Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Lodge
Rushaga near, Bufumbira, Western Region, Uganda
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This spa lodge is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Nkuringo Visitors Center and 17 mi (27.4 km) from Lake Bunyonyi.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Delicious breakfast
Airport drop-off available
Lots to doAmenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Hiking
Spa
Massage Room
Fitness Room
Private parkingFree
Airport pick-up
24-Hour Front Desk
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Property Description
This spa lodge is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Nkuringo Visitors Center and 17 mi (27.4 km) from Lake Bunyonyi.
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4.3/5
Very GoodCleanliness4.3
Amenities4.3
Location4.3
Service4.3
All 45 Reviews
Surroundings
Airport: Kihihi Airstrip
(112.7 km)
Landmarks: Rushaga headquarters
(820m)
Landmarks: Bwindi Reptile Farm
(5.0 km)
Landmarks: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
(7.4 km)
Landmarks: Bwindi National Park
(8.7 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
8
Luxury Room
1 single bed and 1 double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Balcony
Daily housekeeping
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Basic Tent
20 futon beds
Free Wi-Fi
Smoking Permitted
Private bathroom
Towels
Balcony
Daily housekeeping
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4
Standard Room
1 single bed and 1 double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Mountain view
Towels
Balcony
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Guest Reviews
4.3/5
Very Good
45 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.3
- Amenities4.3
- Location4.3
- Service4.3
Average for similar properties in Bufumbira
AI Summary
Guests praise comfortable, spacious rooms with hot water and unique touches. Convenient location for gorilla tracking. Cleanliness, friendly staff, well-equipped fitness center, and basic breakfast options are highlighted.
Riannon J
January 19, 2025
We had an amazing three nights at Rushaga Gorilla Lodge, with specacular views of the Bwindi Impentrable Forest National Park. The lodge is charming and very well maintained, with extremely clean and comfortable rooms. The food is delicious and plentiful, and they had great vegetarian options for every meal. The very best part of the lodge is the team working here, who took incredible care of us. From enuring our room was spotless and creating lovely towel and flower art on our bed every day, to making sure we had all the food and drinks we could need, to helping with our muddy post-forest hiking shoes and clothes, they made sure that we were comfortable and happy at all times. They even provided cozy hot water bottles on our way to bed, to help keep us toasty warm on cooler nights! We spent a fair bit of time in the main lodge using wifi and enjoying the beautiful setting, and Braire and the team made sure every moment was amazing, including supplying many cups of delicious Uganda tea. We're so grateful for the incredible experience that we had and would highly recommendt the Rushaga Gorilla Lodge to anyone looking to stay in the area!
Guest User
March 24, 2025
The rooms are situated overlooking a jungle valley, many perched on stilts with a secluded feeling. A nice ambiance, but a bit dated overall. Our room tilted a bit as if the supports had settled on one end. Small water heater so don't linger too long in the shower! The food was excellent. Watch out for the stairs, as they can get slippery in the rain. A great base for gorilla trekking in the Impenetrable Forest
Guest User
March 12, 2025
A great mid-range lodge run by Elizabeth who ran a team that provided a really good service. The views from our balcony and the restaurant/bar were amazing over the Bwindi Forest. A small frustration was that it makes a big play about the pool - but it was empty when we got there! The web site says that it is only a 10 min walk to the entrance to the park and the Gorillas. This is broadly true (perhaps 15 mins), however, when you start the Gorilla trek you need to have access to a vehicle to drive you to the start point of the walk depending on where the Gorilla families are (perhaps one start point may have been the gate, I don't know - but most people drove away). We had a wonderful experience at the Lodge and with the Gorillas.
Guest User
February 25, 2025
This is a great lodge just a mile away from Rushaga main gate. The place is excellently run by Elizabeth, who is the most accommodating manager we have met in Uganda. The cabins are amazing - excellently planned, very spacious and take care of your privacy as well as all you need from a place like that, The view are spectacular and the food is super tasty. The service is also excellent. All in all, an amazing place to stay and highly recommended.
Guest User
October 17, 2024
A fantastic stay, exceptional service and clean rooms hot showers. Ideal lodge for mountain gorilla adventure. Very remote location to get to, yet views around the hotel and grounds are exceptional. The staff all very helpful and friendly, gym, swimming pool small shop and bar within the grounds.
Guest User
October 15, 2024
Pictures don't give this place justice. Nestled in the heart of the mountains, this lodge offers a perfect blend of comfort and tranquility. The lodge itself is beautifully designed, with charming decor that perfectly complements the stunning natural surroundings. Our room was incredibly cozy, featuring a king sized bed and a lovely view of the mountains. The breathtaking view from our balcony was heavenly both at sunset & in the morning. Rooms are quite spacious, with hot water available at all times. The food at the restaurant was delicious & the staff are very attentive & attending to our every need. We visited the village nearby & got to meet the locals. The lodge is not far from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The only thing I will suggest to the management is to change the mattress. We had a few dips in some parts of the mattress which made it slightly uncomfortable but otherwise the room was cozy and warm. The water bottles we received at night was a bonus. It certainly put a smile on my face.
Guest User
September 29, 2024
Wonderful stay for two nights either side of our Gorilla trek in Bwindi impenetrable forest. Room was very comfortable with two sides canvas walls . The staff put hot water bottles in our beds which was welcome as nights chilly. Staff were welcoming and friendly and a group of ladies came and sang and danced a welcome for us. Didn’t have time to explore the hotel grounds which were lovely or to play on the huge chess game. Food in the restraunt was excellent. Highly recommend this lodge. Very close to start if gorilla trekking.
Guest User
September 12, 2024
Superb place at a great location. Right at the parks entrance, with views on the Bwindi forest. Very amazing views from dining area, as well from the rooms. Clean and very spacious rooms, nice interior design, good hot water showers. Very attentive and welcoming staff, very very tasty meals. They were also always very punctual. Would absolutely recommend, also the locals said it was the very best lodge around and always sold out :)
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Hiking
Spa
Additional charge
Massage Room
Fitness Room
Private parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Car Rental
Bicycle Rentals
Currency Exchange
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Multi-Function Room
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Spa
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Outdoor swimming pool
Pool with view
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Car Rental
Bicycle Rentals
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Business Services
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Fax/Copying Service
Additional charge
Multi-Function Room
Front Desk Services
Currency Exchange
Tour/Ticket Service
Luggage Storage
24-Hour Front Desk
Lockers Available
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Bar
Room Service
Snack Bar
Public Areas
Picnic Area
Garden
Health & Wellness
Fitness Room
Massage Room
Spa
Additional charge
Hiking
Cleaning Services
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Additional charge
Clothes Dryer
Clothes Steamer
Safety & Security
CCTV In Public Areas
First-Aid Kit
Fire Extinguisher
Security Personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 08:00–23:30
Check-out: 06:00–11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 57
This spa lodge is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Nkuringo Visitors Center and 17 mi (27.4 km) from Lake Bunyonyi.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. Encounter the local wildlife with a safari, then enjoy recreational amenities including a fitness center. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and a television in a common area.
Grab a bite to eat at the lodge's restaurant, which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 individually furnished guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. Conveniences include desks and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. Encounter the local wildlife with a safari, then enjoy recreational amenities including a fitness center. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and a television in a common area.
Grab a bite to eat at the lodge's restaurant, which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 individually furnished guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. Conveniences include desks and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.