Kaara Gorilla Mountain Lodge
Explore the Extraordinary
The #1 Accommodation for Gorilla Trekking In Uganda
Located in the most beautiful part of Uganda lies Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and it is world renowned for its endangered inhabitants, the mountain gorillas. Kaara Gorilla Mountain Lodge, located in the national park’s southern section, provides unparalleled accommodation and a base for gorilla trekking in Uganda.
The Lodge prides itself on Sustainable Luxury, and offers spacious cottages with ensuite bathrooms, stunning decor and unbelievable 360° of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and the Virunga Mountain ranges, all from the comfort of your private balcony.

Wellness Enhanced
Have a full body massage after an exhilirating gorilla trekking experience, practice yoga on our expansive terraces with panoramic forest views, have a sundowner in our private dining section that’s 7000ft above sea level, indulge in our wide selection of teas, play boardgames by the fire, or just curl up in our library nook with any of our books.

Sustainable Luxury
We define Sustainable Luxury as the fusion of opulence and responsibility, reshaping the traditional notion of hospitality. Kaara Gorilla Mountain Lodge pioneers this by being 100% solar powered and eliminating diesel emissions, converting rainwater into drinking water using our state of the art UV filtration system, using local materials like volcanic rock, and much more.

Immerse Yourself in Culture
Kaara Gorilla Mountain Lodge is located in the heart of the Rushaga community. A short walk down the hill sees you ready to engage in a number of exhilirating activities, like nature walks at the edge of the forest, Batwa community experience where you interact with the indigenous People of the Forest, birdwatching some of the most elusive birds in the world, and so much more.
The Accommodations
Cottage Rates 2025
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398 ft2
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2 Guests
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1 King Bed / 2 Twin Beds
Experience the serenity of nature with the gentle mountain breeze, the melodic chirping of birds, and the ethereal sight of clouds drifting through the lodge. Your private balcony serves as a front-row seat to these unforgettable vistas, ensuring that the memories you create here will last a lifetime.
Explore the woods with our great activities
Gorilla Trekking, Bird Watching, Hiking and nature walking, Batwa Indigenous Forest People Experience, Gorilla Habituation and more
About Kaara Lodge

Cottages
We have six (6) spacious cottages of 398sqft each featuring an ensuite bathroom with vanity mirror and hot showers, large private terrace, beautiful decor and stone work, and sweeping panoramic views of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Four of the cottages have king size beds while two have two twin beds.

Facilities
We have a lounge, a beautiful bar that one might be mistaken for thinking its an art gallery, large dining with floor to ceiling windows, outdoor terrace seating with a fireplace and unbeatable views, and a library nook. We also have a large firepit where we entertain you with our talented community dancers.

Fine Dining
Our rates are inclusive of full board meals which includes breakfast, lunch (a packed lunch for those going gorilla trekking) and a four-course dinner comprising of a soup, starter, main course and decadent dessert. Let our sommelier help you choose from our selection of fine wines that are curated from around the world.

