Mutanda Lake Resort's location deserves natural wonder status. Because there's something quite wonderful about a lodge that straddles a peninsula in a freshwater lake that's peppered with densely vegetated islands, and framed by the perfect triangular peaks of the Virunga Mountains. The resort itself is exceptional, with charming wooden structures set amid the lush forested lakeshores with ample water frontage. This remote setting is made all the more staggering by its impeccable hospitality. The staff are adept at making you feel comfortable, and mindful of the core purpose of your visit: the chance to encounter gorillas in the wild.
The lovely A-frame cottages feel like slender Swiss-meets-African chalets. They're set on the hillside with a steep staircase leading to the private veranda. Inside they are cosy but comfy, configured with two singles or a double bed, always draped with mosquito netting. Glass doors ensure plenty of natural light, and the en-suite bathrooms have piping-hot showers to wash off the jungle. Family rooms are a bit more spacious and hardily built, able to sleep three in a master bedroom and small adjoining room.
The pristine setting, the excellent facilities and the superb service. In fact, Mutanda feels considerably more five-star than it claims to be - always a nice surprise.
You'll want to spend more than a few days here, trust us! Dedicate a day (or two, if you have the funds) to trekking gorillas and another few to enjoying the spoils of Mutanda's rich surrounds.
Be aware that gorilla trekking must be arranged well in advance (we're talking several months to a year).
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Mutanda Lake Resort can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Uganda trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Uganda trips featuring Mutanda Lake Resort or get advice and suggestions from one of our Uganda specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Mutanda Lake Resort start from around $130, or US$130, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
A tangle of lush green vines, this magical forest is the country’s top gorilla trekking destination.
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