Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge is a luxury safari lodge in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park’s Nkuringo Sector, set at 7,000 ft (2,133 m). The lodge is perched on rugged hilltops above the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park overlooking the vast Virunga Mountain range emerald vistas.
The lodge offers 21 rooms in 18 residences with full amenities divided into 3 two-bedroom family villas, 4 Luxury Forest Suites, 6 garden cottages and 5 Standard Garden Cottages.
Each cottages features a bedroom, en-suite bathroom with a walk-in-shower, living area with a fireplace (there are no fireplace in standard rooms) and comfortable chairs to enjoy the golden fire glow. The verandas have lounge chairs providing you with the perfect vantage point to celebrate the magnificent landscape views (standard rooms do not have these views).
All the villa rooms have breathtaking views over the imposing Bwindi Forest and the garden chalets soar above the Virunga Mountains range.
The Lodge’s newly finished main area sits on the property’s highest point boasting 360-degree vistas of what makes Nkuringo Bwindi Lodge stand out, the main area features high ceilings, pale canvas furnishing, large wooden beams and columns maximize the sense of space and grandeur in the main lodge area. All the local specialty chef serves all the meals in the main area.
Location
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla 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. Also, from Rushaga Sector briefing point it is 23 kilometers – a 45-minute drive from the lodge.
Guest Rooms at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge has six cottages with en-suite fire places and private Balcony with stunning views of either the magnificent Virunga or the canopy of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest including 3 Villas are 2 in 1 Bedrooms cottages each with en-suite, private entrance and terrace with interconnecting door, perfect for families and friends traveling together. Three Forest Suites offered with all-inclusive butler service and boasting stunning views of Bwindi.
Standard Cottages
The 38-square-meter Standard Garden Cottages are 5 beautifully renovated cottages with a calming location surrounded by rare trees and flower gardens, each cottage has a private 15-sq-meter bathroom and a balcony for guests to enjoy calm mountain winds and twittering sounds from some of the rarest birds on the African continent.
These rooms feature sinuous walkways, meticulously selected interior décor, furniture and award-winning room service.
Note: Unlike other cottages at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, Standard Cottages don’t have glorious landscape views.
Garden Cottages
These beautiful cottages are privately hidden away in lush green gardens, each of these 6 cottages is individually built with volcano stone, crafted with African décor, spacious bathroom, furniture and a fireplace for colder nights. Powered with solar and built with a veranda to enjoy the Bwindi Forest Views, the garden cottages are ideal for solo travelers or friends sharing or a couple on a vacation.
Luxury Suites
There are three luxurious forest suites at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, these suites are nestled on the hillside overlooking the misty jungle canopy with distinctive elegance. Each suite is individually built with volcano stone and crafted by local artisans with reusable material.
The spacious bathrooms are fitted with elegant bathtubs positioned for incredible views over Bwindi Forest Canopy, Africa décor, furniture, fireplace and large outside sitting area. Each suite has a private butler and exclusive room service.
Two Bedroom Villas
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge has three two-bedroom villas with adjoining hallway door and veranda ideal for family or friends with each villa accommodating 4 people.
Each room is independent with a private bathroom, sitting area and fireplace for the colder nights. Immerse yourself with beautiful views of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest at comfy outside sitting area.
Facilities at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
The lodge has two lounge and dining spaces that is Mylica Bar and Rafiki Lounge with stunning views of the surroundings, the Virunga volcanoes and the Bwindi Forest. Both serve 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 are offered at Full Board Basis including breakfast, lunch (packed lunch for visitors tracking gorillas) and a 4-course dinner. Special diets are also catered for and all suites come on an all-inclusive arrangement with full-time butler service.
Lodge Facilities
- Balcony / Deck / Outside Area
- Internet Wi-Fi (Main Area, Complimentary)
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Hair Dryer
- Hot/Cold Shower
- Electrical Outlets
- Nightdressing Gowns
- Pure Cotton Linen Sheets
- In-room Fireplace
- Secure Key-lock Safe
- Laundry Service (Complimentary)
- Dining / Main Lounge Area
- Complimentary Tea / Coffee
Available Services
- Airport Shuttle (Available)
- Babysitting Service
- Transfer Services
- Chauffeur Service
- Credit Card Payments
- Room Service
- Travel Desk
Onsite Activities
- Bird Watching
- Fine Dining
- Garden Tours
- High Tea
- Massages
- Natural History Tours
- Guided Walks
- Story Telling Evenings
- Batwa Cultural Dances
Off-site Activities
- Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
- Bird Watching
- Canoeing
- Community & Cultural Tours
- Guided Cycling
- General Sightseeing
- Walking Safaris
- Hiking Around & Inside Bwindi
- Volcano Mountain Climbing
- Natural History Tours
- Guided Walks
- Extension Wildlife Safaris