Luxury Gorilla Lodges and Camps in Rwanda

A luxury mountain gorilla’s safari is the ultimate getaway that combines adventuring into the land of this magnificent primate and relaxing back at a well-appointed lodge that has all the creature comforts.

Bisate Lodge is a leader in responsible tourism and ecologically responsible principles found adjacent to the park. It has been built to blend in seamlessly into its natural surroundings of the eroded volcanic cone which forms its foundation.

Bisate Lodge is a leader in responsible tourism and ecologically responsible principles found adjacent to the park. It has been built to blend in seamlessly into its natural surroundings of the eroded volcanic cone which forms its foundation.

Six opulent en-suite Forest Villas maximize comfort and views while adhering to environmentally responsible principles and reflecting the rich culture of rural Rwanda. The Bisate Lodge is within easy driving distance of the Park Headquarters, from where gorilla treks depart daily. Walks on Bisate’s property offer birding and participation in the reforestation programme.

Singita Kwitonda Lodge is a well-appointed luxury property in a perfectly picked location. Large windows throughout the lodge allow for natural light to stream in, while dramatic views of the volcanoes and forests beyond draw the eye outward.

There are eight exclusive suites with special features like a private heated plunge pool, fireplaces both indoors and out, and a spacious bedroom and lounge. Always committed to balancing out luxury with sustainability, Singita Kwitonda Lodge uses locally grown produce in the meals prepare and they are involved in a critical reforestation project that aims to increase the mountain gorillas’ habitat.

Created in response to its dramatic setting, the lodge includes elements such as woven ceilings and hand-fired terracotta brickwork crafted by local artisans, while a dedicated Conservation Room, Gear Room and on-site nursery and vegetable garden which provides fresh produce for Kwitonda’s farm-to-table food journey further enhances the experience. Offering guests, a nurturing space within which to contemplate their encounters with the remarkable “gentle giants of the forest”, the lodge envelopes them in a sanctuary of warmth, stillness & solitude.

Gorilla’s Nest is the latest luxury offering by award-winning One & Only Resorts. It is the closest to Volcanoes National Park, which means incredible views of the jungle landscape from all corners of the lodge, both private and shared.

The furnishings of this well-appointed lodge are modern with an aesthetic of Afro-chic that runs throughout. An easy flow has been created between indoor and outdoor spaces – the lodge rooms and suites have private decks and open-air bathtubs or showers that ensure your stay in the land of the mountain gorillas is indulgent.

The Virunga Lodge is the luxury gorilla experience in Rwanda and one of Africa’s finest and most renowned lodges. The lodge is perched high on a ridge with the finest views in Africa, overlooking the Virunga Volcanoes and the Musanze valley to the west and Lake Burera and Ruhondo to the east.

Fantastic food and exceptional personalized service by our carefully trained staff make it the first accommodation choice for tracking the endangered mountain gorilla.

Each of our ten luxurious Banda’s has a private terrace from which our guests can watch the sunrise over the dramatic landscape of mountains and lakes, an individual fire place, a shower room with a double vanity.

The two deluxe Banda’s called Ibirunga and Ibiyaga have their own private sitting room and more refined interiors and will also include a hot tub and a larger terrace overlooking the majestic Virunga volcanoes or the twin lakes.

Virunga Volcanoes Lodge is inviting and cozy, with large cushions, roaring fires, and unbelievable views of the surrounding Lakes and Volcanoes. The magical terraced gardens on the ridge offer a tranquil place to look out over Rwanda, and to contemplate what to do with your day anything from Gorilla tracking, climbing a volcano, tracking golden monkeys, visiting Dian Fossey’s memorial, or gentle strolls through picturesque villages near the lakes, hike to the waterfalls, see the Intore dancers or visit a local school.

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