Built on 6 acres of land bordering Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Rushaga Gorilla Camp is  a great value safari lodge. Located within a distance of just 15 minutes’ walk away from the gorilla tracking starting point, this is the ultimate place to stay during your Uganda gorilla safari. This mid-range lodge features all the facilities that you need to enjoy an amazing Bwindi tour.

Located in the southern part of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the lodge serves clients looking to staying and going on gorilla treks in the Rushaga Sector and Nkuringo Sector. Rushaga Gorilla Camp is haven for gorilla trekking within the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a highlight of all visits done in Uganda and a reason why you should visit Uganda.

The driving time from Kampala is about 9-10 hours, while the drive from Kigali (in Rwanda) takes about 5 -6 hours. From Kabale it is just one and half hour to reach the lodge. If you are looking to travel by Air, the nearest airfield is about 35kms -Kisoro Airstrip.

The Rushaga Gorilla Lodge is located on a mountain slope guarantees nice vistas of the Bwindi National Park and of a spring where forest elephants occasionally come down for a drink. It lies within a walkable distance from the Rushaga Outpost, where gorilla treks start. The Lodge is a highlight for all travelers & adventurers alike. When you visit Uganda, this Lodge has several amenities in place to give you a memorable and comfort stay at affordable rates with unique lodging options.

It is managed by MBZ Group, a leading hospitality gateway that has several Eco-friendly lodges in Uganda’s tourist destinations. The Rushaga Gorilla Lodge has both standard rooms and luxury tents that are designed to offer the ultimate gateway to impenetrable forest.  Here are some of the facilities that the lodge features;

• 30 Beds in total
• 6 self contained bandas (Standard Rooms)
• 6 self contained luxury tents (Deluxe lodges)
• 2 family bandas to cater for travelers with families of small groups.
• Secure Parking

There is also an option to pitch your own tent. Therefore if you are on self drive in Uganda, you can go camping with an own tent or book camping space for your rooftop tent vehicle.

Facilities at Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

The Rushaga Gorilla Camp has several facilities and amenities that will make your stay memorable

• A restaurant that serves International Cuisine
• Swimming Pool where you can relax after your hectic gorilla trek
• There are heaters in every room

Special Offer!

2 Days Bwindi Gorilla Safari

Book a 2 Days Bwindi Gorilla Safari with a one night stay at Rushaga Gorilla Camp at US$1255 per person. Included in this offer is a gorilla permit, transportation, accommodation and all meals. This trip departs from Kigali, the capital of Rwanda. Trip Details

3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Safari

Book a 3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Safari with two nights stay at the Rushaga Gorilla Camp from a as low as US$1350 per person. This trip can depart from either Kigali of Rwanda or Kampala and Entebbe in Uganda.
Minimum No: 2 PAX
Included in the price: Gorilla Permit at US$800, Transportation from Kigali or Entebbe (Round Trip), Meals, and Accommodation for 2 nights
How to Book: Email: book@gogorillatrekking.com

Activities to Do from Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

Here are some of the tourist activities that can be done from the Rushaga Gorilla Camp;

• Gorilla tracking in the southern part of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The Mountain gorilla groups that are close to the Rushaga Gorilla Safari Lodge which include: (Mishaya, Kahungye, Nshongi, Bweza and Busingye) – RUSHAGA GROUPS plus the Nkuringo and Nyakagezi can be tracked from this location.
• Forest walks in Bwindi Forest
• Bird watching in Bwindi
• Visit the Batwa Cultural sites from this spot.
• Visit Lake Bunyonyi for dug-out canoeing and bird watching
• Visit Lake Mutanda for the visits to the Islands of the African Rock Pythons.
• Visit Mgahinga National park for Golden Monkey trekking and Batwa Cultural experiences

Camping at Rushaga

Looking to camping in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You can pack your rented car with a rooftop tent at the Rushaga Gorilla Camp from as low as US$10 per night.