Bakiga Lodge

Kampala (EBB)

Bwindi

Tented Camp

Tented Camp in Ruhija, Bwindi

Tented Camp in Ruhija, Bwindi

Bakiga Lodge, a high-quality eco-lodge in the Ruhija sector of Bwindi National Park, offers comfortable accommodations with stunning views of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and is a short drive from the Ruhija Gorilla Tracking meeting point.

Bakiga Lodge, a high-quality eco-lodge in the Ruhija sector of Bwindi National Park, offers comfortable accommodations with stunning views of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and is a short drive from the Ruhija Gorilla Tracking meeting point.

About Ruhija

Ruhija is a quiet, high-altitude sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda. It’s known for its cool climate and sweeping views of forested hills and valleys. This area offers a tranquil base for gorilla trekking, with a handful of habituated gorilla families and fewer tourists than the more popular Buhoma sector.

Ruhija is a quiet, high-altitude sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda. It’s known for its cool climate and sweeping views of forested hills and valleys. This area offers a tranquil base for gorilla trekking, with a handful of habituated gorilla families and fewer tourists than the more popular Buhoma sector.

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When to go

You can visit Ruhija throughout the year. The drier months, June to August and December to February, are best for trekking, while the wet seasons bring out the forest’s lush beauty.

You can visit Ruhija throughout the year. The drier months, June to August and December to February, are best for trekking, while the wet seasons bring out the forest’s lush beauty.

What to expect

Gorilla trekking is the main attraction, offering intimate encounters with these rare primates. The trails in Ruhija are relatively steep, making for a more adventurous trek, but they reward hikers with stunning vistas and diverse wildlife. The area is also excellent for birdwatching and primate spotting, including colobus monkeys and L'Hoest’s monkeys.

Bwindi

Bwindi

Frequently Asked Questions

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Are there en-suite bathrooms in safari accommodations?

What types of accommodations are available on safari?

Are safari accommodations safe?

Is Wi-Fi available at safari lodges or camps?

What’s the difference between a lodge and a tented camp?

How far in advance should I book safari accommodations?

Is the availability on Gotukio.com live?

Do safari accommodations have electricity?

Are there en-suite bathrooms in safari accommodations?