Bweza Gorilla Lodge vs Gorilla Friends Lodge

Both in bwindi region · Updated 2026

Quick Answer

Bweza Gorilla Lodge is a comfort ($$$) in Rushaga. Gorilla Friends Lodge is a budget ($) in Ruhija. Gorilla Friends Lodge is the more affordable option ($), while Bweza Gorilla Lodge positions itself at the comfort level. They are in different areas: Bweza Gorilla Lodge in Rushaga and Gorilla Friends Lodge in Ruhija.

Option A

Bweza Gorilla Lodge

Rushaga · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

A UTB-licensed Comfort in Rushaga. Further details will be added as information becomes available.

$$$·Comfort

Option B

Gorilla Friends Lodge

Ruhija · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

A budget lodge in the Ruhija sector of Bwindi. A practical base for gorilla trekking and birding at the higher-altitude Ruhija trailhead.

$·Budget

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Bweza Gorilla LodgeGorilla Friends Lodge
CategoryComfortBudget
Price Level$$$ Comfort$ Budget
Sector / AreaRushagaRuhija
National ParkBwindi Impenetrable National ParkBwindi Impenetrable National Park
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