Mutanda Lake Resort
Nestled on a picturesque peninsula of Lake Mutanda – one of the most beautiful lakes in Uganda, Mutanda Lake Resort is a charming little lodge providing an enchanting escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. This charming loge also serves as an excellent base for gorilla trekking in the south of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and exploring several attractions around this misty lake.
Mutanda Lake Resort is surrounded by majestic Virunga Mountains offering dreamy views of the massif and excellent tropical weather, making it the perfect destination for a relaxing getaway. Guests can enjoy the tranquility and unspoiled beauty of the lake as far as eyes can see, with sunset evenings at the lakeside being a highlight of the stay. Waters of Lake Mutanda are clean, and guests can jump into the calm waters from the private pier.
The most charming feature at Mutanda Lake Resort is the deck overlooking the beautiful Lake Mutanda, where all meals are served with the sunrise over the mountains and sunset over the tranquil lake. the Swiss –like main area with an African finish and brick-worm fireplace is a magnet to visitors. The chef serves fresh vegetables from the property’s home garden to complement his wonderfully selected menu.
Guests can even have their meals served in the privacy of their stone cottages.
Mutanda Lake Resort is a perfect base for gorilla trekking in Bwindi’s Rushaga Sector and Nkuringo Sector as well as Mgahinga Gorilla National Park which is just a 1.5 hour drive away. This beautiful place offers a mystical nature getaway perfect for rejuvenation and relaxation.
Accommodation at Mutanda Lake Resort
Mutanda Lake Resort offers guests 13 beautiful crafted cottage rooms with ensuite bathrooms spread across the picturesque peninsula facing the lake. Each room is adorned with African style, décor, and ambiance, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The cottage’s sitting area showcases magnificent views of the Kigezi Highlands.
The rooms are spacious and are categorized as either luxury or standard, and guests can book a room as a single occupant, double occupant, or family. When you book a guest room at Mutanda Lake Resort, expect to find all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. The rooms are fitted with comfortable beds, high quality linens, and towels, ensuring a restful night’s sleep.
The en-suite bathrooms are equipped with modern facilities, including hot showers and flushing toilets. And the outside sitting area boasts the perfect spot to enjoy the breathtaking views of the lake and the surrounding highlands.
Room amenities at Mutanda Lake Resort
- 24-Hours Electricity
- Laundry Services
- En-suite bathrooms
- Local transfers
- Laundry Services
- Private deck/veranda
- Wi-Fi in main area
- Room service

Mutanda Lake Resort
Activities to Do at Mutanda Lake Resort
- Nature Walk with a Guide – This experience starts with a 30 minute boat / canoe ride, then walk along the swamp and up the hills. A beautiful nature walk with amazing views over Lake Mutanda. The tour takes about 3 hours.
- Mukozi Community Walk with guide – After a short boat/canoe ride with a visit to the punishment island, here you visit the community with locations like (depending on the day of the week) the craft maker, medicine man, the local school and/ or church. Takes about 2-3 hours.
- Lake Mulehe Hike with guide – Fully explore the surroundings of Lake Mulehe, you will start your tour by boat/canoe followed by a beautiful hike. Enjoy views of both Lake Mutanda and Lake Mulehe, meet the local people, fishermen, a medicine man and have a local Ugandan lunch along the way. The hike is partly uphill but not extremely tough. A great hike and a perfect combination of being active and really experiencing the surrounding of Lake Mutanda. The tour takes about 6 hours in total.
- Mutanda Island trip with guide – Combine a beautiful boat or canoe tour on the lake with a visit to the only habituated island. Meet the Abagesera people, visit their school and church, interact with the children and explore the island.
- Lake Mutanda Boat Tour – Explore the beautiful Lake Mutanda, either by motorboat or canoe, with a captain and guide, and experience the silence and beauty of Lake Mutanda and its surroundings. The tour can be booked for 1 or 2 hours. During the boat tour, the guide will also tell you a lot about the area, some background of the communities, the birds and the otters among others. Motorboat tour and Canoe tours last for 2 hours.
- Early birding tour – This experience starts at 06:45 am by motorboat and foot with birding guide, it takes 2 hours.
- Water sports – Mutanda Lake Resorts offers a wide range of watersports including Kayak, Stand Up Paddling and Sailing Boat.
