Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge is situated on the South of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park with stunning views over Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, the magnificent Virunga Volcanoes and the Great Albertine Rift Valley. There are 12 individually hand-crafted cottages, each offering the tranquility of the rainforest, the atmosphere of a mountain chalet and the warm hospitality Ugandans are known for. Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge prides itself on its green credentials and through its various initiatives including solar energy and rainwater harvesting proudly operates as a carbon neutral lodge.
The main areas of the lodge comprise of a cosy restaurant serving fantastic homemade meals and freshly baked bread, a bar and a coffee-shop with amazing views over the mountains beyond. Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge is situated in the heart of the Nkuringo local community and not only provides a fantastic base from which to go Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Uganda and birdlife of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest but also allows its guests to experience the rich and vibrant culture of the communities that surround it. BOOK NOW
Garden Room -Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge- Photo by: NKuringo Lodge
The Lodge/Rooms at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge’s 12 rooms are split into 3 categories, the Virunga Terrace rooms, the Garden Cottages and the 2 Bedroom Villa.
Virunga Terrace Rooms
The 6 Virunga Terrace rooms offer great value, they all have en-suite facilities, a front terrace and views over the magnificent Virunga Volcanoes.
Garden Cottage Rooms
The 4 Garden Cottage rooms are privately hidden away in the lush gardens. Each individually crafted cottage has a fireplace for the colder nights, is powered by solar and has a large veranda.
Two Bedroom Villa
The 2 Bedrooms villa is ideal for families or groups of 4 people, each room is independent but the can be interconnecting. They are also joined by a large veranda with beautiful views overlooking Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Each room has a sitting area and fireplace for the colder night.
Activities at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge.
Enjoy the amazing visits of the forest and volcanoes of the Virunga.
Visit Batwa pygmies.
Experience a guided village walk.
Bird spotting forest birds along the forest trails.
Track the Nkuringo Gorilla family (assuming you have a tracking permit).
Getting there and away
For those travelling by public means Nkuringo is accessed from the Kabale – Kisoro road. Take the public bus from Kampala to Kisoro a 500KM journey, approximately 11 hours. On arrival in Kisoro you will need to arrange a private hire vehicle to take you to Nkuringo some 36 kms from Kisoro.