Find and book top lodges in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park with Superfine Safaris Limited. This article guides you on the best places to stay on your Uganda gorilla tour, batwa cultural trail, golden monkey trekking or Volcano climbing in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. When it comes to accommodation in and near Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, the options are as beautiful and diverse as the Protected Area’s wildlife and natural beauty. From the highend Mount Gahinga Lodge that offers unmatched luxury to the budget-friendly Camps that bring visitors closer to Nature, there is something to suit every taste, budget, and nature of safari. Whether you are yearning for an exclusive nature viewing or a romantic luxury gorilla safari getaway, our carefully curated selection of accommodation near Mgahinga Gorilla National Park will inspire you and simplify the planning of your Uganda gorilla safari (or any kind of trip). Take your time to enjoy the unmatched blend of comfort and jungle, ensuring your Mgahinga experience is both unforgettable and extraordinary.

Mount Gahinga Lodge

Since opening its doors in 2002, Mount Gahinga Lodge has been the perfect base to enjoy gorilla trekking, golden monkey tracking, and volcano climbing on the Ugandan side of the Virunga Conservation area. It was the first Lodge established by Praveen Moman and was inspired by the traditional design as well as building techniques recently reimagined. If you visited 10 years ago and again recently, you will notice that the lounge, dining area, and gardens have been remodeled and two new deluxe Bandas added.

Its 8 traditional hand-built Bandas (6 standard and 2 deluxe) reflect the magic of the aesthetic cultures and ways of life of the Bafumbira people, with each Banda featuring an en-suite bathroom, private porch, and fireplace. Also provided here are personal butler service for guests, locally inspired food, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property, complimentary 50-minute spa treatments and massages, and all-inclusive premium drinks. 

Amajambere Iwacu Community Camp

Also referred to as the “Mgahinga Community Campground), Amajambere Iwacu Community Camp is found at the entrance to the Park and only 12 kilometers from Kisoro Town. One of the things you will love about the Camp is the jaw-dropping views of the Virunga Volcanoes and the fact that it is the ideal starting point for hiking the Virunga Volcanoes on the Ugandan side- Sabyinyo, Muhabura, and Gahinga. Being the only budget facility at the Park boundary/Ntebeko, it is usually the preferred choice for budget travelers. Guests are accommodated in any of the three Bandas (two en-suite and one which is not self-contained), featuring a bathroom (with cold/hot shower), the dormitory (with three bunker beds), or the option of Camping (with own tent or vehicle rooftop).

Traveler’s Rest Hotel Kisoro

Set in the outskirts of Kisoro Town and built in 1955 by Walter Baumgartel, Traveler’s Rest Hotel is one of the oldest Hotels in the country, with a history steep in mountain gorilla conservation. It is synonymous with popular names like “Dian Fossey” because it was her second home. The budget Hotel was remodeled in 1999, although the charm of a somewhat colonial style was maintained.

There are 12 spacious en-suite rooms which were tastefully decorated with an exceptional selection of Congo Art, and they overlook a well-maintained courtyard and provide the magnificent Virunga Volcanoes as a backdrop.

There’s a bar and restaurant area with a huge fireplace, perfect for relaxing and winding down from a day filled with activities/experiences.

Ichumbi Hotel Kisoro

Set in the heart of Kisoro Town along Mutolele Road, Ichumbi Hotel is another accommodation option near Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. The rooms where feature private balconies that provide a wonderful view of the surrounding area, hot water bags for providing warmth during cold evenings, and cater for luxury, medium, and budget travelers.

Mucha Riverside Lodge

Established in 2017, Mucha Riverside Lodge can be used by guests exploring either/both Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. It derives its name from the beautiful River Mucha that flows through the premises of the accommodation facility. It features 10 spacious and self-contained rooms with private balconies that overlook the River and Virunga Mountains. Two of them have an interconnecting door and hence can be used by family or small group travelers.

Each of Mucha Riverside Lodge’s rooms is well equipped with our outstanding interior design as well as simple but cozy furniture. Also, there’s a riverside assorted bar area to enjoy their signature cocktail, the restaurant with an indoor and outdoor dining option while savoring local and international cuisines, complimentary Wi-Fi in the communal areas, and massage/spa services.

Kisoro Tourist Hotel

Comfortably set on the foothills of Virunga Volcanoes providing views of the Virunga Mountains from across the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, Kisoro Tourist Hotel is a small cozy Hotel with affordable rooms. The rooms at Kisoro Tourist Hotel have en-suite bathrooms.

The Hotel’s restaurant is known all over the Town for offering delicious meals- local and international and if you are looking to unwind and warm up, there’s an open fireplace within the lounge area.

Mutanda Lake Resort

Perched on the Lake Mutanda Peninsula and 14 kilometers from Kisoro Town in the shadow of Virunga Volcanoes, the Dutch-owned Mutanda Lake Resort provides comfortable accommodation for visitors exploring Mgahinga National Park. It provides one of the most breathtaking views around the area and is a perfect base for gorilla trekkers, golden monkey trackers, mountain climbers, Lake loungers, and bird enthusiasts.

Each of the 18 Luxury Cottages sits on a raised wooden platform and comes with a private veranda, an en-suite bathroom, comfortable bed/s with mosquito net/s. Guests are provided the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views of the Lake and Volcanoes from the comfort of the balconies.

Other amenities include the restaurant constructed to resemble a Swiss chalet with an African touch. It is here that mouth-watering dishes prepared with vegetables and herbs from the on-site garden are served. While staying at Mutanda Lake Resort, visitors can choose from the wide range of activities that include exploring the Lake’s islands in traditional dug-out canoes, swimming or relaxing at the dock while watching time go by slowly, guided village walks, exploring Garama Cave, local community tours, and other Park activities (in Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park).