Mucha Riverside Lodge is located along Mutanda Road in Kisoro District, southwestern Uganda, and serves as a gateway to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park for gorilla trekking.
The lodge, constructed in 2017, is named after River Mucha, which flows from Lake Mulehe into Lake Mutanda.
Mucha Riverside Lodge is a conservancy hosting over 30 bird species, making it one of the top spots for bird watchers in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
The lodge is designed to cater to all guests, providing tranquility and comfort for memorable tourism experiences.
The lodge features 10 luxurious rooms designed in a Western style, with all necessary modern amenities, offering views of River Mucha and the Bwindi Forest.
Rooms at the Lodge
Single Rooms
Elegant rooms with one queen bed, spacious and equipped with modern facilities.
Room amenities: Bed, clean bedding, mosquito nets, bedside lamps, chairs, table, tiled floor, ceiling, blackout curtains, en-suite bathroom, bathrobes, flush toilet, slippers, WiFi, toiletries, bathtub, hot and cold showers, light bulbs, clothes rack, towels, and more.
Cost: USD 70 per night
Double/Twin Rooms
Double/twin rooms feature two beds and are well-furnished for guest comfort.
Room amenities: Bed, clean bedding, mosquito nets, bedside lamps, chairs, table, tiled floor, ceiling, blackout curtains, en-suite bathroom, bathrobes, flush toilet, slippers, WiFi, toiletries, bathtub, hot and cold showers, light bulbs, clothes rack, towels, and more.
Cost: USD 140 per person per night
Family/Triple Rooms
Spacious family rooms with three beds, accommodating families or groups.
Room amenities: Bed, clean bedding, mosquito nets, bedside lamps, chairs, table, tiled floor, ceiling, blackout curtains, en-suite bathroom, bathrobes, flush toilet, slippers, WiFi, toiletries, bathtub, hot and cold showers, light bulbs, clothes rack, towels, and more.
Cost: USD 210 per night
Services and Facilities at the Lodge
- Free parking for tourists
- Spacious restaurant serving local and international cuisines
- Room service
- Laundry services
- Well-trained staff
- Housekeeping services
- 24-hour security for guest safety
- Well-stocked bar offering both soft and hard drinks
Activities
- Gorilla trekking
- Mountain climbing
- Golden monkey trekking
- Birdwatching
- Nature walks
- Community walks
- Traditional performances
How to Access the Lodge
Tourists can travel by car from Kampala or Entebbe via the Kampala-Kisoro highway, then follow Mutanda Road to the lodge.
Daily flights are also available from Entebbe International Airport or Kajjansi Airfield to Kisoro Airstrip, with transfers to the lodge by car.
In conclusion, Mucha Riverside Lodge is an oasis for tourists to enjoy their activities in Bwindi.
