Gorilla Safari Lodge vs Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Both in Rushaga · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Gorilla Safari Lodge is a comfort ($$$) in Rushaga, often chosen by gorilla trekking and mid-range travelers. Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge is a comfort ($$$) in Rushaga, well suited for gorilla trekking and mid-range travelers.
Option A
Gorilla Safari Lodge
Rushaga · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A comfortable lodge in the Rushaga sector of Bwindi, offering access to the largest concentration of habituated gorilla families.
$$$·Comfort
Option B
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Rushaga · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A comfortable lodge with 13 cottages overlooking Bwindi forest, a ten-minute walk from the Rushaga park gate. Part of the Ichumbi Hotels group based in Kisoro.
$$$·Comfort
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Gorilla Safari 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 | 5-minute walk to Rushaga briefing point | — |
| Rooms | Standard Room | Standard Cottage |
| Dining | The dining room serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a set menu of Ugandan a... | The lodge restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a mix of Ugandan a... |
| Highlights | 21 rooms named after individual gorillas5-minute walk from Rushaga briefing pointRushaga sector — most habituated gorilla families in BwindiDining room, lounge, spa treatment room, and bar | 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 trekkingGorilla habituation experienceBatwa community visitsMountain biking | Gorilla trackingBirdwatchingNature walksCommunity tours |
| Website | Visit website | Visit website |
Choose Gorilla Safari Lodge if you...
- are looking for gorilla trekking
- are looking for mid-range travelers
- are looking for nature lovers
- value 21 rooms named after individual gorillas
- value 5-minute walk from rushaga briefing point
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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