Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge

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Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge The lodge is a six-time winner of the World Travel Awards (WTA) as the Leading Safari Lodge in Uganda since 2016.

Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge is thoughtfully comfortable and concentrates on cheerful African hospitality, which complements its superb location and function as the base for gorilla trekking in the south of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge sits at a 7000-ft altitude on a magnificent ridge with stunning views across the rugged landscapes and the entire Virunga Volcanoes chain backdrop. Six 45-square-foot private garden cottages, two family-style villas and five luxurious suites sit above the Bwindi Forest canopy with distinctive elegance and startling luxury amid forest trees, flowers, and shrubs. Locally styled furnishings grace the spacious rooms, and light fills the space from private viewing decks over the forest swath and beyond the entire Virunga Volcanoes chain. At the highest point on the property sits a grand lounge building housing the dining, drinks and coffee bar spaces with expansive 360-degree views of the gorgeous rugged landscape. Based on hundreds of reviews from guests, Nkuringo is an excellent base for gorilla trekking adventures in the south of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Nkuringo Sector (3 human-habituated gorilla families) and Rushaga Sector (8 human-habituated gorilla groups). Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge is thoughtfully comfortable and concentrates on cheerful African hospitality, which complements its superb location and function. From the lodge, you can access activities like:

Tracking the elusive mountain gorillas in the misty rainforest

Walking safaris across Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and around the lodge

Amazing birdwatching experiences in the national park

Walking with the native Batwa forest people in Buniga Forest

Canoeing adventures on Lake Mutanda a few miles from the road

Visiting the surrounding communities for an immersive cultural experience

Picnic evenings at the top of the word, at the highest soccer field with incredible 360 views.

We love reading reviews like this because they lift us above the day-to-day of hospitality and remind us what the experi...
29/09/2026

We love reading reviews like this because they lift us above the day-to-day of hospitality and remind us what the experience feels like from a guest’s side.

Javier and his love left these beautiful words:

“What an amazing hotel, stunning views from the room, warm staff and facilities. Next to the Bwindi National Park, it is a real jewel in Africa. We came for the gorillas, but our experience got pumped up. A smile and details that we will always cherish. 10/10, remarkable experience, totally recommended. Thanks to all the staff and especially Susan who hosted us.”

— Javier, September 2026

Cat Cristin says "What a truly special place!""Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge is set in an absolutely stunning location, with br...
04/09/2026

Cat Cristin says "What a truly special place!"

"Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge is set in an absolutely stunning location, with breathtaking views, and is the perfect base for gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. From the moment I arrived, I felt incredibly welcome and well looked after.

The entire team deserves a special mention. Everyone was genuinely warm, attentive and incredibly helpful, and you can really feel how much they care about making their guests’ stay memorable.

A very special thank you goes to Erias! He was absolutely wonderful throughout my stay – always kind, attentive and there whenever I needed anything. His warm and calm manner made my time at Nkuringo even more special.

When something unexpectedly had to be reorganised at short notice, the lodge Manager Musa immediately stepped in and found a solution, which I really appreciated.

The combination of the spectacular surroundings, the proximity to the gorillas and, above all, the wonderful people makes Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge a place I can wholeheartedly recommend.

Thank you for such a lovely stay, I would come back in a heartbeat! ❤️"

Christine traveled alone in September 2026 and she's a part of Nkuringo Family.

We are humbly waiting to host you too soon.

We’re bringing another one home from Zanzibar. 🏆Last night, Rhoda and Mariam represented Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge at the W...
29/08/2026

We’re bringing another one home from Zanzibar. 🏆

Last night, Rhoda and Mariam represented Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge at the World Travel Awards Africa Gala in Zanzibar, where we were named Uganda’s Leading Safari Lodge 2026.

That makes it 5 years in a row — and our tenth World Travel Awards win since 2016.

We’re proud of the award, of course. But even more proud of the people at Nkuringo who make a stay on our little ridge above Bwindi what it is every single day — the team welcoming guests, preparing rooms, cooking, tending the gardens, guiding, serving and quietly taking care of hundreds of details.

And to the guests, safari partners and friends who continue to choose Nkuringo and speak well of us, thank you.

Rhoda and Mariam, bring that trophy home. ❤️

Uganda’s Leading Safari Lodge 2026 — World Travel Awards.

Good news from Uganda: the Ebola outbreak is officially over. 🙌The World Health Organization confirmed this after 42 con...
27/08/2026

Good news from Uganda: the Ebola outbreak is officially over. 🙌

The World Health Organization confirmed this after 42 consecutive days without a new confirmed case.

For anyone planning a safari to Uganda, or our travel partners sending guests our way, this is certainly welcome news.

And a big thank you to Uganda’s health workers and communities who worked hard to get us here. 🇺🇬

"Paradise in the mountains" says Dawn"The lodge is absolutely beautiful. The view out over the mountains was breathtakin...
26/08/2026

"Paradise in the mountains" says Dawn

"The lodge is absolutely beautiful. The view out over the mountains was breathtaking. The suite was luxurious and the private butler made everything effortless on a trip that pushed me to my limit. The gorilla trekking was unbelievable, but to be able to come back and be so well taken care of was a dream. I can’t recommend them highly enough."

Dawn and his partner stayed 3 nights. 3 nights give you an extra day to relax back and enjoy the people and the place and take back home great memories.


It all started quiet at the Kilembe Hill water point.Then the runners poured in small pockets of excitement.The Bert Bag...
22/08/2026

It all started quiet at the Kilembe Hill water point.

Then the runners poured in small pockets of excitement.

The Bert Baguma team, including our CEO, kept the water point moving with water, fruit, glucose and plenty of cheering.

Somewhere along the way, the showers became part of the entertainment.

A good day at the Rwenzori Marathon, and an even better one to share with the runners coming through Kilembe Hill.

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Plot 2 Uringi Crescent
Entebbe
000256

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