Bwindi My Home | Gorilla Lodge – Kachulagenyi, Uganda

8.9 Guest Score

Our Story

A genuine home
on the forest edge

Nestled in the hills of Kachulagenyi, just minutes from the ancient trees of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Bwindi My Home is a recently renovated lodge built for travellers who want authenticity alongside comfort.

With a breathtaking balcony facing the forest, a warm bar, and a garden that comes alive at dawn, this is the base camp for one of Africa's most extraordinary wildlife experiences — mountain gorilla trekking.

#1 in Kachulagenyi

8.8 Location score

9.2 Value for money

Our Commitment

Travel that makes a difference

When you stay at Bwindi My Home, your visit directly supports the local community and the natural world around us. We believe responsible tourism creates lasting change.

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Supporting Local Education

Through our activities and partnerships, we support a small local school in the area — ensuring that children in the Kachulagenyi community have access to education and a brighter future.

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Empowering the Batwa Community

We work closely with the Batwa — the indigenous people who have called Bwindi home for centuries. By integrating them into our tourism experience, we help them build a sustainable income and a future outside the national park boundaries.

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Wildlife Conservation

We collaborate with local conservation partners, including the nearby Pangolin Rescue Center, to protect the unique and vulnerable wildlife of the Bwindi region. Every stay contributes to these vital efforts.

Accommodation

Rooms & Suites

Every room at Bwindi My Home is a private retreat — spacious, sun-drenched, and designed to bring the forest inside. Wake up to birdsong and mountain mist from your own balcony.

Mountain View

Double Room with 1 bed

Mountain View

Double Room with 2 beds

Forrest View

Family Room with multiple beds

The Highlight

Mountain Gorilla
Trekking

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to roughly half the world's remaining mountain gorilla population. From our doorstep, venture into the ancient forest for a face-to-face encounter unlike anything on Earth.

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Multiple gorilla families

Several habituated gorilla families roam the Buhoma and Ruhija sectors — our team helps arrange permits well in advance.

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Expert local guides

Experienced trackers and rangers lead every trek, ensuring your safety and maximum wildlife time.

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Prime location

Bwindi My Home sits just minutes from the park gate — no long transfers, more time in the forest.

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Full trek support

Packed lunches, walking poles, gaiters, and rain gear — we prepare you for everything the rainforest has to offer.

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"I had an absolutely wonderful time staying at this locally-owned lodge. Richard arranged my gorilla permit without any issues and can also help with itineraries as well if self-planning as I did. Everything about the experience here was perfect - the rooms, staff and food were all great. ♡"

- Cheryl, Booking.com

Beyond Gorillas

Forest Experiences

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Birding Walks

Bwindi hosts over 350 bird species including 23 Albertine Rift endemics. Dawn and dusk walks with expert birding guides.

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Waterfall Hikes

Jungle trails weave past cascading waterfalls and ancient trees — a meditative escape into one of Africa's oldest forests.

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Batwa Culture Tour

Meet the indigenous Batwa people, learn their forest traditions, and gain a profound perspective on life in the rainforest.

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Sunrise Viewpoints

Wake before dawn and hike to panoramic ridges where mist rolls through the valley as the forest stirs to life below.

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Chimpanzee Tracking

Bwindi is also home to chimpanzees and red-tailed monkeys — days in the forest rarely disappoint wildlife lovers.

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Community Walks

Stroll through Buhoma village, visit local schools, and experience the warm hospitality of Ugandan highland communities.

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Photography

Golden hour light over the forest canopy, rare birds, charismatic primates — every moment is a frame worth capturing.

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Garden Relaxation

Linger over Ugandan coffee in our garden bar, let the forest soundtrack wash over you, and simply breathe it all in.

Restaurant & Bar

Fresh, wholesome
Ugandan flavours

Our kitchen blends local Ugandan produce with comforting Western touches — nourishing food to fuel adventurous days and round off magical evenings. Breakfast is included in all room rates.

Guest Reviews

What Our Guests Say

8.9

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Guests' Choice · Booking.com

Based on 23 verified reviews

★★★★★

"Everything was great!!! Richard and his stuff are all super friendly and helpful. The place is amazing with great view and comfortable rooms, spacious with privat balcony :) Wifi and electricity worked all the time. Definitely recommend! Thank you all for the lovely stay!"

Anna · Poland

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"The lodge was very beautiful and cozy, right in the middle of the forest. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful and organised a nice community walk for us where we met with the local community, and a visit to the pangolin rescue center."

Nathalie · Belgium

★★★★☆

"Everything is perfect, one of our favorite accomodations so far! Such a beautiful place in nature. Richard and the staff is very attentive, the dinner and breakfast is very delicious. Everything is just amazing."

Eszti · Hungary

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Reservations

Plan your perfect stay

Use the form to send us your dates and preferences. We'll confirm availability, assist with gorilla trekking permits, and arrange everything you need for an unforgettable visit to Bwindi.

Breakfast included in all room rates

Gorilla permit assistance

Airport & airstrip transfers available

Free private parking on site

Garden bar & campfire evenings

Fill in the form for a request or book directly on Booking.com

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How to Find Us

Getting to Bwindi

We're located at Kayonza Bwindi, Uganda — on the northern edge of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Our team can arrange transfers from Kihihi Airstrip or Entebbe.

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By Air

Kihihi Airstrip — 40 km (approx. 1.5 hrs by road). Charter flights from Entebbe available. We arrange paid airport transfers.

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By Road

8–9 hours from Kampala / Entebbe via Mbarara. 6 hours from Queen Elizabeth NP. Private transfers and self-drive both possible.

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Address

Nyamishamba Bwindi, Kachulagenyi, Kanungu District, Western Uganda

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 14:00 · Check-out by 11:00
Early arrival and late check-out on request

Get In Touch

We'd love to hear from you

Whether you have questions about gorilla permits, need help planning your itinerary, or want to make a special request — our team is here to help.

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Email Send us a message

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Phone / WhatsApp +256 772 549 088

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Location Kayonza Bwindi, Western Uganda

Your Home
in the Wild

A genuine home
on the forest edge