Gorilla Trekking Permits
We are very instrumental in sourcing Gorilla Tracking permits for clients that wish to stay with us at Kaara Gorilla Mountain Lodge, and we respond in time to your inquiry. Each Gorilla Permit costs USD800, and we charge USD30- facilitation fee per tracking permit. We cannot make tentative bookings for tracking permits with Uganda Wildlife Authority, unless you make permit reservation with cash.
What They Say About Us
Brigitte P2025-06-07Verified An unforgettable stay at the top of Bwindi Perched on top of a mountain, this retreat offers breathtaking views of the impenetrable Bwindi forest. The decor is a masterpiece of elegant African style, combining authentic objects and local materials to create a unique and welcoming atmosphere. Every detail is carefully thought out: a hot water bottle slipped into the bed and a cozy extra blanket for cool nights, a breakfast worthy of the highest praise, and a large open fire in the restaurant. The hospitality is simply exceptional. The local community even treated us to a fiery dance performance around a campfire, a moment of sharing and unforgettable conviviality. A place where the magic is felt at every moment, and one I highly recommend to anyone looking for an authentic immersion in the heart of nature. Experience7540272025-05-04Verified Fantastische lodge met adembenemend uitzicht. Ik heb hier een werkelijk fantastische paar dagen beleefd. De service is subliem en de locatie (bovenop de berg) al helemaal. Prachtig uitzicht over het Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, ook vanuit je eigen kamer (zelfs vanuit de douche). Heerlijk gegeten ook. muha2025-04-23Verified Unforgettable stay with breathtaking views Had an amazing stay at Kaara! The views of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, the Virunga Mountains, and the surrounding landscape were absolutely stunning. The kitchen served well-prepared four-course meals, and the staff were genuinely kind and hospitable throughout our stay. I’d totally recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Neha P2025-03-24Verified A hidden Gem of a hotel with incredible panoramic mountain views with hospitality second to none. This hidden Gem of a hotel with incredible panoramic mountain views with hospitality second to none. I cannot express the seamless personalised service received from time of enquiring about the hotel to the time of booking until our departure. The hotel team also extended their assistance in obtaining the gorilla permits and guiding me in navigating the planing of this trip for the family. Careful consideration in catering vegetarian meal, with a variety of options enhanced our stay at the hotel. To top it even further my wish to celebrate my birthday with the gorillas was made true with the surprise birthday cake courtesy of the hotel team. All I can say is that I have travelled plenty around the world but what holds truly special with Kara Mountain Lodge is that they are all about putting the customer's needs first and striving to exceed their expectations at every opportunity. Thank you Kara. You have created one of the most memorable time for me and my family Dyon M2025-02-26Verified Great hospitality and stunning views at Kaara Gorilla Mountain Lodge 🦍 We had a great stay at Kaara Gorilla Mountain Lodge. The lodge is comfortable and well-run, with a personal touch that makes a difference. Wilfred and the team were welcoming and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed. The sunrise views were stunning, and the overall experience was smooth and enjoyable. Would definitely recommend. Eros D2025-01-24Verified Très belle expérience Nous avons passé un excellent séjour au Kaara Lodge. Très joliment décoré, vue imprenable, super accueil et très bonne cuisine. Emplacement idéal pour aller voir les gorilles, expérience à ne pas manquer. Nous recommandons sans hésiter ce lodge tout récent. S B2025-01-23Verified Extraordinaire Lodge extraordinaire, une vue à couper le souffle. Wilfrid le manager, dirige parfaitement son Lodge, Moses et Gloria sont aux petits soins pour leurs clients, le chef concote des plats délicieux. La route pour accéder au lodge est difficile par temps de pluie mais Alphonse est là pour nous aider. Salle de bain magnifique, la douche chaude est un sacré plus. Merci à tous pour ce superbe séjour ! Roberto P2024-12-18Verified Best sunrise on top of the hill The resort is situated on top of the hill and when you reach the gate the atmosphere in front of you is magic. Not much to say about the resort just an amazing place…and very kind staff. The view and the sunrise was spectacular (unfortunately we didn’t see the sunset because we arrived late). Room are very well organised and clean. DOREEN N2024-12-10Verified A Memorable Journey in the forest! I had a wonderful stay at Kaara Gorilla Mountain Lodge, it was a four days trip with other people and trust me this place is worth a visit! From the reception, the food, cottages and the scenic view of the Bwindi forest, Kaara is a wonder. I recommend you to visit this place and create memories that will last forever! mark phillip2024-12-09Verified Best accommodation facility in bwindi I and my friends had four days trip to kaara mountain gorilla lodge and it was amazing the lodge is situated above bwindi rooms are just wow! And every thing is nice the lighting, sustainability, food I would recommend 👌 to everyone traveling to Uganda to have a night at kaara for the betterment of your trip