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Travellers Rest Hotel Overview

The 
Travellers Rest Hotel
 is a historic, colonial-style lodge located in Kisoro, Uganda, serving as a strategic base for gorilla trekking in both Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (approx. 14km away) and the southern sectors of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Famous for being the "second home" of primatologist Dian Fossey in the 1960s, the hotel offers a blend of history and comfort with views of the Virunga volcanoes.
 
Historical Significance
  • Dian Fossey’s Legacy: Built in 1955 by Walter Baumgärtel, the "father of gorilla tourism," the hotel became a global hub for researchers like Dian Fossey and George Schaller.
  • Architecture: The property maintains its original colonial charm, featuring a lounge with a large fireplace, Congolese art, and a tranquil courtyard garden.
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