Mahogany Springs Lodge offers privacy and serenity blended with optimal comfort in a spectacular setting. With some of the most luxurious accommodation in East Africa the feeling that you will experience when staying here is beyond compare.
Mahogany Springs Lodge is the perfect base from which to begin your Gorilla Tracking in Uganda or Bird watching adventures. The Gorillas have been to know to the visit the lodge and coming face to face with one of these peaceful creatures is an indescribable experience.
With more bird species per square kilometre than anywhere else in the world Bwindi is often described as bird watchers paradise and the fact that Mahogany Springs is set back on an open piece of land by the river ensures we have many rare species visiting us every day.
Come and stay at Mahogany Springs and it will live in your memory forever with a charming elegance that will leave you wanting more…BOOK NOW
Mahogany Springs Lodge Banda
Location of Mahogany Springs
Set back on the pristine waters of the Munyanga River and facing Bwindi Impenetrable forest the natural setting of Mahogany Springs is beyond imagination.
The exotic gardens and intricately designed stone pathways leading to the river invite you to explore every corner of this magical place uncovering the various surprises along the way such as the Home grown vegetable garden.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is situated in the Virunga Volcanoes mountain range, and is located in southwestern Uganda on the edge of the western Rift Valley. It is one of the most biologically diverse areas on earth, where over half the world’s population of highly endangered Mountain Gorillas live in its jungles. In Rwanda, Volcanoes National Park is a home to these special mountain Gorillas and gorilla trekking in Rwanda is done here
Bwindi provides habitat for some 120 species of mammals, 348 species of birds, 220 species of butterflies, 27 species of frogs, chameleons, geckos and many endangered species. Floristically Bwindi is amongst the most diverse forests in East Africa, with more than 1,000 flowering plant species including 163 species of trees and 104 species of ferns.
Sit on your terrace or down by the river to absorb the stunning panoramic views and allow your imagination to float off into a world of divine relaxation.
Accommodation
Main Building
Once you enter the main building you will experience a marvel of expert interior design work throughout intertwined with spaciousness and very high levels of comfort. There are a number of awe-inspiring features within the main building: One of the most popular features is the huge panoramic terrace that stretches around the front of the building and provides a balance between the sounds of the river and the views of the forest. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the terrace or just sit here all day soaking up the views. There is an impressive intricately designed bar with a great selection of wines and beverages. Guests love to relax in our living room area that has a double-sided fireplace, book/dvd library (with portable dvd players) and board games. There is also a shop within the main building that has crafts, clothes and a large selection of souvenirs from around Uganda. The restaurant is set within the main building and guests can choose to dine inside with the cosiness and warmth of the glowing fire or outside on the terrace with the sounds and delights of nature. From the rising of the sun through to the days end the main building provides guests with many features to soak up and enjoy…
Dining Area -Mahogany Springs
At Mahogany Springs tantalise your taste buds with the A la carte menus for every meal which change daily providing endless dining options and a wide range of cuisines to cater to all pallets. Head chef Subedi has been cooking in top hotels for over 15 years and his food combines flavours from all over the world, Asian, African, Middle Eastern and European. BBQ night at Mahogany Springs is always a favourite with guests and is held at least once a week on the terrace of the main building. Afternoon tea is included Free of Charge every day and our pastry chefs bake fresh cakes and biscuits. For an extremely memorable dining experience Mahogany Springs offers a private bush breakfast or dinner by the river ( subject to availability, prices on request) You will love every meal at Mahogany Springs in a setting you have probably only ever dreamed of…
The bar at Mahogany Springs is elegantly designed and pleasant on the eye. More importantly however it is stocked with a great selection of International branded spirits, wines, liquors and soft drinks. The staff are trained in cocktail making and take delight in showing you their skills. Sit back, switch off and enjoy a drink at Mahogany Springs bar.
The living room at Mahogany Springs is a great place to relax, grab a book from the library, choose a great dvd or just chill out by the fireplace with a drink whatever you fancy doing to switch off the Living room is the perfect place to do it.
Superior Suites
The Superior Suites can be Twin, Double or Triple. These suites are spacious with large double doors and beautiful windows. Each Suite has its own private exquisitely designed terrace with panoramic views of the surrounding area. There are power points in the rooms as well as a dressing table/desk. All suites have large en-suite bathrooms with a gorgeously designed open terracotta shower. For added comfort and peace of mind all the suites have an advanced mosquito net system that wraps around the entire area of the beds.
The Presidential/Family Suite
Absolute privacy mixed with complete spaciousness the Presidential Suite can be twin, Double, Triple or Quadruple. With 2 bedrooms, 2 en-suite bathrooms, spacious living room and a large private terrace that overlooks the river and faces the forest this suite is designed for guests seeking the very best. There are power points in the living room and bedrooms as well as 2 desks/dressing tables. There is also an advanced Honeymoon Suite
The Huffington Post named Uganda the number 2 Most Unforgettable Honeymoon Destination in 2016 and they picked Mahogany Springs as the recommended safari lodge for Gorilla Tracking. We quickly decided to add a The Honeymoon Suite which opened in July 2016. The room has the same design and features as the Superior Suites with a few little added extras including a larger bed and a bathtub in addition to the shower.
How to get to Mahogany Springs Lodge
To reach Mahogany Springs from Entebbe there are 2 options:
Option 1 – fly direct to Kihihi with Aerolink from Entebbe International Airport. Flight time around 1 hour (subject to change). When you land at the airstrip in Kihihi we will be waiting for you and transfer you to the lodge in one of our vehicles. Transfer time around (90 mins). 2 flights a day.
Option 2 – Driving from Entebbe. This can take around 12-15 hours depending on road and weather conditions. We recommend splitting the journey over 2 days or staying with us as part of a longer itinerary with various stops around Uganda.