processing in partnership with the local communities, at the Volcanoes Safaris Bwindi Lodge, which is located at the edge of the primordial Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, World Heritage Site and home to the famous Mountain Gorilla, in South West Uganda.
Tea has proven to be a very useful buffer crop when planted between forest areas with protected wildlife, and local human communities. Animals do not eat tea so feel no need to come out of the forest to “crop raid” which is the source of much human-wildlife conflict in areas around National Parks.
A tea tour is available to interested Volcanoes Safaris guests, demonstrating how tea is grown, picked and traditionally processed in Uganda. The tour also shows how ‘black’, ‘green’ and ‘white’ teas are produced and differentiated. Guests are invited to sample the fine teas at the end of the tour whilst looking out over the impressive forest.
In 2015, the VSPT officially opened the Bwindi Bar, located near the Volcanoes Safaris Bwindi Lodge on the edge of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The bar provides a practical training institution for local disadvantaged youths living near the Bwindi National Park in Buhoma.
The VSPT aims to provide practical experience in the tourism industry, to create more job opportunities in the region. Thanks to this programme, trainees are armed with the appropriate skills set to go on to gain successful employment in hospitality in the Bwindi area.
The trainees gain practical skills in food and service during their three month training. They are then sent for further internships at nearby lodges. Bwindi Bar serves a variety of delicious locally-inspired food and drinks, including the famous Ugandan 'Rolex' wrap and the signature 'Gorillini' cocktail!
Congratulations to Bwindi Bar on winning the 2016 PURE Community Engagement Award!
Bwindi Community Hospital was established in 2003 to provide health care to the Batwa community and, due to the high demand of health services, the hospital opened its services to all people living in the area. What started as an outreach clinic under a tree is now a 112 bed hospital providing health care and educational services to a population of over 100,000 people. A simple stroll through the village will lead you to the hospital.
Uganda offers some of the world’s best bird watching, with a vast diversity of bird species. Uganda has over 1,000 bird species with 150 found only in Uganda. Each of our lodges offers the chance to see a number of different birds, with the vast majority endemic to the Region.
At Bwindi Lodge the beautiful walk to the river takes you through the lush grounds of the lodge with the magical Bwindi Impenetrable Forest on the other side of the river. Gorillas, chimps and birds can often be heard in the undergrowth. A natural pool in the river can be used for quick cool dip!
This escorted walk in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, traces the river up into the park, where 3 beautiful waterfalls can be found along the way.
The forest is home to 350 bird species of which is 23 endemic bird species, clouds of butterflies and rare plant life. This walk offers excellent photographic opportunities and the guide will provide a great insight into this globally important habitat.
A creative blend of the culinary highlights of Ugandan and European dishes are served using freshly grown ingredients, including the traditional "Luwombo" chicken wrapped in banana leaves.
Guests will love our new delightful canapé?s?, ?exotic? cocktails like the Passion Fruit Mojito and premium wines and whiskies.?
At the award-winning Bwindi Bar informal local tapas are served in the wonderful garden overlooking the forest. Guests can even make their own "rolex" wrap. It’s like the Harry’s Bar of Bwindi!
In 2015, the VSPT officially opened the Bwindi Bar, located near the Volcanoes Safaris Bwindi Lodge on the edge of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The bar provides a practical training institution for local disadvantaged youths living near the Bwindi National Park in Buhoma.
