Gorilla adventure in Rwanda is the leading tourism activity that takes place in Volcanoes National Park. Where to stay while on a gorilla adventure is offered ranging from budget, mid-range to luxury. choosing a right lodge will give you comfortable and contribute to success with your gorilla trekking safari experience. On arrival to Kigali, you will have a welcome treat for a night before heading to Kigali. Take a night with dinner in one of its hotels and feel the serenity in Kigali.
Hotel Des Mille Collin’s
You will taste the legacy of hospitality in Rwanda for more than 45 years Inspired by Rwanda’s unforgettable geographical terrain, the hotel derives its name from its motherland known as the “land of a thousand hills.” Inaugurated in 1973 as the premier grand hotel of the country and becoming a shelter to, a light of hope in the darkness for a terrified crowd of up to 2,000 people who were saved by the hotel opening its doors in 1994 during the Genocide against the Tutsi.
Hôtel des Mille Collin’s is surely the most famous hotel in Rwanda. Located in the central business district, the hotel allows you to enjoy the breathtaking views over the hills of Kigali while indulging in culinary delights from casual to fine dining, international cuisine to local signature dishes!
Kigali Serena Hotel
This will give you the rich blend of Rwandan heritage, art and culture with contemporary 5-star comfort in 148 sophisticated rooms and suites, Serena Kigali hotel provides a private and peaceful retreat like no other for discerning international diplomats and executives.
Enjoy a host of leisure amenities. Allow the hotel restaurants to take you on a culinary journey, treating you to everything from expertly crafted Rwandese delicacies to enticing flavours from around the globe.
Wilderness Sabyinyo Lodge
Go for the first community-owned lodge in Rwanda with six charming stone cottages, two luxurious suites with king-size four-poster beds and one spacious family unit with two separate bedrooms. Each elegant cottage features large sitting areas, fireplaces, stylish en-suite bathrooms and a sheltered veranda with cinematic views over the volcanoes.
Meals here are designed with sustainability in mind, using healthy, flavourful recipes that tread lightly on the Earth. Daily harvests from the organic vegetable gardens inspire the menu of traditional dishes sprinkled with cosmopolitan flair. It goes without saying our meals are served with warm Rwandan hospitality in this dreamy, mist-cloaked setting.
Wilderness Bisate Reserve
located in the natural amphitheatre of an eroded volcanic cone. The area has dramatic views of the peaks of the volcanoes Bisoke, Karisimbi and Mikeno rearing up through the Afro-alpine forests of nearby Volcanoes National Park. Six sumptuous en-suite rooms maximize comfort, warmth and views while retaining environmental principles and reflecting the culture of surrounding rural Rwanda. Wilderness Bisate Lodge is within easy driving distance of Park Headquarters, from where gorilla treks depart daily. Its vision of reforestation and rehabilitation means that each guest is invited to participate in the biodiversity conservation efforts, as well as engage and meet the local community.
One & Only Gorilla’s Nest Lodge
The lodge is positioned in the foothills of the breathtaking Virunga Volcano Range, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest makes the magical possible as you enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime, personal encounter with the rare and majestic mountain gorilla, roaming free in its own natural habitat.
It consists of 14 rooms and 7 suites. Set up in the midst of trees, each feels very private, and the interiors are exquisitely presented in combinations of chic neutrals and vibrant patterns. At entry-level, there’s the Forest Tree house. Furnishings include a double bed, bedside stands and lighting, and ample storage units. There’s a separate seating area too, featuring a contemporary-style chaise lounge, an easy chair, a sleek coffee table, and a cozy fireplace.
Singita Kwitonda Lodge
Set in Rwanda’s northwestern reaches, right on the edge of Volcanoes National Park. Each of the lodge’s eight luxurious suites features a private heated plunge pool, in- and outdoor fireplaces and large timber-framed windows that welcome the 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.
Kwitonda’s farm-to-table food journey celebrates Rwandese cuisine and fresh produce from the on-site garden, while the Akarabo Nursery is a fundamental part of Singita’s ambitious undertaking to contribute to the long-term conservation of endangered mountain gorillas by increasing their habitat through reforestation.
The Kataza House is an exclusive-use villa 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 gentle giants of the forest’. In response to 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.
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Is a beautiful mid-range vacation accommodation with tiled roofs and colonial-style structures, the hotel has lovely gardens with a variety of trees, shrubbery, and colourful flowers. The lounge is housed in a lovely cottage with a fireplace and deep patio furnished with comfortable chairs made with wickerwork. You will get a relaxing massage in the hotel spa to soothe away the aches and pains from your treks. Napping in hammocks scattered across the property is yet another way to revel in the serenity and views of the Volcanoes Park.
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
The lodge stands amidst real wilderness with panoramic views of Rwanda’s volcano mountains and located just 1 km away from the Volcanoes National Park, making it the desired location for gorilla trekking enthusiastic guests.
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge is surrounded by an exciting and rich biodiversity of shrubs, trees and various bird species among them the Grey Crowned Cranes or Balearica regulorum. The hotel has an eco – tourist approach whereas Natural Conservation is a priority and the local community is empowered. The Intore (local cultural dancers) will spice your stay and your days at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge will always be memorable.
Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Positioned at the foot of mountains Volcanoes, very close to Volcanoes National Park, home of mountains gorillas. This beautiful lodge provides breathtaking views of Rwandan hills and the slopes of the Volcanoes National Park. Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge is nestled in a forest of Bamboo trees. An awe-inspiring experience awaits you in this part of Africa. Share the Mountain Gorilla’s family space, soak up the serenity found in nature and marvel at the abundance of primates in this magical spot.
