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Uganda

Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge

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A pioneer eco-tourism hotel, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge is also Uganda’s highest lodge sitting on the southwestern corner of Bwindi National Park, home to the mountain gorillas.

The lodge has eight cottages constructed of volcanic stone. Two of the units are double-roomed family units. Every cottage comes with its own sitting room with a cozy fireplace, over-stuffed chairs, hand-woven rugs, and an en suite bathroom. A private veranda is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the stunning views.

Bwindi National Forest is a massive rainforest that provides the perfect habitat for more than 300 mountain gorillas. The landscape varies from swamp to bamboo forest to dense thicket. At an altitude of between 3,500 and 8,500 feet, the park is regarded as one of the most biologically diverse forests in Africa. It is spread over a series of ridges and valleys that form the eastern edge of the Albertine Rift. In addition to the primate populations, the park is home to 120 mammal species including duiker, elephant, bushbuck, bush pig, giant forest hog, and several small cat species, such as the elusive golden cat. There are also eleven primate types such as black and white colobus, red-tailed and blue monkey, and chimpanzee living here. Plus, Bwindi is also one of the principle birding destinations in Uganda with more than 350 bird species on record.

Gorilla trekking is the biggest draw to the area. Guests can track three different gorilla families, but the limited number of available permits means that advanced booking is essential. The time spent tracking is between three and eight hours, while the time spent with the gorillas is approximately one hour. Gorillas are found in the thick forest, which makes for tricky tracking, especially given the steep hillsides. Other activities include guided forest walks, bird watching, and visits to the local community. Guests can also take a forest walk in search of the forests guardians, the Batwa.

The lodge’s main building houses the reception, dining room, shop, and bar. Many of the fixtures and furnishings as well as the artwork in and around the lodge were commissioned from Ugandan artisans and artists. Views from the main balcony stretch across to Rwanda and the Virungas as well as all the way across the border towards Goma in the Congo. Formed by a partnership with Africa Wildlife Foundation and International Gorilla Conservation Project, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge brings together the community and private sector for the sake of protecting the mountain gorillas’ habitat.

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Uganda

Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge

PLAN MY TRIP

A pioneer eco-tourism hotel, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge is also Uganda’s highest lodge sitting on the southwestern corner of Bwindi National Park, home to the mountain gorillas.

The lodge has eight cottages constructed of volcanic stone. Two of the units are double-roomed family units. Every cottage comes with its own sitting room with a cozy fireplace, over-stuffed chairs, hand-woven rugs, and an en suite bathroom. A private veranda is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the stunning views.

Bwindi National Forest is a massive rainforest that provides the perfect habitat for more than 300 mountain gorillas. The landscape varies from swamp to bamboo forest to dense thicket. At an altitude of between 3,500 and 8,500 feet, the park is regarded as one of the most biologically diverse forests in Africa. It is spread over a series of ridges and valleys that form the eastern edge of the Albertine Rift. In addition to the primate populations, the park is home to 120 mammal species including duiker, elephant, bushbuck, bush pig, giant forest hog, and several small cat species, such as the elusive golden cat. There are also eleven primate types such as black and white colobus, red-tailed and blue monkey, and chimpanzee living here. Plus, Bwindi is also one of the principle birding destinations in Uganda with more than 350 bird species on record.

Gorilla trekking is the biggest draw to the area. Guests can track three different gorilla families, but the limited number of available permits means that advanced booking is essential. The time spent tracking is between three and eight hours, while the time spent with the gorillas is approximately one hour. Gorillas are found in the thick forest, which makes for tricky tracking, especially given the steep hillsides. Other activities include guided forest walks, bird watching, and visits to the local community. Guests can also take a forest walk in search of the forests guardians, the Batwa.

The lodge’s main building houses the reception, dining room, shop, and bar. Many of the fixtures and furnishings as well as the artwork in and around the lodge were commissioned from Ugandan artisans and artists. Views from the main balcony stretch across to Rwanda and the Virungas as well as all the way across the border towards Goma in the Congo. Formed by a partnership with Africa Wildlife Foundation and International Gorilla Conservation Project, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge brings together the community and private sector for the sake of protecting the mountain gorillas’ habitat.