Singita is award-winning luxury African wildlife safari lodges and camps situated in remote locations, complete privacy and with luxury intuitive service at every turn in Southern and East Africa. Each unique setting allows guests to truly connect with nature, and experience Africa’s most pristine wildlife and wilderness up close. Singita lodges and camps are found in 4 countries and that is South Africa, Zimbabwe, Tanzania and Rwanda.

Rwanda by rebranding as a new luxury destination in East Africa, has attracted the Singita lodges and camps in the Volcanoes National Park where it has set up a super natural eco-friendly luxury facilities (Kwitonda Lodge and Kataza House) to purely offer the 05-star luxury gorilla trek to the luxury travelers visiting Rwanda.

Singita is resolved in its commitment to preserve and protect Africa’s wilderness for future generations and since opening its first property Singita Ebony Lodge – in 1993, sustainability, environmentally conscious hospitality and the empowerment of local communities have been cornerstones of this enduring 100-year purpose.

Destinations include

1. Volcanoes National Park Rwanda

Set right on the edge of Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, where more than a third of the world’s remaining mountain gorilla’s call home. Singita Volcanoes National Park provides a nurturing environment from where to appreciate life-changing encounters with the gorillas. Sharing a 1.2km border with the Park, the lodge and villa are the only offerings in such close proximity to the natural habitat of the ‘gentle giants of the forest’ and the Park’s headquarters, where treks

The Remarkable Rwanda, this tiny country in the heart of the continent offers a range of other attractions too, and un-spoilt forests, lush meadows, picture-perfect lakes and the vibrant streets of the capital Kigali all contribute to the increasing demand for Rwanda on East African itineraries.

Lodge in Volcanoes National Park

1. Singita Kwitonda Lodge

Singita Kwitonda Lodge is set in Rwanda’s northwestern reaches, right on the edge of Volcanoes National Park, Singita Kwitonda Lodge’s exception position puts life-changing gorilla-trekking experiences within easy reach.

The Singita Kwitonda Lodge was named after a legendary silver back gorilla, is located on 178 acres and shares a 1.2km border with Volcanoes National Park. This is the only lodge within such close proximity of the park.

Each of the eight luxurious suites features a private heated plunge pool, wellness treatment area, in- and outdoor fireplaces and large timber-framed windows that welcome breathtaking scenery and volcano views inside.

Elements like woven ceilings and hand-fired terracotta brickwork crafted by local artisans highlight the authentic East African appeal of this remarkable lodge. Further raising the bar on sustainable luxury ecotourism, Kwitonda’s farm-to-table food journey celebrates Rwandese cuisine and fresh produce from the on-site garden.

What to see and do at the lodge

• Gorilla Trekking
• Golden Monkey Trekking
• Farm to table garden
• Akarabo Nursery
• Hiking and Walking
• Wellness
• Yoga
• Cycling
• community visit
• Kigali City Tour
• For families
• Wine experience
• Conservation Room
• The Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
• Singita Community Culinary School
• Boutique and Gallery
• Walking and Running Trail
• Pottery
• Bird watching

Accommodation at Singita Kwitonda Lodge includes:

• Accommodation
• All meals and beverages (including premium wines, spirits and liqueurs)
• Laundry service
• Wi-Fi access where applicable

Excludes:

• Tourism Development Levy
• Purchases from the Singita Boutique & Gallery
• Massage treatments
• Any day trips or transfers to and from Singita Volcanoes National Park
• Any transfers to and from the lodge
• Any additional activities not mentioned above
• Permits for gorilla-trekking, golden monkey treks, or any other activities not mentioned above (rates are subject to change)

Festive Season

Arrivals & departures for guests traveling during festive season; no arrivals and departures on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day at Singita Lodges.

2. Singita Kataza House

Set right on the edge of Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, Singita Kataza House puts gorilla-trekking experiences within easy reach. This complete-use villa is located less than ten minutes from the Park’s headquarters, providing families or friends with nurturing spaces in which to appreciate the transformative experience of meeting ‘the mighty creatures of the forest’.

Surrounded by the imposing Virunga Mountains in Rwanda, Kataza House offers a journey of locating that ultimately provides inner restoration and a much-needed sense of calm.

With its unique natural setting, the villa’s two heated plunge pools, in- and outdoor fireplaces and large timber-framed windows that welcome the breathtaking scenery inside ensure a guest experience unlike any other. The work of local stone masons, weavers and ceramicists are central in its décor and design, and elements like woven ceilings and hand-fired terracotta brickwork add to the contemporary African appeal.

Comprising two spacious suites, a junior master suite and a lavish master suite, the villa also includes a two-bedroom staff residence, wine cellar, fitness center, cinema, massage treatment room, interactive kitchen and fire pit. Kataza House offers a full staff complement and a farm-to-table food journey that celebrates Rwandese cuisine and fresh produce from the on-site garden.

