Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge is located in Southern Bwindi in Uganda. It is remote and at over 2,000 metres above sea level, it is Uganda’s highest lodge. It sits up on a ridge above the clouds looking across to the Virunga volcanoes and the impenetrable forest that is Bwindi. Guests at Clouds stay in their own cottage. Built of local volcanic stone, every cottage has a large sitting room with fireplace, vast overstuffed armchairs, and hand-woven carpets. Each individual cottage features the work of one of Uganda’s most respected artists.
The main lodge has soaring ceilings, massive exposed wooden beams, big picture windows with endless views of treetops, volcanoes and mountains. It feels like a ski chalet in the alps. Or a stone palace in the Rocky Mountains. But with the gentle and warm welcome, the quiet dedication of the personal butlers and the smiles on the faces of virtually all the staff, this can only be in Uganda. Come and stay awhile in the Clouds… Quick Snapshot Activities lists and more detailed information can be sent – kindly contact us for this
Where : Southern sector of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Western Uganda
Access : Regular scheduled & charter flights from Entebbe (1.5 hours) | road (11 hours)
Rooms : 7 rooms (2 family with 2 bedrooms each (1 twin & 1 double in each) | 4 double | 1 twin)
Activities : Gorilla tracking (easy access to 6 gorilla families) | cultural & community activities
Highlights : Personal butlers | community concept lodge | pure luxury | best gorilla access | birding | one of the most scenic locations in Uganda | fantastic food direct from organic vegetable gardens | wi-fi
Cocktails up in the CloudsCredit: Wildplaces Africacloudy veranda
Sitting Room at CloudsCredit: Wildplaces AfricaMain lodge sitting room
Looking out my bedroom window...Credit: Wildplaces Africaview of Virungas from window
Sitting Room at Clouds 2Credit: Wildplaces AfricaMain Lodge sitting room
cottage / bedroom sitting areaCredit: Wildplaces Africasitting room in one of the cottages
Clouds Dining RoomCredit: Wildplaces Africadining room at Clouds
Clouds Dining RoomCredit: Wildplaces AfricaDining room at Clouds
In Partnership with the Africa Wildlife FoundationCredit: Wildplaces AfricaAWF Plaque
one of the bedrooms/cottages at CloudsCredit: Wildplaces Africasitting room of cottage
Cozy fireside bed in the Clouds cottagesCredit: Wildplaces AfricaClouds bedroom
Mother and Child Nkuringo GorillasCredit: Wildplaces Africaclose up of mother and baby gorilla
Quietly watching gorillasCredit: Wildplaces Africagorillas at Nkuringo, Bwindi
Heading into the forestCredit: Wildplaces Africalight forest cover at the edge of Bwindi
Up close and personalCredit: Angela Kertland Mooregorilla tracking the Nkuringo Group at Clouds
Guests stay in private stone cottages, all of similar fine standard.
8, large and spacious stone cottages with separate living rooms and ensuite bathrooms.
All cottages have their own private sitting room with a fireplace and deep comfy armchairs and sofa.
Each cottage features the original commissioned artwork of an individual Ugandan artist and has breath-taking views through big picture windows looking out to the Virunga Volcanoes.
Guests can opt for King size bed or two twins.
These cottages have outdoor verandas with sitting area. Family Rooms have a grassed area outside where guests can sit and drink in the view.
Guests stay in private stone cottages, all of similar fine standard.
All cottages have private sitting rooms with fireplace and deep comfy armchairs and sofa. These family cottages feature two bedrooms with ensuite bathroom. Each bedroom can be configured with either twin beds or one king bed.
Each of the cottages has a wood-burning fireplace.
Each cottage features the original commissioned artwork of an individual Ugandan artist and has breath-taking views through big picture windows looking out to the virunga volcano range.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Verandah
Available Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Room Service
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Fine Dining, Game Viewing, Gorilla Tracking, Gourmet Picnic, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided)
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Canoeing, Cultural Tours, General Sightseeing, Gorilla Tracking, Hiking, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided)
Gorilla Tracking
Gorilla tracking is the highlight of a trip to Clouds, and for many it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
A truly unique wildlife encounter combining wilderness, wonder and awe.
The tracking can take anywhere between 2-8 hours and requires a degree of fitness and physical ability.
Weather is unpredictable, the terrain can be challenging and the memories will be long lasting!!
