Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge - Accommodation In Bwindi Forest

Where you should stay for gorilla trekking in Bwindi!

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is famously known for its endangered inhabitants, the mountain gorillas. Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, located in the park’s southern section, provides incredible accommodation and base for gorilla trekking in Nkuringo Sector. Since 2007, this multi-award-winning jungle wilderness has provided lodging for thousands of trekkers that flock to this part of the world to see mountain gorillas. You too are invited!

Since 2006, our walking safari experience has excitingly well complimented our guests’ gorilla trekking experience. Hiking across Bwindi Forest, from Nkuringo to Buhoma in the north, will open up the whole jungle to your emotional experience, giving you a chance to see the world’s rarest flora & fauna in one of the oldest jungles on the planet. The guided walking safari is a must for adventure seekers and nature lovers. Read more >>

In Harmony With Nature

The lodge is built out of local material, using locally sourced papyrus for ceiling and wooden floors with a touch of volcanic rock. We used corrugated iron sheets to support rainwater catchment, which is our primary water source. We operate ‘In Harmony with Nature’ and on ‘Carbon Neutral footprint, ‘working with clients to preserve the environment through our go–green endeavors. All clients are encouraged to come with water bottles to refill drinking water from our main dining area.

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Safari Beyond Gorillas

Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge is situated in the heart of the Nkuringo local community, where guests can experience the vibrant cultures from the villages surrounding the lodge. Its position is a fantastic base from which to go Mountain Gorilla Trekking, nature walking, hiking, and birding in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Stay longer and explore the region’s untamed wilderness, meet the local tribes, and immerse yourself in captivating scenery.

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Travel With Confidence

Our guests are at the very heart of everything we do, and we can assure you that your health, safety, and wellbeing are our utmost priority. We’re now offering PCR tests in the comfort of your garden or forest room. Please take your COVID-19 vaccine before you travel to have maximum protection during your journey. Major Uganda entry restrictions include a NEGATIVE Covid-19 PCR test 72 hours before your travel, and visas online at visas.immigration.go.ug

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Travel in times of uncertainty

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Quick Facts

Location

The lodge is located 300m from the Nkuringo Sector visitor’s reception, you can take a 10-15 minute walk to the gorilla trekking briefing point. We are also 23 kilometers (14 mi) from the Rushaga Sector briefing point, a 45-minute drive from the Lodge.

Facilities

We have two lounge and dining spaces, Mylica Bar and Rafiki Lounge, with stunning views of our surroundings, the Virunga Volcanoes, and the Bwindi Forest – both serving homemade meals and freshly-baked bread and warmly furnished with fireplaces. The Upstairs lounge also has a fireplace, in-house craft shop and the best views of the Virungas.

Meals

The garden cottages and villa rates are Full Board arrangement including breakfast, lunch (packed lunch for those tracking Gorillas), and a 4-course dinner. We cater to special diets on request. All suites come on an all-inclusive arrangement with full-time butler service.

Cottages

There are six cottages with en-suite, fireplace, and private Balcony with stunning views of either the Virunga’s or Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The 3 Villas are 2in1 Bedrooms cottages, each with en-suite, private entrance, and terrace with interconnecting door, perfect for families and friends traveling together. Three forest suites – coming with all-inclusive butler service, with stunning views of Bwindi.

Electricity and Wi-Fi

The Lodge is operated on both Solar and electric Generator as our main power supply. The voltage is 220V – UK outlet and charging can be done in the main dining area and also each cottage has sockets for charging. Wi-fi is only available in the Dinning and lounge area.

Gorilla Permits

We are very instrumental in sourcing Gorilla Tracking permits for clients that wish to stay with us at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge with our timely response to your inquiry. Each Gorilla Permit costs USD700, and we charge USD30- facilitation fee per tracking permit. We cannot make tentative bookings for tracking permits with Uganda Wildlife Authority, unless you make permit reservation with cash.

thepackrats

2021-08-04

Beautiful lodge in the heart of Nkuringo Nkuringo Gorilla lodge and it’s staff were exceptional as the beautiful Bwindi National Forest. We spend 4 nights in a villa with a beautiful view. Our attentive housekeepers provided fires in our rooms, hot water bottles at night & cleaned our trekking clothes and boots. The food is fairly good but the restaurant service and bar tenders were excellent. We enjoyed our massages and the friendly staff. Gorilla trekking , excursions around Nkuringo were made easy by their guides Moses & Adolph and our driver Alias. It was a pleasure to get to know them. Top of the World Sundowners was a memorable way to end our once in a lifetime experience.

dalonda Young

2021-07-27

Bucket list must The owner Lydia does a superior job to accommodate all her guests. The facility is well maintained and updated. A must for your bucket list to visit the gorillas. Wifi available in lodge. Hairdryer provided in lodge since facility is solar.

