Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge

Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge: At the Buhoma trailhead, Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge offers opulent lodging for those interested in gorilla trekking. The trailhead is an hour’s drive from the settlement of the Buhoma, which is located just outside of the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

In contrast, Clouds in the Southern part of the park is far nearer the trailhead; nevertheless, the hiking there is more challenging. The design of Volcanoes is exceptional; the undulating hills rising above your banda give you the impression that you are in a forest.

The main compound is incredibly light, with walls that are almost entirely composed of windows. The structure opens onto a viewing terrace, which is the ideal place to sip on a few cocktails before retiring to your own cottage for dinner. At Volcanoes, the cuisine surpasses that of most other hotels in Uganda, and the service is truly exceptional.

Accommodations & Facilities
There are two luxury bandas and eight standard bandas, each named after a gorilla. Each room has an own terrace with amazing views of the forest, a walk-in shower in the en suite bathroom, and butler service included.

The main building features a restaurant and bar, a shared viewing terrace, and a lounge space centered around an open fireplace. Just off the main structure, there’s a spa that’s integrated into the forest. Volcanoes Lodge serves superior meals, and since the majority of guests are gorilla trekkers, they are well-versed in what you need before, during, and after your trip.

Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge Activities
Bwindi will nevertheless draw tourists despite not being home to mountain gorillas because of its isolation, breathtaking scenery, and fascinating biodiversity. But the one thing that has made Bwindi the most popular tourist destination in Uganda is those amazing giant apes.

In addition to the gorillas, Bwindi has some amazing forest hikes; the wildlife is astounding and spreads far beyond the park’s boundaries; and spending time with the locals and discovering their background and relationship with the forest is fascinating.