Gorilla Forest Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Uganda
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Overview
Set within Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, the iconic lodge has been beautifully reimagined for a new era. The palm-thatched 10-suite retreat, nestled seamlessly in its lush cloud forest surroundings, takes sustainable luxury to another level.
The updated lodge uses natural, locally sourced materials, showcasing the best of Ugandan artisanship the lodge. A free flowing open-sided lounge, bar and dining space decorated in shades of pale terracotta, with high-quality furniture and artworks forms the beating heart of the lodge.
The Explorer’s Lounge has books, maps, even replica gorilla bones to give guests a deeper understanding of the creatures they have come to see; while the spa has an extensive menu of restorative treatments after days spent in the wild. At sunset, a campfire becomes the gathering place where guests can drink cocktails and exchange gorilla stories, to a soundtrack of live African folk music.
Each of the 10 standalone suites has a private viewing deck with swing chairs handmade in Uganda; and to enhance wildlife-watching, every guest has a pair of Leica binoculars to hand during their stay. Bathrooms have huge round hammam-like baths, above which hang chandeliers of beads handmade by women in the neighbouring village.
Originally opened in 1993 as a mobile tented camp, Gorilla Forest Lodge plays a vital role in protecting endangered mountain gorillas from extinction and is a key pillar of Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy, the award-winning, community first philanthropic initiative. Every stay funds AKP projects which support the local community and in turn help protect the species which depends on the conservation of this precious ecosystem.
Rooms & Availability
Suite
Each of the 10 spacious, elegant suites at Gorilla Forest Lodge stands alone amid greenery. Each villa features kingsize four-poster beds hung with gauzy canopies, with seating areas inviting post-trek downtime. Ensuite bathroom featuring a large bathtub complete with jungle views, plus an indoor shower are in every villa. Floor-to-ceiling windows bring the outside in, while private verandas give the sense that you are not merely looking at the forest but immersed within it. Each villa also has a minibar, desk, telephone and safe, plus two sculptural hanging chairs made from ribs of varnished wood, suspended from the veranda porch and ideal for observing monkeys.
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Details
Amenities
room_facilities: Bath, Dressing Gowns, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Verandah
spoken_languages: English
special_interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, Hiking, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife
activities_on_site: Bird Watching, Game Viewing, Gorilla Tracking, Massages, Walks (Guided)
available_services: 24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Room Service
activities_off_site: Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Cultural Tours, Game Viewing, Gorilla Tracking, Walks (Guided)
property_facilities: Bar, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Restaurant, Spa, Vegetarian
Activities
Birding Walks, Bwindi Community AKP Tours, Forest Walks, Gorilla Trekking, Meet the Batwa People