Located in Nkuringo region of Bwindi, Kisoro district in Southwestern Uganda is a comfortable and luxurious Gorilla Heights Lodge. This is one of the best lodges to stay during your gorilla trek in either Nkuringo or Rushaga Sector.
Description
Gorilla Heights Lodge is a luxury eco-friendly gorilla safari lodge where tourists on gorilla trekking tour to Bwindi shouldn’t miss spending a night. It comes with breathtaking mountain views and blend of natural beauty of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Location & access
Gorilla Heights Lodge is suitably lying in Kisoro District and visitors can easily access Bwindi where they can start their trek to see gorillas. This eco-friendly lodge is ideal for guests who prefer exploring gorilla groups in Rushaga and Nkuringo regions. It is 10-minutes’ walk from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. From Kisoro airstrip take 1 hour and 15 minutes to drive to the lodge and from Mgahinga NP, you can also connect to this lodge within half an hour drive.
Amenities/facilities
Gorilla Heights Lodge is composed of 15 cottages that are widely distributed on the 12 acre land. They come with wide balconies where guests enjoy uninterrupted views of the mist Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Book your accommodation with Gorilla Heights Lodge to experience the world’s class of comfort and tranquility. The lodge features wide array of facilities including lounge, fully stocked bar, restaurant, swimming pool, spa and massage area.
The cottages at Gorilla Heights Lodge feature;
Single occupancy deluxe cottage – experience luxury stay in the Deluxe Cottage and you won’t regret thereafter. This comes with unique interior design and plenty of amenities to make your stay memorable. The Deluxe Cottage feature private dining room, kitchenette, aluminum doors, balconies, bathtubs, and more.
Family cottage – perfect for you to have blend of comfort and adventure on your family vacation. The family cottage at Gorilla Heights Lodge features the primary bedroom fitted with a luxurious double bed, television for your great entertainment, private bathroom, spacious fitted wardrobe. The secondary bedroom is available for children or additional visitors and has 2 double beds, wardrobe and its private bathroom.
There is luxurious living room for you to chill with your dear one. This cottage is designed uniquely in that you are guaranteed of uninterrupted views of the surrounding. Combine comfort with natural beauty as well as thrilling adventures.
The family cottage also comes with sheltered balconies where you can take pictures or enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding areas. Spending a night here won’t only guarantee you easier access to Bwindi but also brings you the most captivating family holiday experience. Other amenities to find here include hot/cold shower, speed wireless internet, hair dryer, electric heater, desk and chair, fridge, iron and board.
Single occupancy standard cottage –this comes with luxurious room fitted with one large double bed, comfortable sitting area, sheltered balconies for you to have breathtaking views of the lush Bwindi Impenetrable Forest; en-suite bathrooms, electric heater, high speed wireless internet, writing/reading desk and chair, private bathroom, iron and board, bath robes and slippers, etc.
Double Occupancy Deluxe Cottage –this is strategically set and features private balconies that guarantee you excellent views of the surrounding areas. It is fitted with bathtubs, hair dryer, fridge, flat screen TV, coffee maker, writing desk and chair, etc.
Double Occupancy Standard Cottage –features amazing amenities including writing desk and chair, flat screen TV, coffee maker, high speed wireless internet, 1 extra-large double bed, electric heater, fridge, private bathroom, and others.
The restaurant at Gorilla Heights Lodge
Your culinary journey begins right at Gorilla Heights Lodge. The lodge features a classic restaurant with 2 distinct terraces including the Bwindi terrace which showcases the lush Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and the Virunga terrace which comes with panoramic views of the Virunga Volcanoes.