Buhoma Community Haven Lodge vs Gorilla Bluff Lodge

Both in Buhoma · Updated 2026

Quick Answer

Buhoma Community Haven Lodge is a community lodge ($$) in Buhoma, often chosen by community tourism supporters and families. Gorilla Bluff Lodge is a mid-range ($$) in Buhoma, well suited for gorilla trekking and mid-range travelers. Buhoma Community Haven Lodge has a stronger eco/community focus.

Option A

Buhoma Community Haven Lodge

Buhoma · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

A community-managed mid-range lodge above Buhoma village with nine self-contained cottages and views of the rainforest. Profits support local development.

$$·Community Lodge

Option B

Gorilla Bluff Lodge

Buhoma · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

A community-focused lodge on an elevated site in Buhoma with 5 guest cottages and forest views. Founded in 2020 by Gordon Kwikiriza to support local livelihoods.

$$·Mid-range

Side-by-Side Comparison

Buhoma Community Haven LodgeGorilla Bluff Lodge
CategoryCommunity LodgeMid-range
Price Level$$ Mid-range$$ Mid-range
Sector / AreaBuhomaBuhoma
National ParkBwindi Impenetrable National ParkBwindi Impenetrable National Park
Distance to Park
RoomsTwin/Double Cottage, Family CottageGuest Cottage
DiningMeals are served in the main dining area. The kitchen prepares breakfast, lunch,...The dining area and bar overlook the forest, providing a relaxed setting for mea...
Highlights
8 twin/double cottages + 1 family cottage, all en suiteCommunity-run by BMCDAOpened 2014 — upgraded from original Rest CampForest views from private terraces
5 guest cottages on elevated siteForest views from rooms and dining areaFounded 2020 by Gordon KwikirizaCommunity-focused: local livelihood support
Best For
Community tourism supportersFamiliesGorilla trekking
Gorilla trekkingMid-range travelersCommunity tourism supporters
Activities
Gorilla trekkingCommunity walksBird watchingBatwa cultural trail
Gorilla trekkingBirdwatchingCommunity walksBatwa cultural trail
WebsiteVisit websiteVisit website

Choose Buhoma Community Haven Lodge if you...

  • are looking for community tourism supporters
  • are looking for families
  • are looking for gorilla trekking
  • value 8 twin/double cottages + 1 family cottage, all en suite
  • value community-run by bmcda

Choose Gorilla Bluff Lodge if you...

  • are looking for gorilla trekking
  • are looking for mid-range travelers
  • are looking for community tourism supporters
  • value 5 guest cottages on elevated site
  • value forest views from rooms and dining area

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