Stay at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge and trek gorillas in Rushaga

Are you planning to Stay at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge and trek gorillas in Rushaga Sector, this is the best choice for a luxury lodge to stay at and trek gorillas in Rushaga sector of Bwindi, Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge is located in the park’s southern section of Bwindi providing a superb accommodation and a base for gorilla trekking in Uganda. The multi-award-winning eco-lodge offers mid-range to luxury forest escapes offers multiple options for travellers, including private garden cottages, family villas, and luxury suites nestled on a forested ridge with bewildering views of the rural landscape.

The lodge offers walking safari adventures around the rural landscape to complement the gorilla trekking excursions. One of the favourites with many guests is the walk across Bwindi Impenetrable Forest from Nkuringo to Buhoma, a renewing nature hike with a local guide. Several other trails around the lodge take you through the paradise of pristine nature and local mountain communities in the sophisticated landscape.

The lodge is located 45 minutes – 1 hour drive from the Rushaga Sector visitor’s reception which is 23 kilometers (14 mi) from the Rushaga Sector briefing point, Rushaga sector is located in the southern part of Bwindi.

Important things to consider when planning gorilla trekking in Rushaga Sector Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Booking and securing your gorilla permit for Rushaga in advance

For you to trek Rushaga gorillas you will need to book your permit in advance so that you are assured of your spot for trekking the gorillas in this region. For you to block these permits you can either pay 100%, 70% or 30% in advance the total of each permit. Each gorilla permit costs USD800 for Foreign nonresidents, USD700 for Foreign residents and 300,000 Uganda Shillings for East Africa Citizens and this gives an opportunity to spend one hour encounter with the Mountain Gorillas of this family. We recommend you block the gorilla permits atleast 3 to 4 month prior your gorilla safari date. This is because during high season permits sell out in advance on first come first serve basis.

Booking your accommodation to Stay at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge and trek gorillas in Rushaga Sector in advance

This is very important to consider when planning for a gorilla trek to Rushaga, for you to have a great experience and comfort during your safari it is great to stay in luxury accommodations options include Gorilla Heights Lodge, Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge and Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge. Nkuringo has few budget lodge options from which you can choose from and options and the best budget option is camping. You can as well stay at budget Lodges in Rushaga and from here you will be able to trek gorillas in Nkuringo.

Comfortable travel to Rushaga

You should consider travelling in 4×4 Land cruisers this will give you comfort on the road to Rushaga. There is also an option of flying to Kisoro Airstrip which is close to Nkuringo; this will help cut the long drive from Entebbe/Kampala which is normally 8-9 hours drives to only 2 hour drive that you spend from Kisoro Airstrip to your lodge in Nkuringo.

What to wear during gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

 You might be probably wondering what to wear for your trek, below is a compiled list on what to wear;

• A long-armed sweater since the park gets cold
• 2 pairs of long trousers
• Water proof hiking boots
• A hat and sun glasses depending on the weather though this is optional
• Cameras and long lasting batteries since photography are very important to keep your memories alive. Always remember to keep our flash off.
• A pair of Binoculars. This will help you to see the vast birds Bwindi impenetrable forest has among other primates
• Gardening Gloves; these will help you when you a holding onto trees are branches through the trek.
• A rain coat; Since  Bwindi impenetrable forest is  rainforest, the rain is unpredictable so to be on a safer side, you will be required to carry along  a coat.
• A mosquito Repellent; since it is a forest, it has different dangerous insects so its advisable to carry it along or wear it
• A sun screen; Well this is optional but depending on the season, it might get too hot and you end up getting sun burns on your skin so to avoid that, you will need a sun screen.
• You should not wear very bright colors since this will charge or scare away the gorillas.
• Black and Blue colors are also not recommended since they attract Tsetse flies So I would recommend neutral colors.

How to get Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge and trek gorillas in Rushaga Sector

By Air: You can get to Nkuringo by air which is faster and less tiresome. Aero link is a domestic airline offering both schedule and charter flights to Kisoro Airstrip from where you connect to Nkuringo. There is no direct flight to Nkuringo but you can be dropped off to Kisoro Airstrip where you will be picked up by our professional guide and dropped at your lodge. The drive time from Kisoro to a nearby lodge is approximately 1 hour.

By Road: Nkuringo can be accessed through the main high-way road from Entebbe/Kampala which approximately 8-9 hours drive. You will pass through Kabale town and proceed to Nkuringo. The Park can also be accessed from Kigali, Rwanda which is approximately 4-5 hours drive.

Why book to Stay at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge and trek gorillas in Rushaga Sector Through Eco Adventure Safaris.

Eco Adventure Safaris is experienced in organizing amazing gorilla trekking safari experiences to Uganda and Rwanda. We are also highly rated and reviewed on Trip Advisor. We combine gorilla trekking safaris with eco-friendly and unforgettable high-end adventure and wildlife safaris that help preserve biodiversity, conserve wildlife and uplift local communities, these include chimpanzee trekking, Big 5 safaris and game viewing, Mountain Hiking, Boat cruises excursions and Cultural encounters to give you a memorable and best African Safari experience including popular and great African safari destinations Tanzania, Kenya, Botswana and Namibia.