All facilities and amenities at the adjacent Singita Kwitonda Lodge are at guests’ disposal, providing the convenience of a hotel without any infringement on solitude. Singita Kataza House raises the bar on environmentally conscious hospitality and exceeds all expectation of modern travelers looking for transformative, purpose-driven experiences.

The villa sleeps eight people in four bedrooms and amenities include:

• Full staff complement, including a private chef and host
• Indoor baths; indoor and outdoor showers
• Interactive open-plan kitchen
• Open living and dining spaces
• Indoor and outdoor fireplaces
• Cinema room
• Fitness center
• Small wine cellar
• Singita Boutique & Gallery store
• Larger heated pool and smaller heated pool off master bedroom
• Massage treatment room (guests can also enjoy in-room treatments)
• On-site Akarabo Nursery and farm-to-table garden
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Children of all ages are welcome at the villa, but please note that the minimum age for gorilla trekking is 15
• Access to all facilities and amenities at Singita Kwitonda Lodge

3. Grumeti Tanzania

Singita Grumeti, situated adjacent to the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, is an integral part of the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem, the home of the Great Migration.

The reserve was created by the Tanzanian government in 1994 in order to protect the path of the annual wildebeest migration and the indigenous biodiversity of this vast and important ecosystem.

The wildebeest migration usually passes through Serengeti’s   Western Corridor and the contiguous Grumeti Game Reserve, sometime between late May and early July. While the crossing of the Grumeti River may not rival that of that Mara River further north, it’s still one of the migration’s great spectacles.

Lodges in Grumeti

4. Serengeti House

This house is set on the gentle slopes of Sasakwa Hill, this spacious sanctuary represents casual, carefree living in one of the continent’s most iconic settings. Showing off endless views of the vast Serengeti plains as well as the nearby waterhole where game regularly gather to drink, this modern African home includes a 25-metre rim-flow pool, expansive outdoor dining decks and fire pit ensuring continuous engagements with the wilderness.

The villa’s four boldly proportioned guest suites each with serene bathrooms, outdoor showers and private terraces embody refined luxury underpinned by contemporary comfort, and this expansive property also includes an eat-in family kitchen, media room, fully-equipped fitness center, tented massage treatment suite and tennis pavilion.

Amenities

There are up to 8 guests can feel at home at Serengeti House, with 2 suites in the main house and 2 garden suites; and daily onsite staff and management.

• There is a 25m infinity swimming pool in front of the main house
• A private tennis court and pavilion
• A tented wellness suite
• A full new fitness center adjacent to the extended outdoor salsa
• The Singita Boutique and Gallery at nearby Singita Sasakwa Lodge
• Each suite has a television
• Dependent upon area coverage, there is mobile phone signal
• There is complimentary internet (Wi-Fi) access, however due to the remote location of the lodge, the wireless connection can be slow and intermittent.
• Electricity/power available: 220V. Converters are also available and hair dryers are supplied in each suite
• Children of all ages are welcome. There are baby-sitting services available and tailor-made activities to suit each family. Children’s participation in game activities is at the discretion of your guide
• Please note that there are no Kosher or Halal facilities available at Singita Serengeti House Tour our Guest Suites

What to see and do at Serengeti House

• Anti-poaching observation post visit
• Game Drives
• Farm to table garden
• Akarabo Nursery
• Wellness
• Yoga
• Community visit
• For families
• Wine experience
• Tennis
• Boutique and Gallery
• Bird watching
• Swimming pool

5. Sabora Tented Camp

Marking the perfect balance between the spirit of classic tented safaris and timeless modernity, Singita Sabora Tented Camp is located right on the Serengeti plains, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the camp’s unrivalled setting and maximizing the thrill of sleeping under canvas.

A destination perfect for travelers yearning for an African safari infused with the continent’s contemporary energy and enveloped in unrivalled levels of comfort. It features mindfully created interiors with a rich combination of textures, forward-thinking and functional aesthetics, and a modern interpretation of the quintessential elements of a romantic luxury tented safari in Tanzania Rwanda.

In the main lodge, a unique “Guest Deli” boasts wicker baskets and fridges filled with gourmet bites, from which guests can select treats to enjoy in their suites. There’s a separate pool area, two intimate dining rooms and an open-plan bar and lounge all adding to Sabora’s understated look, which emphasizes tailored luxury.

Offering superb game-viewing opportunities all year round, the camp is also set on the Great Wildebeest Migration route; and guided game walks on foot further enhance experiencing the Serengeti plains up close.

Featuring nine tented suites set close to the ground, the camp echoes the earthy colour palette of the bush, while modern interpretations of campaign furniture evoke the romance of East African adventures. Each immaculate suite offers thrilling views, a meditation deck, a private fitness area and a secluded outdoor salsa with daybeds and scatter cushions from where to marvel at the wildlife passing by. They also boast a beautifully curated kitchenette and dining area.

