ASILIA EXPANDS INTO UGANDA

Asilia Africa’s new Erebero Hills lodge

Asilia Africa, a pioneer in nature-positive travel, is proud to announce a new initiative in East Africa aimed at preserving one of the world’s most critical and biodiverse ecosystems— the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda.

For over 20 years, Asilia Africa has been at the forefront of protecting and restoring vital natural landscapes while improving the livelihoods of the communities that depend on them. Asilia’s latest project marks a significant expansion of Asilia’s East African footprint, adding an incredible guest experience while benefitting local communities.

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is home to over half of the world’s mountain gorilla population, and Asilia Africa’s new Erebero Hills lodge combines sustainable luxury with the thrill of observing one of the world’s most endangered species in their natural habitat. Erebero Hills is planned to open officially in early 2026.

Erebero Hills, meaning “a place where you can see far” will be nestled in forty-five acres of reforested land and set on the northern fringe of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The lodge is being constructed primarily from bamboo, a renewable resource that is locally sourced, supporting sustainable bamboo plantations in the region. Designed in collaboration with Pablo Luna Studios in Bali, the lodge’s architecture will harmonize with the natural landscape, drawing inspiration from the organic shapes of leaves and the contours of the surrounding hills. Erebero Hills is the ideal haven for venturing into the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest where guests can enjoy sweeping forest views while relaxing to the sounds of the forest. The new lodge aims to elevate the guest experience to a new standard befitting the best of Asilia Africa’s offerings in Kenya and Tanzania.

The forest also holds deep cultural significance as the ancestral land of the Batwa People, with a rich heritage and connection to Bwindi. Asilia Africa is committed to establishing a new reforested buffer zone around the existing national park to further support wildlife, help preserve the Batwa cultural heritage, and develop new sustainable and economic livelihoods for local Bakiga communities. 25,000 indigenous trees are already being planted.

The vision for Erebero Hills is to restore large tracts of indigenous vegetation, allowing the forest to reclaim the hills and to create lasting economic opportunities for local communities.

Asilia Africa has also launched our full-service DMC (Destination Management Company) in Uganda and Rwanda. This expansion allows the group to extend the impact-driven approach across more of East Africa.

Bookings now open

While Erebero Hills officially opens in early 2026, enquiries are now open for the inaugural season. Early reservations are encouraged. For more information, please visit Asilia Africa or email [email protected]

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