Africa’s Best Kept Secret: Discover Gorilla Heights Lodge

A one-hour flight from Uganda’s Entebbe International Airport to the Kisoro airstrip, followed by a 90-minute transfer, and you’re in gorilla land. Kisoro and Nkuringo are rich in mountain forests and volcanoes and are home to the mountain gorilla.

Tucked away in this little pocket of Uganda is Gorilla Heights Lodge, one of the newest additions to the Newmark Hotels & Reserves portfolio, and one of the most breathtaking destinations on the African continent

The lay of the land
Gorilla Heights Lodge is built on a 12-acre estate that overlooks the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The Bwindi Impenetrable Park is a UNESCO-protected site that is abundant in mountain forests, birdlife, butterflies, and wild animals, including the endangered mountain gorilla. Kisoro lies in the foothills of the Virunga Volcanoes and is an ideal destination for trekking, offering majestic views of nature at every turn.

Not like any other lodge
Newmark Hotels & Reserves has once again displayed its outstanding ability to provide winning destinations that surpass others in quality and unique experiences. With just 15 units at Gorilla Heights Lodge, you get the feel of a bespoke boutique establishment and personalised service.

All your needs are taken care of from Wi-Fi to secure parking, car hire, and laundry. The lodge has one swimming pool and one cold plunge pool with sun loungers for ultimate relaxation, as well as a luxury spa. Enjoy refreshments and a complimentary hand massage on arrival. There's a canopy bar in the main lounge, a craft shop, and housekeeping is offered twice a day.

Beyond the needful, Gorilla Heights Lodge also has commendable sustainability practices in place, from its no-plastic policy to solar heating and eco-friendly waste management.

So good, you’ll want to stay longer
The rooms at Gorilla Heights Lodge are tranquil and spacious, letting you stretch your legs and unwind in optimum comfort. Each room is decorated in cool natural colours, and dotted with locally made handcrafts and wall art.

• Standard rooms provide cosy beds, a coffee and tea station, stylish bathrooms and a balcony.
• A deluxe cottage will give you the added luxury of a king-sized bed, kitchenette and dining area, and an outdoor bathtub for melting moments overlooking the forest canopy.
• Family cottages include one king-size bed in the main bedroom and two queen-size beds in the second room with two en-suites, a balcony, and a comfortable seating area.

African deluxe dining
All meals and select beverages are included in the room prices, so you’re free to explore the menu and indulge in African cuisine served in style. The Humura Restaurant offers a memorable dining experience where every flavour can be savoured, accompanied by panoramic views of the Virunga Mountains in the distance. The lodge uses locally sourced ingredients and has a special children’s menu.

Book your stay at Gorilla Heights Lodge and experience the quality stamp of Newmark Hotels & Reserves that never fails to impress.