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Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp – reviews, photos

Gorilla Territory, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
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Seattle, Washington
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Great service and food”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

This permanent tented lodge is commensurate with the experience f being in Africa. The experience of trekking for gorillas just blends nicely into the adventurous feel of luxurious tent lodging. These permanent tents have electricity and plumbing .. A claw foot soakingbtub is a delight and the shower which opens up to the trees outside adds to the agicsl feeling af adventure. The cost includes beer and wine and the open air dining area with evening fires is perfect for recounting the days events. Warren a local, one of only 2 or 3 people who play the African harp played and sang for us each evening. What a mesmerizingly wonderful piece of history and culture!! The food was great and the hot tea or coffee brought to you as awake up call each morning was a nice touch! Easy to walk to the park entrance and into the central shopping area. The staff was wonderful and laundry is included as well.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Mondsee
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Wonderful lodge”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012

This is the perfect lodge for gorilla trekking in Buhoma. The staff is very friendly and care taking. We had a great time together with our 3 juniors! The chalets are huge and very clean. Its good time to relax after the trekkings.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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London, England, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“A perfect location for relaxation after the trekking!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012
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The team at the SGFC were amazing and very friendly. Upon arrival the team showed us to our beautiful lodge which was very luxurious incorporating your own private bathroom, bedroom and balcony. We spent two days with two different gorilla groups and found the experience truly amazing. The SGFC is located within walking distance of the majority of the start of the treks which is very helpful.

The food at SGFC is of high quality; especially given you're in the forest!! Our group had some picky eaters but the chefs were very good in making sure we were all happy with our food.

The team also have their own in-house spa (they offer massages in your room which are ok) and plan (according to the staff) to open their own spa building.

We would highly recommend staying at SGFC to our friends and family because of the staff being so friendly and knowledgeable; the facilities being to a high quality given you are in a forest, and the location of the lodge.

Room Tip: Spend at least two days with the gorillas and with different groups. We had two very different exper...
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Shrewsbury New Jersey
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Ian saves the day”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 December 2011
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I was in Uganda with the Africa Wildlife Foundation and had just gotten back from a fantastic nine hour gorilla trek in Bwindi . After dinner I started feeling sick , a probable adverse reaction to Malerone, and by morning I could hardly walk. I was out of it for two days afterwhich I realized I had left my wallet in my unlocked room safe at the lodge . We contacted Ian ,we were now more than 200 km away in Ruanda, he found my wallet where I left it and somehow arranged to get it to the border where my driver Sula picked it up with all cards and monies intact. Aside from the beautiful accommodations and great food I found a real generosity of spirit and kindness at Gorilla Forest Camp among the entire staff. Dr. Rick Yacowitz

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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sussex
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“A wonderful lodge”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 September 2011

This lodge is excellent, the staff are so helpful & kind.
After arriving back from a long 14 hour day, trekking the gorillas, our soaking wet boots & clothes were taken from us & arrived back the next evening, cleaned & dry.
The hot bath was a real treat that evening.
Nothing was too much trouble & we were made to feel really welcome.
A bonus was the appearance of two gorillas at the entrance to the camp the next morning!
Thankyou Gorilla Forest Camp we definetly recommend you.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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