Chameleon Hill Lodge vs Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Both in Rushaga · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Chameleon Hill Lodge is a comfort ($$$) in Rushaga, often chosen by couples and photography. Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge is a comfort ($$$) in Rushaga, well suited for gorilla trekking and mid-range travelers.
Option A
Chameleon Hill Lodge
Rushaga · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A colourful, artistically designed lodge overlooking Lake Mutanda and the Virunga volcanoes. Each cottage is painted a different colour inspired by the chameleon.
$$$·Comfort
Option B
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Rushaga · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A comfortable lodge with 13 cottages overlooking Bwindi forest, a ten-minute walk from the Rushaga park gate. Part of the Ichumbi Hotels group based in Kisoro.
$$$·Comfort
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Chameleon Hill Lodge | Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Comfort | Comfort |
| Price Level | $$$ Comfort | $$$ Comfort |
| Sector / Area | Rushaga | Rushaga |
| National Park | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park |
| Distance to Park | Short drive to Rushaga sector | — |
| Rooms | Oldtimer, Classic Chalet, Deluxe Chalet, Rainbow Villa 2in1, Sunshine Villa 2in1 | Standard Cottage |
| Dining | The main dining area features a spacious wooden deck overlooking Lake Mutanda. M... | The lodge restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a mix of Ugandan a... |
| Highlights | 15 rooms in 5 categories with unique colour schemesLake Mutanda views with Virunga Volcanoes backdropEuro-African architectural styleSpacious dining area with wooden deck | 13 cottages with forest and park views10-minute walk from Rushaga park gateIn-house tour division (Nshongi Tours)En suite bathrooms with hot showers |
| Best For | CouplesPhotographyArt lovers | Gorilla trekkingMid-range travelersNature lovers |
| Activities | Gorilla trekking (Rushaga sector)Mountain bikingCanoeing on Lake MutandaBird watching | Gorilla trackingBirdwatchingNature walksCommunity tours |
| Website | Visit website | Visit website |
Choose Chameleon Hill Lodge if you...
- are looking for couples
- are looking for photography
- are looking for art lovers
- value 15 rooms in 5 categories with unique colour schemes
- value lake mutanda views with virunga volcanoes backdrop
Choose Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge if you...
- are looking for gorilla trekking
- are looking for mid-range travelers
- are looking for nature lovers
- value 13 cottages with forest and park views
- value 10-minute walk from rushaga park gate
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