Gorilla Mist Camp vs Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Both in bwindi region · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Gorilla Mist Camp is a comfort ($$$) in Ruhija, often chosen by gorilla trekking and mid-range travelers. Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge is a comfort ($$$) in Rushaga, well suited for gorilla trekking and mid-range travelers. They are in different areas: Gorilla Mist Camp in Ruhija and Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge in Rushaga.
Option A
Gorilla Mist Camp
Ruhija · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A locally owned camp in the Ruhija sector of Bwindi with 12 thatched bandas set among the forest. Well positioned for trekking three habituated gorilla families.
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.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Gorilla Mist Camp | Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Comfort | Comfort |
| Price Level | $$$ Comfort | $$$ Comfort |
| Sector / Area | Ruhija | Rushaga |
| National Park | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park |
| Distance to Park | Near Ruhija sector tracking point | — |
| Rooms | Grass-Thatched Banda | Standard Cottage |
| Dining | The camp's dining area serves meals prepared with locally sourced ingredients. B... | The lodge restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a mix of Ugandan a... |
| Highlights | 12 grass-thatched bandasEn suite with hot water and mosquito netsWooden balconies with forest viewsLocally owned | 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 | Gorilla trekkingMid-range travelersNature lovers | Gorilla trekkingMid-range travelersNature lovers |
| Activities | Gorilla trekking (Oruzogo, Bitukura, Kyaguliro families)Bird watching (23 Albertine Rift endemics)Forest walksNature walks | Gorilla trackingBirdwatchingNature walksCommunity tours |
| Website | Visit website | Visit website |
Choose Gorilla Mist Camp if you...
- are looking for gorilla trekking
- are looking for mid-range travelers
- are looking for nature lovers
- value 12 grass-thatched bandas
- value en suite with hot water and mosquito nets
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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