Mount Gahinga Lodge | Virunga Volcanoes | Ultimate Travel Co
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MOUNT GAHINGA LODGE, VIRUNGA VOLCANOES

MOUNT GAHINGA LODGE

SIMPLE COMFORT

Will your most insightful experience at Mount Gahinga Lodge be climbing the slopes of a volcano, encountering a Rwandan gorilla, or meeting members of one of Africa’s oldest tribes?

Your first impression of Mount Gahinga Lodge could well be one of rightness. The Lodge’s bandas have been built in the traditional Ugandan style with stone walls and roofs thatched in papyrus, so they assume a natural place in the surrounding environment. Your next impressions will be of simple comfort, with added touches of style.

But perhaps it’s the things you’ll do on your luxury, tailor-made holiday to Uganda that will live longest in your memory. You could, for example, arrange to visit the gorillas of Rwanda (Mount Gahinga is close to the Rwandan border), or search out golden monkeys in the local forest. You could interact with the welcoming Batwa people and learn about their culture. Or even track wildlife with a Batwa warrior in traditional dress.

Mount Gahinga Lodge | Virunga Volcanoes | Ultimate Travel Co
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OVERVIEW

MOUNT GAHINGA LODGE, VIRUNGA VOLCANOES

At a glance

  • Exclusive adventure lodge nestling in the foothills of the Virunga Volcanoes
  • Set in the supreme southwestern tip of Uganda
  • Choice of just six guest bandas named after the nearby volcanoes and surrounded by luxuriant gardens
  • Design inspired by traditional local homes, using eco-friendly materials
  • Stone walls and thatched papyrus roofs
  • All have open fireplaces
  • Modern en suite bathrooms with double vanity units and hot showers
  • Dining in the main lodge, featuring a wide viewing veranda and cosy central fireplace

For leisure and pleasure

  • Safaris and trekking through the forest after golden monkeys
  • Rwandan gorilla safaris arranged
  • Hiking across rich countryside towards the Virunga Volcanoes
  • Batwa heritage experience, tracking wild game through the bush with a traditionally-dressed tribesman
  • Interactive cultural tours and dance performances in partnership with the Batwa people – one of Africa’s oldest tribes
  • Pampering and massage

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“FABULOUS FIRST VISIT TO SOUTH AFRICA”
Excellent advice received regarding our first trip to South Africa. We were given very personalised recommendations based on what we hoped to experience during our holiday, and the suggested lodges were absolutely fabulous. All transfers ran like clockwork, with polite and friendly drivers. From the beautifully printed, detailed itinerary to the elegant document case, luggage tags, and the informative app, every detail contributed to a sense of luxurious, premium service.
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“FAULTLESS AND FUN”
We’ve just returned from a Danube cruise with Douglas Skeggs and Joanna Worsley, with a few days in Vienna beforehand – all brilliantly overseen by Emily. From meet and greet at the airport to every detail on board the Amadeus Cara, the organisation was seamless. We’re already looking forward to our next Escorted Tour with The Ultimate Travel Company.        
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“PROFESSIONAL, PERSONAL – AND A REAL PLEASURE”
From the moment we got in touch, everything felt smooth and well looked after. The team were not only professional and thorough – providing tailored suggestions with clear costings – but also genuinely friendly. Even after we returned, a follow-up email (and a bottle of wine!) showed just how thoughtful Ultimate Travel really is. Nothing was too much trouble. We already have more trips booked and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.

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