Gorilla Forest Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

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Uganda
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10 x Suites
6+
Gorilla Trekking: 15+
$800
Family / Group Travel Offer
For groups of 8 full paying guests, 1 guest travels free.
For groups of 12 full paying guests, 2 guests travel free with 2 private vehicles.
Offer applies for groups with 6+ full paying adults.
Excludes GK suites.

Honeymoon Offer - Save 50% off your stay.

One person travels at half price (50% off).
Valid for travel within 6 months of marriage certificate.
Excludes GK suites.
This special offer can be combined with our existing long stay discount for even greater savings.

Additional T&C's apply. https://sanctuaryretreats.com/special-offers/

Insider tips

Located just inside the gates to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the lodge is just a 5-minute walk from Buhoma Gorilla Tracking HQ ​- prime position for this bucket-list experience.
The gorillas have been known to occasionally visit the lodge itself.
The lodges offers opportunities to interact with the local community through philanthropic projects and tours. Guests can also learn about the lives of the Batwa people, the original inhabitants of the forest.
Closed Dates |
Open all year
Last Updated |
22 September 2026

How to use this section

Watch the full property training presentation, as well as our regional destination training video to fully understand the property and its surroundings.

Property Presentation
17m 35s
Bwindi Impenetrable NP | 24
09m 50s
Seasonality Uganda | 2025
00m 50s
ATTA | A&K Sanctuary - What's New? Kitirua Plains Lodge, Baines' Lodge & GFL | Jul 26
41m 31s

How to use this section

Discover insights from those in the trade who have been to stay, including key things to be aware of when selling the property such as what type of client it suits or doesn’t suit.

“
Gorilla Forest Lodge has recently completed a full transformation, evolving from tented camp to a proper lodge with newly built rooms and chalets and beautifully redesigned main areas. Located within Bwindi National Park itself, just a minute from the gorilla trekking headquarters, the lodge sits on a quiet road surrounded by native forest. The latest redesign leans into this setting, letting indigenous plants grow up around the property, so birdlife and monkeys are a regular sight in the grounds, giving guests a real sense of being immersed in the forest.

The interior design carries a distinctive, warm style throughout, with neutral tones that sit beautifully against the forest backdrop and a lovely ambiance in the evenings, helped along by soft lighting and open fires. Rooms retain the character of the original camp while now being considerably more spacious and comfortable, with generously sized, well appointed bathrooms. Service has been consistently excellent since the reopening, matching the level of investment in the property. Sitting among the higher end options for the area at a competitive price point, Gorilla Forest Lodge is a strong choice for clients wanting forest immersion without compromising on comfort or service.
Kevin Nicholson
Experience Uganda Travel Ltd

How to use this section

Get an idea of how the property looks, and click the ‘view property gallery’ button for more. Where possible, this includes downloadable images & videos that you can use for your client documents and socials.

How to use this section

Learn how to fit this property into a full itinerary or circuit with these suggested pairings.

Pairs well with

How to use this section

Details on the various routes and modes of transport to reach the property, including a dynamic map pinpointing where they lie within the country.

Location Details

Kihihi airstrip is the closest airstrip which is 1 hour 30 – 2 hour drive from the lodge.

Daily morning & afternoon flights: 1 hour 45 min ​(depending on routing).

The lodge can also be reached by vehicle from Kampala, and there is also the option of a scenic road transfer from Kigali, Rwanda.

How to use this section

Use these public-facing promotional videos and social media assets to send to your clients, and get them excited for their trip! You can embed them in your digital itineraries or email correspondence.

Gorilla Forest Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary
3m 34s

How to use this section

Use this quick fact guide as a cheat sheet to identify the property’s facilities, activities, suitability credentials and more. All with one quick glance!

Facilities - General

Dedicated Spa Wifi (Throughout)

Facilities - Rooms

6-10 Rooms Non-Tented Rooms Rooms with Bath

Sustainability

80%+ LED Lighting 80%+ Local Food Procurement Community: Investment in Local Projects Employees: Positive Employment Initiatives Grey Water Usage Proactive Conservation Engagement Renewable Energy Generation e.g. Solar panels Waste Policy e.g. prevention or recycling

Land & Air Based Activities

Birdwatching Cultural Excursions Nature Walks/Walking Safaris Primate Trekking

Board Basis

Full board

From Prices

$751 - 1000

Type of Travel

Family Friendly Honeymoon / Couples Safari & Wildlife Wellness & Retreats

How to use this section

Find out the latest updates

Vogue
14th January 2026
This reimagined lodge in Uganda is the ultimate base for gorilla trekking

How to use this section

Get in touch! Find the correct person you require, and click on the ‘email me’ button to reach out directly, or follow them on socials.