Amenities

• There is a swimming pool in the main camp area
• Wellness and fitness center facilities are available
• The Singita Boutique & Gallery
• There is a television in the lounge tent of the camp
• Dependent upon area coverage, there is mobile phone signal
• There is complimentary internet (Wi-Fi) access, however due to the remote location of the lodge, the wireless connection can be slow and intermittent
• Electricity/power available: 220V. Converters are also available and hair dryers are supplied in each tent
• Children aged 10 and over are welcome. All normal safari activities are tailor-made to suit each family. However, in the interest of safety, the participation of children in game activities is at the discretion of your guide
• Halal food is available – please book in advance

6. Faru Faru Lodge

Set in front of a busy waterhole alongside the Grumeti River in the heart of the Serengeti, Singita Faru Faru Lodge invites continuous connections with its breathtaking surrounds. Singita Faru Faru’s relaxed approach to luxury forms a golden thread throughout this easy-going lodge in the heart of the Serengeti.

Its contemporary African decor and design and close-up views of a busy waterhole alongside the Grumeti River invite continuous connections with nature, while vast outdoor decks, an interactive kitchen and multiple airy enclaves for dining and drinks add personality to every culinary moment.

The cafe-style bar at the heart of the lodge hums with a subtle sparkle that spills over to the pool area and fire pit, making for magical evenings under starlit skies. Inspiring a profound sense of well being, undiluted natural light and breathtaking views over the river and savanna plains flow seamlessly into Faru Faru’s airy bedroom suites, where every creature comfort is catered for with intuitive ease. A pale-on-pale colour palette is beautifully offset by the soothing hues of winter grasses and pink river clay, while wide, oversized windows open up to welcome the natural surrounds inside.

Accommodation and Amenities

Singita Faru Faru Lodge is a mix of contemporary, organic style and the quirky practicality of a traditional botanist’s camp.

Suites

• 7 x 1-bedroom suites.
• 1 x family suite (2 adults and 2 children).
• 1 x 2-bedroom suite (4 adults) with a private pool.

 Amenities

• There are two swimming pools in the main lodge area.
• Wellness and fitness center facilities are available.
• Singita Boutique & Gallery.
• There is a television in the lounge.
• This area does not have mobile phone signal.
• There is complimentary internet (Wi-Fi) access, however due to the remote location of the lodge, the wireless connection can be slow and intermittent.
• Electricity/power available: 220V. Converters are also available and hair dryers are supplied in each suite.
• Children of all ages are welcome. There are babysitting services available and tailor-made activities to suit each family.
• In the interest of safety participation of children in game activities is at the discretion of your guide.
• Halal food is available – please book in advance.

7. Sasakwa Lodge

This luxury lodge is built in the style of a stately Edwardian manor house and featuring a light and airy atmosphere, Singita Sasakwa Luxury Lodge offers panoramic views, a sense of immense freedom, and stillness.

The lodge’s grand entrance leads to elegant rooms of generous proportions, wide wraparound verandas and rolling lawns. The traditional glamour of Venetian mirrors, cut-glass crystal, silver candelabras and antiques are combined with animal hides, local artefacts and tribal cushions.

The lodge has nine cottages with one, two or three bedrooms, all with private infinity pools, and also a four-bedroom villa. From elegant afternoon teas on the veranda to wine-paired dinners on the lawn, every experience is memorable and overflowing with special details. A spa, gym and tennis courts provide a multitude of activities in between game drives.

Accommodation and Amenities

A sense of grandeur is woven throughout the turn-of-the-century manor house and private cottages through a blend of authentic European style and East African influences.

Cottages

• 6 x 1-bedroom cottages, each with a private plunge pool
• 2 x 2-bedroom cottages, each with a private plunge pool
• 1 x 3-bedroom cottage with a private plunge pool
• 1 x 4-bedroom cottage with a private plunge pool

Hillside Suite

1 x 1-bedroom dual-level Suite with a private swimming pool (Includes dedicated butler and private game drive vehicle and Field Guide).

Amenities

• There is a swimming pool in the main lodge area.
• A fitness centre with state-of-the-art fitness equipment.
• Pamper treatments available at the spa or in your room.
• Singita Boutique & Gallery store.
• Television in the main area of the lodge.
• Dependent upon area coverage, there is mobile phone signal available.
• There is complimentary internet (Wi-Fi) access, however, due to the remote location of the lodge, the wireless connection can be slow and intermittent.
• Electricity/power available: 220V. Converters are also available and hair dryers are supplied in each suite.
• Children of all ages are welcome. There are babysitting services available and tailor-made activities to suit each family.
• In the interest of safety, children’s participation in game activities is at the discretion of your guide.
• Halal food is available – please book in advance. Tour our Guest Suites

8. Singita Explore

Singita Explore features a complete escape from modern-day distractions, this attested tented offering combines the thrill of camping in the most coveted wilderness settings, without forfeiting any of the comforts and intuitive service inherent to the Singita guest experience.

