Bwindi Lodge vs Trackers Safari Lodge
Both in Buhoma · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Bwindi Lodge is a luxury ($$$$) in Buhoma, often chosen by luxury travelers and gorilla trekking. Trackers Safari Lodge is a luxury ($$$$) in Buhoma, well suited for gorilla trekking and luxury travelers. Bwindi Lodge has a stronger eco/community focus.
Option A
Bwindi Lodge
Buhoma · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A Volcanoes Safaris property with panoramic views over Bwindi forest. Known for its distinctive bandas built into the hillside with large viewing windows.
Option B
Trackers Safari Lodge
Buhoma · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A well-appointed lodge in the Buhoma sector of Bwindi with 11 thatched log chalets, a spa with jacuzzi and sauna, outdoor pool, and all-inclusive dining. Five minutes from the gorilla trekking briefing point at 1,500 metres altitude.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Bwindi Lodge | Trackers Safari Lodge | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Luxury | Luxury |
| Price Level | $$$$ Luxury | $$$$ Luxury |
| Sector / Area | Buhoma | Buhoma |
| National Park | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park |
| Distance to Park | Short drive from Buhoma park HQ | 5-minute drive from Buhoma park headquarters |
| Rooms | Hillside Banda | Double Chalet, Twin Chalet, Family Cottage |
| Dining | Meals are served in the main lodge restaurant, which shares the same panoramic f... | Trackers operates as an all-inclusive lodge. The restaurant features an open kit... |
| Highlights | Panoramic forest views from hillside bandasVolcanoes Safaris propertyLarge viewing windows in every roomVolcanoes Safaris Partnership Trust supporting local community | 11 thatched log chalets with forest viewsSpa with jacuzzi, sauna, and steam bathOutdoor swimming poolAll-inclusive meals and drinks |
| Best For | Luxury travelersGorilla trekkingCouples | Gorilla trekkingLuxury travelersCouples |
| Activities | Gorilla trekkingBird watchingCommunity walk (Partnership Trust projects)Batwa cultural trail | Gorilla trekkingBird watchingNature walksBatwa cultural trail |
| Website | Visit website | Visit website |
Choose Bwindi Lodge if you...
- are looking for luxury travelers
- are looking for gorilla trekking
- are looking for couples
- value panoramic forest views from hillside bandas
- value volcanoes safaris property
Choose Trackers Safari Lodge if you...
- are looking for gorilla trekking
- are looking for luxury travelers
- are looking for couples
- value 11 thatched log chalets with forest views
- value spa with jacuzzi, sauna, and steam bath
Still not sure?
Tell us your dates, budget and preferences — we help you choose.