Mount Gahinga Lodge

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The Batwa Culture and Gorilla Lodge

Mount Gahinga Lodge was the first lodge built by Praveen Moman and opened in 2002. It is the perfect base to go gorilla tracking on the Ugandan side of the Virungas, track the rare golden monkey, climb a volcano, walk through local villages and most of all to share the culture of the Batwa, the oldest inhabitants of the Central African rain forest.

The charming property, inspired by traditional design and building techniques, has been recently re-imagined: the lounge, dining room, and gardens have been remodeled, and two new deluxe bandas have been launched.

The beautiful hand-built bandas reflect the magic of the aesthetic traditions of the Bafumbira people. Each Banda has an ensuite luxury shower room, fireplace and private porch.

The Batwa of Gahinga: Honouring our Forefathers

Eight traditional hand built guest bandas facing the magical Virunga Volcanoes (Two deluxe and six standard rooms).
Trek the Nyakagezi gorilla family, famous for its multiple silverbacks and the only gorilla group in Mgahinga Park.
Hike to see the playful and rare golden monkeys.
Start your gorilla trek from the lodge with our direct private footpath to access gorilla trekking in Mgahinga National Park.
Exceptional hospitality and locally-inspired food. Personal butler service for all guests. Wifi throughout the lodge and all-inclusive premium drinks menus.
Enjoy complimentary spa treatments and massages, including the famous Rungu massage at the Gushimisha Spa & Sauna.
Visit the Gahinga Batwa Village and share the culture of the oldest inhabitants of the Central Africa rain forest.
Make your stay even more special and book the lodge and gorilla group on an exclusive use basis.
Fireside chat the evening before your gorilla trek with a researcher from Gorilla Doctors.