Uganda: Abercrombie & Kent Now Reopens Redesigned Gorilla Forest Lodge in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Published on
September 26, 2025

Abercrombie & Kent has reopened its redesigned Gorilla Forest Lodge, located in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda. This area has become a top spot for gorilla trekking. A&K Sanctuary has newly refurbished this eco-conscious lodge that provides luxurious accommodation for one of the unique wildlife experiences available. It is located only a few minutes away from the Uganda Wildlife Authority Centre, which makes the lodge a perfect starting point for those looking to visit Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, which houses around 50% of the world’s mountain gorillas.
Gorilla Forest Lodge, which previously was called the Gorilla Forest Camp, has been remodeled to create an immersive fusion of a luxury tented camp and an upscale lodge in the middle of nature. The lodge, which is designed by Luxury Frontiers, has been created with absolute care, which is evident in their world-class and unique safari-style tented accommodations. The lodge’s re-imagination is focused on comfort and sustainability of the guests’ experience, while upholding the values of their brand.
An unbroken fusion of luxury and wilderness,
In one of the most biodiverse areas of Uganda, Gorilla Forest Lodge features 10 spacious rooms which harmonize with the surrounding wilderness. The lodge’s purpose is to bring visitors closer to both nature and the region’s heritage. Forest roofs with papyrus reed thatch and buildings which blend with the forest canopy are both meant to reduce visual impacts and improve natural beauty.
Artisan women from the Ride 4 a Woman NGO have handwoven the banana fiber cladding which provides sustainable and community sourced materials thus deepening the lodge’s eco-responsibility. The carved Bwindi reception doors, one of the few camp elements that remains, are a testament to the deeper heritage of the region which the lodge still embraces.
Eco-Friendly Eco Lodge Construction
Gorilla Forest Lodge aims at embodying the status and innovations of the people and the communities while accommodating economy friendly construction and lodge operations. The lodge has an expansive eye-catching architecture with spacious geothentic windows and high ceiling open forest views. Aids sponge land in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest warmth cognates covering imp.
The lodge’s most defining feature are the colorful light fixtures improvised from more than 120,000 reused and recycled beads. These light fixtures are the perfect illustration of an unrole, an art-craft associated with supported craftsmanship with the lodge giving it positive lighting and warm hues which the decor purely completes. Such blocking the design from the Walumona and Walumonage statication.
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Quite apart from trekking, the lodge also encourages guests to appreciate the local culture through a range of activities and engagements with neighboring communities. This is a cultural interaction experience where the guests get to know the Mosuo people’s life, attend training sessions, and visit the nearby villages, thereby enhancing their trip.
The Gorilla Forest Lodge has maintained a strong focus on sustainability. In this regard, the lodge is pivotal in using local construction materials and supporting local craftspeople and businesses in the region surrounding the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. With the intention of ‘ecological footprint ‘ scenarios, the lodge adopts green policies and fosters sustainable tourism to help in conserving the pristine beauty of the region.
The lodge also works with local NGOs and provides training and employment opportunities to the residents of Bwindi and, in doing so, invests in the community. This emphasis on community involvement means the positive impacts of tourism trickle down to the local people of Bwindi.
An Ideal Starting Point for Discovering the Untouched Nature of Uganda
Gorilla Forest Lodge is situated at the center of Uganda’s tourism industry, which makes it the perfect foundation for venturing into the natural marvels of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and the rest of the region. The lodge is a perfect blend of luxury lodging, cultural activities, sustainable practices, and ecological amenities which makes it stand out for providing people a chance to disconnect from the busy life systems of town and connect with the nature, wildlife, and the indigenous culture.
Gorilla Forest Lodge’s guests are also able to visit other nearby attractions such as Mgahinga Gorilla National Park which is home to other species of gorillas, and Lake Bunyonyi which is famous for its splendid scenery and recreational activities. These places afford guests a full experience that showcases the culture, landscapes, and wildlife of Uganda.
Conclusion: A New Era for Gorilla Trekking in Uganda
Gorilla Forest Lodge is a gateway to a life-changing experience for travelers that want to deeply engage with Uganda’s culture and natural beauty. Lodge with sustainable and sensible design together with luxury accommodations and exclusive access to gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest certainly makes it a different and invaluable experience.
Gorilla Forest Lodge has become one of the most important lodges in Uganda’s eco-tourism industry due to it’s dedication to quality service, the the surrounding communities, and the environment. The lodge provides a high-quality and concentrated stay that still respects the environment. The region’s biodiversity makes the lodge a fantastic place for one of a kind experiences. It allows for an extraordinary opportunity to appreciate the landscapes and cultures of Uganda.

