Silverback Lodge vs Trackers Safari Lodge
Both in Buhoma · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Silverback Lodge is a luxury ($$$$) in Buhoma, often chosen by luxury travelers and gorilla trekking. Trackers Safari Lodge is a luxury ($$$$) in Buhoma, well suited for gorilla trekking and luxury travelers. Silverback Lodge has a stronger eco/community focus.
Option A
Silverback Lodge
Buhoma · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A thoughtfully designed luxury lodge on a ridge above Bwindi forest in Buhoma, with 12 rooms, a spa, and sweeping canopy views. A five-minute walk from the gorilla trekking starting point.
Option B
Trackers Safari Lodge
Buhoma · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A well-appointed lodge in the Buhoma sector of Bwindi with 11 thatched log chalets, a spa with jacuzzi and sauna, outdoor pool, and all-inclusive dining. Five minutes from the gorilla trekking briefing point at 1,500 metres altitude.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Silverback Lodge | Trackers Safari Lodge | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Luxury | Luxury |
| Price Level | $$$$ Luxury | $$$$ Luxury |
| Sector / Area | Buhoma | Buhoma |
| National Park | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park |
| Distance to Park | 5-minute walk | 5-minute drive from Buhoma park headquarters |
| Rooms | Nest Room | Double Chalet, Twin Chalet, Family Cottage |
| Dining | The restaurant serves meals prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Dining ta... | Trackers operates as an all-inclusive lodge. The restaurant features an open kit... |
| Highlights | 12 rooms ('Nests') with forest viewsWellnest spaPrivate patios and sunken tubs5-minute walk to park HQ | 11 thatched log chalets with forest viewsSpa with jacuzzi, sauna, and steam bathOutdoor swimming poolAll-inclusive meals and drinks |
| Best For | Luxury travelersGorilla trekkingSpa lovers | Gorilla trekkingLuxury travelersCouples |
| Activities | Gorilla trekkingBatwa heritage visitsCoffee experience with local farmersBasket weaving workshops | Gorilla trekkingBird watchingNature walksBatwa cultural trail |
| Website | Visit website | Visit website |
Choose Silverback Lodge if you...
- are looking for luxury travelers
- are looking for gorilla trekking
- are looking for spa lovers
- value 12 rooms ('nests') with forest views
- value wellnest spa
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
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