Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, shaped by its Bwindi And Mgahinga setting, considered hospitality and conservation efforts has won it multiple accolades and awards including:
World Travel Awards: Winner Uganda's Leading Safari Lodge 2021
Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge sits in Bwindi and Mgahinga, Uganda, within montane forest country on the edge of Uganda's gorilla highlands. At 2000 metres above sea level, the setting is at the trailhead for the Nkuringo Gorilla family. Clouds is an 11 drive from Kampala, the closest major airport being Kigali in Rwanda. Flights to nearby local airstrip at Kisoro are also possible,
From the UK, travellers usually fly to Entebbe, then continue by road or domestic flight depending on the park and trip length.
Uganda routes can involve long but scenic drives, so the best itineraries balance wildlife ambition with realistic pacing.
Built in partnership with the Africa Wildlife Foundation, The International Gorilla Conservation Programme & Wildplaces Africa, the lodge is wholly owned by the community of Nkuringo
6 x Stone cottages each with sitting room, fireplace and ensuite bathrooms
2 x Two-bedroom family cottages
+ Library
+ Gorilla trekking access
+ Dining spaces, bar
+ Guest lounge or main area
+ Bird watching
+ Garden tours
Best months for wildlife: Jun-Oct
Minimum Age: None
Lodge style: Small lodge with 8 rooms
Seasonal opening: Open year-round.
Activities for kids: Children are generally welcome; gorilla trekking is usually 15+.
Malaria health note: High malaria risk (year-round).
As an independent partner of 360 Private Travel, eligible flight-inclusive holidays booked through us are financially protected by 360 Private Travel Ltd under the UK ATOL scheme, ATOL number 7514. 360 Private Travel Ltd is also IATA accredited under IATA number 91200056.
Qualifying flight-inclusive holidays are financially protected under the UK ATOL scheme, where applicable. You will receive an ATOL Certificate confirming the protection covering your individual booking.
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