Accommodations in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park : Looking for where to stay in the park? here is a list of accommodation facilities/safari lodges in Bwindi National Park in Uganda that you can book.
Mahogany Springs
This eco-friendly lodge is famed for its location upon the slope of a gently sloping hill that overlooks the lush canopy of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
All its honeymoon cottages and superior suites are cozy and kept remarkably clean given the rustic setting. Each is surrounded by a well maintained garden of tropical fruits and flowers. Together, this combination attracts lots of bird species, most of which have very serenading calls and tweets. A perfect music for the soul!
By the same token, the main restaurant looks out to the park. It is wonderful to sit out there with a coffee or beer, looking at pictures after a day of gorilla trekking or bird watching. The chic setting doubles as a lounge area with a charming fireplace that is perfect for spending quality time with your loved ones. Be careful while walking from the parking to the reception, its steps have some large boulders.
At the end of your trek, you will be treated to a rejuvenating massage in your room. It’s the perfect therapeutic treat you need after covering those 11,000+ steps during the trek!
You can take advantage of the lodge’s location at the borders of the park to head out for a community walk as you immerse in traditional ways of life of the locals. Their dances, food, how they get married etc. Alternatively, you can walk down to the stream adjacent to the lodge for a peaceful respite. If it is your lucky day, you could see wildlife there, especially monkeys.
Buhoma Lodge
From the moment you set foot here, you will feel at home and very undisturbed. It is located in a lush, green and beautiful ancient forest with more than 50% of mountain gorillas, Bwindi Impenetrable N/P. Its location with five minutes’ walk from the meeting place for gorilla trekking makes it a worthwhile choice.
It has 10 chalets, each of which is constructed and beautified with locally sourced materials. It is the epitome of comfort in Bwindi, boasting fully fledged rooms that are complete with en-suite bathrooms. The view from the porch of its individual chalets looks out across the valley to the mist-shrouded jungles of Bwindi.
On the part of service, their staffs don’t compromise on quality, offering good attention to small details that make holidays unforgettable. Each room of Buhoma Lodge is spacious and served with a hot shower. This is a big bonus considering that temperatures in this high altitude zone drops drastically at night.
As you head out for a gorilla trek the next morning, the chef will make for you packed lunch as the adventure can sometimes last over two hours.
After your trek to see the gorillas, you are likely to leave the forest in shoes which are smelly or dirty. Luckily, a caretaker at the lodge will expertly clean your boots and dry it for you at no charge.
Lake Mutanda Resort
This pearl is hidden so far into the wilderness, at a peninsula. It offers a stunning array of volcanoes at the points of intersection for Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic Congo. Their beauty is reflected in the surrounding picturesque lake after which the lodge is named. The resort prides in having some of the most comfortably equipped and tasteful decorated wooden bungalows. During your stay, you will see lots of bird species fly from plants to water and back. The biggest concentrations mostly comprise of weaver birds and king fishers.
At Lake Mutanda Resort it is the little touches that make the big difference. This cuts across from the tiny details in the exterior and interior design of the lodge to the unmatched service levels provided by the highly trained host team. They are very lovely, love their country, and happily share it with travellers.
The food here is fresh, inventive and full of flavor. Thanks to the lodge’s location within easy reach from Mgahinga National Park and Bwindi, it is possible for adventurers to do mountain climbing, bird watching and nature walks in both oarksWe also indulged in a boat trip round the lake with some wine and cheese.
Gorilla Safari Lodge
Gorilla safari lodge is a magical special place in Bwindi that speaks to your soul! The lodge offers accommodation in 18, en suite large lavish units. As expected of an upmarket hotel, it is awe-inspiring, welcoming and has comfy beds with tons of blankets. The views of Bwindi National Park and the distant Volcanoes are breathtaking.
Its staff exude love of the place and genuinely do all it takes to make your stay there amazing. You can start your day here with a refreshing cup of Ugandan coffee as you watch the sun rise and birds sing joyfully. At night, you will be provided a hot water bottle in bed to keep you warm. First though, you will be treated to a delightful dinner prepared with a Ugandan touch.
Hot water is hard to come by in rural Africa, but showers here are great and flow with lukewarm water. It is just what you need after a long day of trekking. The bathrooms are always clean and its hot shower flows at a good pressure.