Purity Wakibiru
Regional Sales Manager
Reservations Team
Reservations
Marketing Team
Marketing
Gorilla-Forest-Lodge_Inline_FullLockup_Onyx
10 x Suites
6+
Gorilla Trekking: 15+
$800
Family / Group Travel Offer
For groups of 8 full paying guests, 1 guest travels free.
For groups of 12 full paying guests, 2 guests travel free with 2 private vehicles.
Offer applies for groups with 6+ full paying adults.
Excludes GK suites.

Honeymoon Offer - Save 50% off your stay.

One person travels at half price (50% off).
Valid for travel within 6 months of marriage certificate.
Excludes GK suites.
This special offer can be combined with our existing long stay discount for even greater savings.

Additional T&C's apply. https://sanctuaryretreats.com/special-offers/

Insider tips

Located just inside the gates to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the lodge is just a 5-minute walk from Buhoma Gorilla Tracking HQ ​- prime position for this bucket-list experience.
The gorillas have been known to occasionally visit the lodge itself.
The lodges offers opportunities to interact with the local community through philanthropic projects and tours. Guests can also learn about the lives of the Batwa people, the original inhabitants of the forest.
Closed Dates |
Open all year
Last Updated |
22 September 2026

How to use this section

Watch the full property training presentation, as well as our regional destination training video to fully understand the property and its surroundings.

Property Presentation
17m 35s
Bwindi Impenetrable NP | 24
09m 50s
Seasonality Uganda | 2025
00m 50s
ATTA | A&K Sanctuary - What's New? Kitirua Plains Lodge, Baines' Lodge & GFL | Jul 26
41m 31s

How to use this section

Discover insights from those in the trade who have been to stay, including key things to be aware of when selling the property such as what type of client it suits or doesn’t suit.

“
Gorilla Forest Lodge has recently completed a full transformation, evolving from tented camp to a proper lodge with newly built rooms and chalets and beautifully redesigned main areas. Located within Bwindi National Park itself, just a minute from the gorilla trekking headquarters, the lodge sits on a quiet road surrounded by native forest. The latest redesign leans into this setting, letting indigenous plants grow up around the property, so birdlife and monkeys are a regular sight in the grounds, giving guests a real sense of being immersed in the forest.

The interior design carries a distinctive, warm style throughout, with neutral tones that sit beautifully against the forest backdrop and a lovely ambiance in the evenings, helped along by soft lighting and open fires. Rooms retain the character of the original camp while now being considerably more spacious and comfortable, with generously sized, well appointed bathrooms. Service has been consistently excellent since the reopening, matching the level of investment in the property. Sitting among the higher end options for the area at a competitive price point, Gorilla Forest Lodge is a strong choice for clients wanting forest immersion without compromising on comfort or service.
Kevin Nicholson
Experience Uganda Travel Ltd

How to use this section

Get an idea of how the property looks, and click the ‘view property gallery’ button for more. Where possible, this includes downloadable images & videos that you can use for your client documents and socials.

How to use this section

Learn how to fit this property into a full itinerary or circuit with these suggested pairings.

Pairs well with

How to use this section

Details on the various routes and modes of transport to reach the property, including a dynamic map pinpointing where they lie within the country.

Location Details

Kihihi airstrip is the closest airstrip which is 1 hour 30 – 2 hour drive from the lodge.

Daily morning & afternoon flights: 1 hour 45 min ​(depending on routing).

The lodge can also be reached by vehicle from Kampala, and there is also the option of a scenic road transfer from Kigali, Rwanda.

How to use this section

Use these public-facing promotional videos and social media assets to send to your clients, and get them excited for their trip! You can embed them in your digital itineraries or email correspondence.

Gorilla Forest Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary
3m 34s

How to use this section

Use this quick fact guide as a cheat sheet to identify the property’s facilities, activities, suitability credentials and more. All with one quick glance!

Facilities - General

Dedicated Spa Wifi (Throughout)

Facilities - Rooms

6-10 Rooms Non-Tented Rooms Rooms with Bath

Sustainability

80%+ LED Lighting 80%+ Local Food Procurement Community: Investment in Local Projects Employees: Positive Employment Initiatives Grey Water Usage Proactive Conservation Engagement Renewable Energy Generation e.g. Solar panels Waste Policy e.g. prevention or recycling

Land & Air Based Activities

Birdwatching Cultural Excursions Nature Walks/Walking Safaris Primate Trekking

Board Basis

Full board

From Prices

$751 - 1000

Type of Travel

Family Friendly Honeymoon / Couples Safari & Wildlife Wellness & Retreats

How to use this section

Find out the latest updates

Vogue
14th January 2026
This reimagined lodge in Uganda is the ultimate base for gorilla trekking

How to use this section

Get in touch! Find the correct person you require, and click on the ‘email me’ button to reach out directly, or follow them on socials.

Purity Wakibiru
Regional Sales Manager
Reservations Team
Reservations
Marketing Team
Marketing

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