Ruhija Gorilla Guest House - Kabale

Family-run mountain guesthouse, 10 minutes from the gorilla trekking meeting point

Accommodations & Rooms

Ruhija Gorilla Guest House has twin rooms and single rooms, some with shared bathroom and some with private bathroom. The guest house offers family rooms with mountain views and a seating area. Allergy-free rooms are available, and each room has a mosquito net on the bed.

Dining & Food

The on-site restaurant serves a kid-friendly buffet, special diet menus, and packed lunches. Guests can order room service, breakfast in the room, or use the bar and snack bar. The guest house also offers BBQ facilities, an outdoor fireplace, and fruits available on request.

Services & Activities

The property has a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a tour desk that can arrange gorilla and chimpanzee permits. Staff organize entertainment, live music, walking tours, and bike tours. Guests can use the shared lounge/TV area, the outdoor furniture, and request an airport or shuttle service.

Location & Access

Ruhija Gorilla Guest House sits in Kabale, a very short walk from the Ruhija center and about 10 minutes from the gorilla trekking meeting point. The hotel is 39 miles from Kihihi Airstrip and offers car hire and shuttle services for transport. The property is near the Gorilla Trail and Lake Bunyonyi, and hiking activities are available.

Family & Pet Policies

The guest house has family rooms, a babysitting/child services option, and a kid-friendly buffet for children. Pets are allowed at the property. The hotel also has a designated smoking area and non-smoking rooms for guests.

• Location: 10 min from gorilla trekking meeting point, short walk to Ruhija center
• Rooms: Single, twin, family rooms with mountain views; private or shared bathrooms
• Dining: On-site restaurant, BBQ facilities, packed lunches, special diet menus
• Services: Tour desk, gorilla/chimp permit booking, airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk
• Activities: Live music, walking tours, bike tours, hiking