Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

Great views. Had 2 beers-went back for 2 more but they only had 1 more cold|Steep deep steps down to room were difficult for me with bad back and hauling luggage. Clean. Good food good portions. Turn down service. Hot water bottles and extra blankets were great. Flexible with eating times. Made packed lunches for gorillas trekking

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge offers a truly immersive experience nestled in the heart of breathtaking scenery. The lodge provides comfortable and well-appointed accommodations, ensuring a restful stay after a day of trekking. The staff are incredibly attentive and go above and beyond to cater to guests' needs. Dining at the lodge is a delight, with delicious meals showcasing local flavors. The knowledgeable guides enhance the gorilla trekking experience, providing valuable insights into the gorillas and their habitat. The lodge's commitment to sustainability is commendable, minimizing its environmental impact. a stay at this lodge is highly recommended for those seeking an unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure. The serene atmosphere and exceptional service create a truly special experience. Steven Musoke

We stayed in one of the luxury cottages for 3 nights during our gorilla trekking adventure and (because we hadn't selected the accommodations) were astounded by how nice our room was! The room was huge and had 2 walls of windows facing a private balcony and the jungle. There were plenty of surfaces to lay our things down on and set our clothes/bags out on for an early morning start each day. The shower was spacious and very warm although the low water pressure meant that washing hair was a slower process. Plenty of soft towels were provided and every day housekeeping made them into a cute welcome back message for us. We enjoyed the food, and the restaurant staff was great about checking about your breakfast time each evening to be prepared for everyone's needs. Each day we got to pick our egg order and then fruit/toast/pancakes/sausage/cereal were available either buffet or a la carte. Box lunches came with a sandwich or wrap of choice plus a muffin, hard boiled egg, water and a juice box. Dinner each evening was preceded by a local dance performance that sadly we never had the energy to attend. You can visit a local Bantu village for more cultural experiences, it's right before the Rushaga entrance to Bwindi, so about a 4 minute drive away.||The staff was incredibly nice and upbeat, patiently going through breakfast options with travelers who spoke minimal English, cleaning dirty shoes from trekking, and generally being helpful. We were also able to rent gaiters at a very reasonable price, just be sure to have cash since this isn't billable by credit card like any other extras you might book (massage, drinks, etc). ||Minor cons - The wifi is slow in the evenings when everyone is online (plenty fast in the middle of the night if you are still struggling with jet lag). The beds are a memory foam type material that developed a substantial body imprint during the night. Very comfortable to start with but not great by morning.

Great overall. WiFi in the lodge areas are good, there was none in the room though. As below some shower issues that are doable- all minor things. Otherwise great location, cute and functional room, very friendly staff, excellent food, overwhelming views and park entrance is close by

This is a great lodge just a mile away from Rushaga main gate. The place is excellently run by Elizabeth, who is the most accommodating manager we have met in Uganda. The cabins are amazing - excellently planned, very spacious and take care of your privacy as well as all you need from a place like that, The view are spectacular and the food is super tasty. The service is also excellent. All in all, an amazing place to stay and highly recommended.

The rooms are situated overlooking a jungle valley, many perched on stilts with a secluded feeling. A nice ambiance, but a bit dated overall. Our room tilted a bit as if the supports had settled on one end. Small water heater so don't linger too long in the shower! The food was excellent. Watch out for the stairs, as they can get slippery in the rain. A great base for gorilla trekking in the Impenetrable Forest

A great mid-range lodge run by Elizabeth who ran a team that provided a really good service. The views from our balcony and the restaurant/bar were amazing over the Bwindi Forest. A small frustration was that it makes a big play about the pool - but it was empty when we got there! The web site says that it is only a 10 min walk to the entrance to the park and the Gorillas. This is broadly true (perhaps 15 mins), however, when you start the Gorilla trek you need to have access to a vehicle to drive you to the start point of the walk depending on where the Gorilla families are (perhaps one start point may have been the gate, I don't know - but most people drove away). We had a wonderful experience at the Lodge and with the Gorillas.

This was the most disappointing lodge during my 10 day tour of Uganda - rooms were in need of updating, linen tired, plumbing a mess (either boiling or ice cold water) the swimming pool was empty. Only plus was location was really close to Gorilla Trek point. Will not go back.