Perched on a Lake Mutanda peninsula in the shadow of the Virunga Mountains, the resort offers comfortable accommodation combined with the most beautiful views on planet earth. It is a perfect base for gorilla trackers, lake loungers, volcano hikers, bird lovers as well as those looking for a mystical place in nature.
Mutanda Lake Resort is situated on a peninsula in the spectacular Lake Mutanda, between the town of Kisoro and the national parks of Mgahinga and Bwindi. The property boasts amazing views over the lake as far as the Virunga Mountains! Mutanda offers accommodation to suit most types of traveler, as it provides single, double, twin, triple, and family rooms. It is perfect for tourists visiting Uganda for gorilla trekking safaris to enjoy a great mix of activities, all from a comfortable base!
The property is usually accessed via road transfer from Kisoro, a scenic route of approximately 45 minutes. It is a couple of hours’ drive from Kabale, and three-and-a-half hours by road from Kigali in Rwanda. The location of the resort, among trees overlooking the lake, is breathtakingly beautiful! The communal lodge has the look of a Swiss chalet, but the interiors have a distinctly African feel. Both the restaurant and the bar have a homely ambience, with lovely views across the water. There is also a deck, where you can get even closer to the scenery! In total, the resort’s grounds cover almost 1,500 hectares, so there is plenty of room for relaxing in between activities.
Each of the 13 guest cottages has superb views too! These are positioned on wooden platforms, offering panoramic vistas from a private veranda. You can opt for a single, double, twin, triple, or family room. All beds are very comfy, and additional features include bedside tables and lighting, ample storage space, mosquito nets, and, through an archway, an en-suite bathroom. The décor throughout incorporates African artefacts, such as sculptures and coloured bowls.
The main activity available from Mutanda Lake Resort is tracking gorillas! Guests travel to Bwindi Impenetrable N.P. just an hour’s drive away, to begin the adventure. Presently the park occupies 321 square kilometres of hills cloaked in dense forest and intersected by a series of streams. The area is home to 320 mountain gorillas, including 11 habituated groups that can be tracked by visitors. The experience of observing the gorillas in their territory is very memorable indeed! Tracking golden monkeys, in Mgahinga N.P. is just as enthralling, and the resort offers a wide range of other activities. You can take boat trips to the islands of Kyangushu and Mutanda, to meet local villagers and to enjoy a bit of walking. For more serious hikers, there is the Batwa trail through mountain woodland to the Garama Cave, a landmark steeped in history. You can also hike in Sabyinyo Gorge and, if you are feeling particularly energetic, climb mounts Sabyinyo and Muhavura!
All activities are led by experienced guides, ensuring you get the very best experiences during your time here! Staff members at the resort are happy to provide any additional information, and the resort itself really does offer a very comfortable base camp. Your stay is booked on a B&B, half-board, or full-board basis. The hearty breakfast buffet will set you up for the day ahead, while lunches are available à la carte or packed as a picnic and a three-course dinner is served every evening. Guests have access to complimentary Wi-Fi in the restaurant, and a laundry service is provided if you stay two or more consecutive nights. Pick-ups may be arranged from Kabale, Kisoro, and Kigali, and help with sorting out your gorilla permits is also available.
In a superb location, plonked directly on the lake, this relaxed Dutch-owned resort has luxury tents raised on wooden platforms with lovely porches and polished wooden floorboards. It’s within striking distance of gorillas at Nkuringo, Ruhija and Mgahinga. Mutanda Lake Resort enjoys a stupendous southerly outlook! You could cross continents without finding a panorama to compare with the view across these peaceful, island-studded waters towards the Virunga Mountains.
When you arrive at Mutanda Lake Resort it’s like you have entered a different world! The view of the lake with the volcanoes is breath-taking and the hospitality at the resort is second to none. Swimming in the lake is one of the favourite things to do and the cozy restaurant is a great place to go warm up with a nice drink. The food is terrific and staffs are friendly.