Set up based on the requirements of each individual booking, Singita Explore offers up to six 1-bedroom custom-designed tents configured to suit the group. Functional luxury touches and campaign-style furniture, durable canvas, leather and chrome elements feature throughout.

The full staff complement includes a private Field Guide, chef and host, ensuring that activities, game drives and mealtimes can be arranged entirely according to guests’ preference. Explore seamlessly embodies the essence of classic safari adventures interpreted with contemporary tastes in mind. Campaign-style furniture and durable canvas, leather and chrome elements echo the textures and tones of the natural surrounds.

This quintessential wilderness offering includes dining under the stars, sleeping under canvas, cooling off in the camp’s inviting plunge pool and a level of closeness to nature that heightens the sights, sounds and smells of the bush. Set in Singita Grumeti, which forms part of the Serengeti Mara ecosystem, the camp provides guests with access to a 350,000-acre concession on the renowned migratory route traversed annually by more than a million wildebeest.

Accommodation and Amenities

A private-use camp on the Serengeti plains, offering six 1-bedroom tents configured to suit each individual group of travelers.

This is an exclusive-use camp so it is pitched and set-up based on the requirements of each booking.

Amenities

• There is a refreshing plunge pool at the camp
• Wellness treatments can be pre – arranged.
• Dependent upon area coverage, there is mobile phone signal.
• Electricity/power available: 240 VAC in the main lounge tent only. This is suitable for charging electronic devices.
• Children of all ages are welcome as this is an exclusive-use experience. Activities are tailored to suit each family. In the interest of safety, children’s participation in game activities is at the discretion of your guide.

9. Milele Luxury Lodge

With the highest levels of personalized service at Milele luxury lodge, a full staff complement and private game vehicles to explore the vast plains of the Serengeti, this remote and ultra-exclusive villa in the heart of the wilderness epitomizes unsurpassed luxury at every turn.

This lodge is perfect for large groups of friends or families, Singita Milele creates elevated opportunities to experience its pristine surroundings in full and this one-of-a-kind property celebrates Africa’s creative energy and excellence with locally sourced style and design elements throughout.

The villa accommodates up to 10 guests in five individually designed suites inspired by the region’s most iconic species. While portraying the raw energy and visual appeal of these magnificent animals, the spacious suites all include large terraces and decks, dressing rooms, outdoor showers and sweeping views of the savannas.

There are multiple outdoor spaces include a Boma, outdoor salsa and an infinity pool with an adjacent Jacuzzi. Two of the suites, as well as Singita Milele’s master suite, also feature private Jacuzzi outside. A traditional Boma, and fire pit ensure enchanted starlit evenings recollecting the adventures of the day.

As a fully immersive stay, the Singita Milele experience encompasses personalized activities exploring the natural wonders on its doorstep, from wellness treatments and a fully equipped fitness centre, to a 10-person movie room.

And with a front-row seat to the Great Migration as well as countless other game-viewing experiences all year round – this breathtaking luxury safari villa is surrounded by 350,000 acres of pristine wilderness in the world-renowned Grumeti Reserve in northern Tanzania. It’s a unique retreat that offers guests exclusive encounters on the annual wildebeest migration route in the Serengeti.

Accommodation and Amenities

Up to 10 guests can be accommodated at Singita Milele, with a spacious master bedroom suite, two other large private suites, including a junior master suite, and a two-bedroom family suite perfect for adults with children.

Amenities

• Dedicated Villa staff including a field guide, chef, butler and housekeeping team
• Spacious interior lounges with fireplaces, dining areas, floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views, sitting areas and writing desks
• Expansive outdoor lounges with external fireplaces, fully stocked bars, dining areas, daybeds, loungers and a pool table
• A beautiful infinity swimming pool overlooking the Serengeti plains and four separate Jacuzzi
• Outdoor salsa
• Boma with covered kitchen for outdoor gatherings
• Indoor and outdoor fireplaces and fire pits
• Fully equipped fitness centre
• 10-person movie room
• A fully stocked wine cellar
• The Boutique & Gallery at the nearby Singita Sasakwa Lodge
• Televisions in each suite
• World class IT throughout the villa to ensure seamless and uninterrupted Wi-Fi connectivity
• Children of all ages are welcome and babysitting services are available
• Tailor-made activities to suit each group or family (children’s participation in game activities is at the discretion of guides)
• Please note that there are no Kosher or Halal facilities at Singita Milele