Gorilla Heights Lodge

The photos for this resort are nearly accurate but can’t possibly show the quality craftsmanship of the lodge nor the breathtaking views. The rooms are expansive and luxurious and the views from your three balconies are just spectacular. The welcome from the staff was lovely including some fresh watermelon juice and a hand massage. There are complimentary drinks and a fridge in the rooms. They greeted us after our trek with slippers and took our hiking boots to be cleaned. The food at the restaurant was delicious with some delightful soups and well presented entrees. The staff were all kind and welcoming and willing to help in any way. We had a talk by a gorilla doctor on the deck as part of our tour and the lodge brought out warm salted nuts and popcorn along with a heater and blankets to ensure our comfort. They think of all the little details and truly make you feel pampered. The manager Celestine is available to routinely checking in with guests to ensure our comfort. It was an amazing experience.

The road to Gorilla lodge is beautiful and absolutely well worth the arrival. As its very high in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and very close to the Gorilla experience, its to be expected to be a bit bumpy but that is part of being in Africa. And the arrival makes it all worth it. Celstine Masiga is the GM and was on hand to greet the group together with the smiling staff (everyone smiles in Uganda) and warm hot towels and a fabulous dinner prepared by a seasoned Chef of many years. Our chalets were breathtaking and the view across the valley is something that you can consider unforgettable. I never closed my doors because it meant I could not see the sun rise or sun set. Its very close (2km) to the Gorilla experience and it means that after your vertical climb to see these incredible animals, you can return early enough to enjoy your chalet and all it has to offer. From the outside bath to the kingsize bed which has a hotwater bottle to warm those toes, from the large spacious bathroom and shower to the well appointed kitchen (I was booked into a villa), I didn't want to go home. The restaurant and lounge area is beautifully decorated and easy to have your meals and spend time on the spacious balcony bar. In the dry months, there are sundowners on a hill nearby and an unforgettable moment. There are a million stars at night that can be seen from the Lodge. Not only do they work together with the community but they support them too. Buying local vegetables, supplying water from their 1 million litre tank to families near by, Most of the crafts sold in the craft shop in the lodge, are from the locals and those that are not made locally - the give 20% to the community. They use solar for sustainability and 90% of the staff is local. They have also been involved in the rehoming of the pygmy tribe called the Batour to ensure their survival. So when you book into this amazing lodge, you support an entire community. You can also fly into the local airport and there is a transfer that will collect you and return you to the airport. Definitely a lodge to return to on every possible occasion!

Gorilla Heights Lodge is located less than ten minutes from the base camp for gorilla tracking in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda- which already gives it a leg up! The lodge is beautiful and boutique- only 14 residences. Our cottage was massive- easily 2,000 sq ft- and came with all modern amenities, including A/C, heat, wifi, a smart TV, etc. There was a kitchen in our lodge which was nice- but no dishes, glasses, flatware. It was too cold during our visit to utilize the pool area, but it is beautiful. We did, however, visit the spa. We truly enjoyed decompressing after our long gorilla trek in both the steam room and the sauna! The highlight (for us) was probably the fact that they slip hot water bottles into your bed during turndown, so you come home to a warm bed!! Meals were wonderful, though meal service does take some time. Views, of course, abound. Highly recommend and big thanks to Frederick and his team for being so welcoming!

The hotel is fantastically situated and is absolutely amazing. The rooms, the views, the service, the food and the overall hospitality is top notch. It’s definitely a must stay hotel when one visits Bwindi

Gorilla Heights Lodge in the mist is the best Lodge in Nkuringo sector. The moment you reach at the lodge you just feel at home. The hand massage that you get when you have just arrived makes your body to relax and forget the long journey. The amazing staff and good services just make your vacation awesome. We really had a nice stay while at the lodge. Wow the heated swimming pool is so amazing. If you really want to relax, honey moon, anniversary I recommend this Lodge. When we talk about luxury they are the best in Beindi.

Had a fantastic experience at Gorilla Heights Lodge. Loved the personalised service. On arrival, received a relaxing hand massage. The hot water bottle provided during turn down helped me to sleep well. My gum boots were muddy after mountain gorilla tracking and the staff on their own volunteered to wash them. The complimentary steam and sauna provided much-needed relaxation after the tiring tracking for mountain gorillas.

To say that this lodge is beautiful would be an understatement. You can tell there was thought put into the planning; the interior is excellent with cute things like the gorilla tip jar and the reindeer laps, the cottages are adequately spaced, the beds are comfortable, and the view is incredible from the balcony. It is quiet and peaceful, perfect for solo vacations or couples. If you are a lazy traveller (the kind that wants to relax and not do so many activities, it's perfect, especially after a tedious gorilla tracking experience). The view of the forest from my cottage was lovely, and in the morning, The only downside is that the place is quite far from the main road (about 2 hours) and the road is bumpy as it's a murram road around the hills to get to the lodge which makes the journey tedious, but once I got there and the masseuse gave me a massage, I forgot about that painful part of the journey. The staff, especially the manager, are very welcoming, accommodating and professional. (I had an issue with the heating on day one, but it was addressed and solved promptly) 10/10 worth every cent!

Our visit to Gorilla Heights Lodge was absolutely fantastic. From the villas to the service everything was fabulous. Not only was the in house experience amazing but even the trips they organised for us as well as Moses our guide and chauffeur was excellent. His knowledge of everything and his driving skills in the forests was very very good. The GM of the lodge Celestine was also a lovely person and made our stay pleasurable. The food choice, the laundry service as well as the room service and house keeping were top notch. It is not easy to keep a place so clean when situated in a forest area. The airport drop and pick up was excellent as well. Overall, if we ever go back to Kisoro and Bwindi, we will not look any further and stay only at Gorilla Heights Lodge. Thank you for making our holiday one to remember forever. Suketu