Volcanoes Kyambura Lodge

Located on an old coffee plantation, Kyambura is one of Uganda’s most impressive builds and offers some of the country’s top accommodations.

The Volcanoes Kyambura Lodge is the newest and most indulgent property in the Volcanoes portfolio. Located a few miles from the entrance to the Queen Elizabeth National Park and with views of the Kyambura Gorge, the lodge’s main building is a converted coffee-processing plant. The entire property is decorated with reclaimed materials, many of which came from the original plant, creating a funky mix of colors, textures and patterns. Much like the other Volcanoes properties, the heart of the lodge is the main building, with its large interior space as well as its multiple outdoor areas complete with dining tables and comfortable lounge chairs. At the back of the main building, there is a pool and changing area where guests can spend the afternoons between game drives and treks into the gorge.

The rooms at Kyambura (the largest of any of the Volcanoes properties) are extremely spacious. The individual structures are made of stone, wood and reused tin for the roofs, and each has a unique color theme and layout, with private terraces overlooking the park. Bathrooms all have double sinks and windows are located along the back of the building so every single nook comes with a view. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable and will happily accompany guests on a visit to the community coffee plant (which is in part funded by Volcanoes). They can also take you on walks around the property, creating a wonderful opportunity for guests to ask questions and learn about the area.

Visitors who want to experience more than just gorilla trekking while in Rwanda and Uganda will love the opportunity to visit the more northern parts of the country. Guests get to experience game drives on land, water drives on the Kazinga Channel, as well as trekking throughout the gorge.