Ichumbi Hotel is one of the luxury hotels along Mutolele Road in Kisoro District. It is suitable for both luxury and medium budget travelers who want a comfortable stay during their gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga National Parks.
The name Ichumbi comes from the local Rufumbira dialect and means a cool, comfortable room. This reflects the high level of comfort and relaxation the hotel offers its guests.
Ichumbi Hotel provides cozy, neat, and private rooms. They are grouped into single, double, twin, deluxe, and family rooms. The rooms are suitable for all types of guests, whether on business trips or gorilla trekking adventures. Room amenities include clean bedding, beds, tiled floors, mosquito nets, en suite bathrooms, hot and cold showers, bathtubs, bed side lamps, and free toiletries.
Facilities and Services at Ichumbi Hotel Kisoro
- There is a large conference room for meetings.
- There is a swimming pool where guests can cool off on a hot day.
- The lodge has friendly and hospitable staff.
- The lodge offers a spa and health club.
- There is free parking space for all guests.
- The lodge offers free WiFi for guests to stay connected with their loved ones.
- The lodge has a spacious restaurant that serves both local and international meals prepared by well trained chefs.
- There is also a fully stocked bar with all types of drinks.
While at Ichumbi Hotel, visitors can take part in different activities in Bwindi and Mgahinga.
Gorilla trekking is the main activity for tourists. It involves searching for mountain gorillas in the wild and can take 30 minutes to 6 hours depending on where the gorillas are located.
Another activity is the forest and nature walk, which gives tourists a chance to experience nature in a simple and peaceful way. They may see colobus monkeys, birds, and even elephants along the forest trails.
Birding is another popular activity in Bwindi and Mgahinga. Tourists can spot over 600 bird species including the white necked raven, black kite, paradise flycatcher, and double collared sunbird.
Ichumbi Hotel Kisoro is a home away from home, offering comfort and relaxation to all types of visitors.

