Celebrate World Gorilla Day with a once-in-a-lifetime journey into one of Africa’s most important conservation landscapes, where unforgettable gorilla encounters meet responsible luxury.
World Gorilla Day is celebrated annually on 24 September, raising awareness of gorillas, the threats they face and the importance of protecting their natural habitats. Perched on a forested ridge just above Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Silverback Lodge offers rare, front-row access to one of the world’s most profound wildlife encounters: coming face-to-face with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
Following its relaunch in 2025, Silverback Lodge invites guests to slow down, reconnect with nature and experience Uganda’s most iconic and endangered wildlife in comfort and calm. Located in the Buhoma sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in south-western Uganda, the lodge sits within one of the world’s most important conservation areas, home to approximately half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Its outstanding location, just moments from the Buhoma trailhead, makes it the ideal base for gorilla trekking, while offering sweeping views across the ancient rainforest canopy and rolling mist-covered hills.
Guests can set off directly from the lodge to begin their trekking adventure with ease. Accompanied by expert local guides and experienced trackers, small groups journey through dense rainforest in search of one of the park’s habituated gorilla families. Every trek is unique, and the intimate, and unforgettable time spent observing these remarkable animals in their natural habitat makes it a truly once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experience. Strictly regulated permits and visitor numbers ensure every encounter prioritises the welfare of the gorillas while helping to safeguard the future of this endangered species.
While gorilla trekking is the defining experience at Silverback Lodge, Bwindi offers countless opportunities to immerse yourself in one of Africa’s richest ecosystems. Guests can enjoy guided forest walks, birdwatching excursions, butterfly and primate spotting, and nature hikes through the ancient rainforest. Home to more than 100 mammal species and over 350 bird species, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is internationally recognised for its extraordinary biodiversity and is a paradise for wildlife lovers and birding enthusiasts alike. Operating within this protected landscape, Silverback Lodge is deeply committed to responsible tourism and conservation. By supporting local communities and conservation initiatives, the lodge helps ensure tourism contributes positively to the long-term protection of Bwindi’s unique ecosystem and the resident wildlife.
After a day spent immersed in the mountain gorillas’ natural habitat, guests can retreat to the lodge’s ‘Wellnest Spa’, where a deeply restorative approach to wellbeing is inspired by the surrounding forest and the natural rhythms of Bwindi. Grounded in the belief that true restoration begins outdoors, the Wellnest Spa offers treatments designed to ease tired muscles after gorilla trekking, forest walks and travel, allowing guests to unwind, reconnect with nature and reflect on one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife experiences.
Silverback lead-in rates start from USD 2,100 per room per night (based on two adults sharing) in low season and from USD 3,360 per room per night in high season, on a full-board, all-inclusive basis. *Excludes gorilla permits, park fees, activities and spa.
For more information please visit: www.silverbacklodge.com
