Welcome to Gorilla Retreat Ecolodge
Experience the magic of Uganda’s wild beauty at Gorilla Retreat Ecolodge, your premier destination for adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion. Nestled near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, our eco-friendly lodge provides the perfect gateway to one of the world’s most captivating wildlife experiences: gorilla trekking.
Adventure in Style
Services
At Gorilla Retreat Ecolodge, we offer a range of exceptional services designed to enhance your stay, providing you with unforgettable experiences, comfort, and a deep connection to the natural beauty and culture of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Accommodation
Experience comfort and tranquility with our wide range of lodging options, including self-contained rooms, cottages, and dormitories. Each stay offers a unique blend of modern amenities and natural beauty
Exciting Tours and Activities
Explore the wonders of Uganda with our thrilling tours and activities. From gorilla trekking adventures and wildlife safaris to canoeing on serene lakes, there’s something for every adventurer seeking to connect with nature and local culture.
Dining Services
Indulge in exquisite dining with locally-inspired cuisine. Our restaurant offers a variety of dishes made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, providing a true taste of Uganda in a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Special Discount Offers
At Gorilla Retreat Ecolodge, we offer exclusive discounts to enhance your stay and provide great value:
- 10% Advance Payment Discount: On accommodation when booked in advance.
- Free Transport: Two-way transport for 4-night full board stays; one-way for 3-night full board or groups of 4 staying 2 nights.
- 5% Discount : On accommodation for all foreign
residents in East Africa(Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya,Tanzania, Burundi, Congo & South sudan, Volunteers,
East African citizens and International students. - Group Discounts: Special rates for groups of 4 or more.
- Tour Operators: 10% discount commission.
- NGOs, Workshops, Honeymooners: Tailored discounts.
- 10% Off Internal Flights: When traveling with Aerolink Uganda.
Activities
Horned Chameleon Tracking
This is a three horned Jackson’s chameleon tracking experience. This type of chameleon lives at an altitude starting from 1600 metres above the sea level. The tracking is normally done near our lodge between 1800 meters above the sea level to 2022 meters above the sea level where our lodge is located. This is a rare specie the chameleons and its endangered and is found around the Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park
Mountain Gorilla tracking
The main attraction in Bwindi National Park is Mountain Gorilla tracking and Gorilla Habituation experience . it’s a maximum of 8 people allowed to track gorillas in a group per day. Mountain gorilla tracking permit costs $800 each gorilla permit for a foreign none resident, $700 for a foreign resident, $500 for rest of Africa citizens and 300,000 uganda shillings for east African Citizens. You will be allowed to be face to face with gorillas
Hiking Top of Heaven Hill
From the lodge you hike on top of a hill normally called top of heaven because it is the highest point where scenery from here is very rewarding. It is on a high altitude that on a clear weather you see the whole of volcano ranges (Mt.Muhabura,Mt Mgahinga.Mt Sabyinyo, Mt Nyiragongo,Mt.Karisimbi and Mt Nyamuragira),Kabale,Rwanda and Western rift Valley and Democratic republic of Congo.
Batwa Hunting Experience
Batwa used to enjoy wild game meat from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest but when it was azette in 1942 as a protected area and as a national park in 1992 and it was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO because of 3 great apes staying together in harmony. With these developments in the forest Batwa were evicted from the forest including not allowing them to do hunting any more inside the park.
Romantic Bush Lunch/Dinner
This is set up for you in a variety of locations. Enjoy some of our finest wines and a gourmet dinner while our trained butlers ensure you enjoy an evening to remember Cost is free of charge for all on full board basis (pre-booking is appreciated) while those not on full board the cost will depend on what they want prepared for them.
Discover the Magic of Gorilla Retreat Ecolodge!
Explore our range of accommodations and services designed to provide you with a memorable and comfortable stay. Whether you’re here for gorilla tracking, nature walks, or cultural tours, we have something for everyone.
