Relaunched in 2025, Silverback Lodge sits on a forested ridge above Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, offering rare, front-row access to one of the world’s most profound wildlife encounters – mountain gorilla trekking.
The redesigned lodge, operated by Marasa Africa, represents the group’s first project in reimagining African safari accommodation for a new generation of travellers. Blending modern design with an authentic sense of place, the lodge introduces a modern expression of African identity that resonates with guests seeking both cultural depth and refined aesthetics. This transformation signals the beginning of a broader evolution across the portfolio, with further renovations underway.
Silverback Lodge was designed by South African practice HesseKleinloog in collaboration with STUDIO Jana + Koos. Spanning 3000 square metres, the property comprises a 450 square metre main lodge, a 150 square metre ‘Wellnest’ spa and gym and 12 guestrooms (‘nests’) each measuring 47 square metres.
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