Josh

July 2021 Gorilla trip This lodge was first class in every way. The staff was extremely warm and inviting. The owner and manager went out of their way to make sure that our stay was the best possible. The food was amazing every meal. The views are spectacular from the rooms and grounds. We would gladly come back to this lodge.

Ethan Y

2021-07-25

Excellent manager and employees with great hospitality. Exhilarating views along with friendly communities. Excellent service even as one of first groups post covid. Manager provided great service and leadership for her employees. Community of the surrounding areas were friendly and approachable with foreigners during daytime. Not sure about nighttime as we’re exhausted with activities. And excellent views of mountains and self grown plantations.

KirkV412

2021-07-24

Highlight of our Honeymoon The three nights we spent at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge were easily the best part of our honeymoon, which is saying a lot as the whole trip was terrific. It's a little bumpy to get to Bwindi, but once there, the setting and view are magnificent. I don't think I've ever been somewhere with a more genuinely warm staff as well. We were made to feel welcome from start to finish. The little details are also unparalleled, with hot water bottles in the beds at night, and a fireplace that the housekeeper lights for you while you are at dinner, so your room is cozy when you get back. Knowing it was our honeymoon, they set up a surprise dinner for us on the last night with a heart made of flower petals and a very sweet song sung by the staff. If you are staying in Bwindi, I truly recommend staying at this lodge.

Stacy B

2021-07-23

Gorilla Gamechanger Lodge Hands down, the trip and stay of a lifetime. My boyfriend and I went to gorilla trek and the staff took care of our every move - even meeting us in Entebbe to go over the schedule. The activities were top notch. The property has so many amazing views of the forest, it’s hard to know where to sit and relax. The food is great, and they even have a spa with high quality massages. Thank you Lydia for creating such a masterpiece!

Bethesda, MD

2021-07-14

A Truly Special Place! We loved everything about this lodge! The accommodations are luxurious but the place maintains a warm and casual vibe. It is extraordinarily well run. The owner, Lydia, the manager and staff were all delightful. Special touches were common -- handwritten notes, fireplace prepared while at dinner, shoes cleaned, etc. And the food was delicious! We twice had to reschedule our trip, which also included a walking safari, and communications with the lodge were always quick, efficient and friendly. We traveled to this area to see the breathtaking views and they did not disappoint. Our only regret was that our time here was too short. Next time we will stay longer. Hopefully, we'll get to see the glow of the volcano at night.

Brice868

2021-07-09

Nkuringo Lodge- June 2021 I went on a Uganda Safari with the Nkuringo company, and when we reach the company lodge in Bwindi I stayed there for 3 night. This was by far the best lodge of the trip. The service is perfect and people are kind. Rooms are large and very well equipped. (of course no wi-fi in the room but this is the standard when traveling to any Africa location). Food was really good an the lounge atmosphere is very cool. I met other traveler there and we had a couples of beer together. And the view on the Virungas is absolutely insane. The housekeeper service is also outstanding. As you come back very dirty from the Gorilla trekking, they will do there best to wash your clothes and shoes for the next day. Amazing 3 days at this lodge. Cheers

Ila L

2021-06-28

Beautiful Lodge, amazing people and service - wonderful experience This is was probably our favourite lodge whilst travelling through Uganda in June 2021! I got a bit sick and everyone was so helpful and kind! The lodge is beautiful and offers breathtaking views. The food is amazing and the service is top notch too - they offer amazing hand and full-body massage as well as have such a great attention to detail - hot-water bottles in bed and little notes left in your room by Rosemary! All very sweet and thoughtful! If I'm back in Uganda one day I will make sure to stay at this amazing place again - thank you for your hospitality, we felt truly special!

BeeDee_1

2020-02-23

Lodge with services going beyond expectations The service of this lodge was going above what we have expected. It started with massages upon arrival, nice briefing in a reception area, all associates being always receptive for any question. The food was good. Variety as expected.