Mutanda Lake Resort
Mutanda Lake Resort sits picturesquely on a peninsula on Lake Mutanda in the shadow of the Virunga Volcanoes, offering comfortable accommodation with breathtaking views of the island-dotted lake and surrounding mountain landscape. The Dutch-owned resort features luxury tents on wooden platforms with lovely verandas and polished wooden floors, creating a unique blend of comfort and nature. It's an ideal starting point for gorilla trekking to the Nkuringo, Rushaga and Mgahinga areas, volcano hikes and birdwatching, and was awarded the 2017 Uganda Tourism Excellence Award for Best Mid-Range Accommodation.
Summary
- What it is
- Mid-range in Lake Mutanda
- Where it is
- Lake Mutanda, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Best for
- Gorilla trekking visitors, Boat safari enthusiasts, Birdwatchers
- Main activities
- Gorilla Trekking, Volcano Hikes, Bird Watching, Swimming in the Lake
- Price level
- $$(Mid-range)
Quick Facts
- National Park
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Subregion / Sector
- Lake Mutanda
- Category
- Mid-range
- Price Level
- $$(Mid-range)
- Best for
- Gorilla trekking visitors, Boat safari enthusiasts, Birdwatchers
- Verified Visit
- Not visited yet
About Mutanda Lake Resort
Mutanda Lake Resort is a mid-range lodge in Uganda, situated in the Lake Mutanda area of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Mutanda Lake Resort sits picturesquely on a peninsula on Lake Mutanda in the shadow of the Virunga Volcanoes, offering comfortable accommodation with breathtaking views of the island-dotted lake and surrounding mountain landscape. The Dutch-owned resort features luxury tents on wooden platforms with lovely verandas and polished wooden floors, creating a unique blend of comfort and nature. It's an ideal starting point for gorilla trekking to the Nkuringo, Rushaga and Mgahinga areas, volcano hikes and birdwatching, and was awarded the 2017 Uganda Tourism Excellence Award for Best Mid-Range Accommodation.
The property features Restaurant, Luxury Tents, Wooden Platforms with Verandas, Lake Access and Swimming in the Lake. Guests can expect a comfortable stay with well-maintained facilities suited to the mid-range category.
Activities available from this lodge include gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park — Uganda Wildlife Authority permits cost $800 per person and should be booked well in advance, birdwatching across diverse habitats, boat safaris on the local waterways and Volcano Hikes and Swimming in the Lake.
Notable features of Mutanda Lake Resort include Panoramic views of Lake Mutanda and the Virunga Volcanoes, Peninsula location right on the lake, Close to gorilla trekking areas (Nkuringo, Rushaga, Mgahinga), Uganda Tourism Excellence Award 2017 and Luxury tents with lake views and mountain panoramas. These qualities make it a distinctive choice within the Lake Mutanda.
Mutanda Lake Resort is listed as a mid-range property on Lodges of Uganda. Their website has additional information about rooms and rates. All lodge profiles on this site are independent and based on verified information — no paid placements.
Location & Region
Mutanda Lake Resort is located in Lake Mutanda, part of the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park region in Uganda. It is situated within or near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
General area: Lake Mutanda
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Highlights
- Panoramic views of Lake Mutanda and the Virunga Volcanoes
- Peninsula location right on the lake
- Close to gorilla trekking areas (Nkuringo, Rushaga, Mgahinga)
- Uganda Tourism Excellence Award 2017
- Luxury tents with lake views and mountain panoramas
Who Is This Lodge For?
Advantages
- Panoramic views of Lake Mutanda and the Virunga Volcanoes
- Peninsula location right on the lake
- Close to gorilla trekking areas (Nkuringo, Rushaga, Mgahinga)
- Uganda Tourism Excellence Award 2017
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated: 2026-09-09T05:51:26.912529+00:00
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