Top Best Lodges Around Volcanoes National Park
Top Best Lodges Around Volcanoes National Park , Deep within the hilly landscapes endowed with forests and savanna grasslands live these magnificent and gentle yet highly endangered species- the mountain gorillas of Africa. As you encounter the incredible beauty of the wilderness among the primates and wildlife, these mountain gorilla destinations of Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo boost of some of the most luxurious safari lodges, and mid-range safari lodges giving you a seamless blend of great comfort and immense gorilla experience. Here are some of the most exceptional lodges in the gorilla parks per gorilla national park each of which offers you a different experience of the magnificent gorillas, the stunning landscapes of these destinations, and a blend of the unique culture giving you a full experience of the untamed beauty of the gorilla safari destinations.
Volcanoes national park- Rwanda (Luxury accommodation)
One and Only Gorilla’s Nest
Nested within the Eucalyptus trees, One&Only Gorillas nest is an upscale contemporary gorilla lodge with expression of space and freedom. A step into this amazing architectural feat spanning closely at the Volcanoes national park gates feels like a slice of heaven. One&Only Gorilla’s nest offers beautiful spacious rooms and a restaurant that offers a blend of different cuisines with each dish a masterpiece showcasing a harmonious blend of local flavors, continental cuisines, and Asian dishes all prepared with freshly locally-sourced ingredients. This accommodation offers a union of a great aesthetics and modern contemporary exteriors and interiors giving you a feel of home away from home.
Bisate Wilderness Gorilla Lodge
Designed with the utmost respect for nature, Bisate wilderness Gorilla lodge allows for you to enjoy a good sleep with the sounds of nature and wake up admiring the beauty of Rwanda. It offers a perfect union of esthetic and modern interior designs with spacious and private rooms. Bisate Wilderness Gorilla lodge offers dramatic views of the magnificent landscapes and peaks of the volcanoes that are seen rearing up through the Afro-alpine forests.
This lodge authentically designed and beautifully appointed in Rwanda and hovers over the lush savannah grasslands of Rwanda will give you a little piece of heaven. Bisate Wilderness Gorilla Lodge is endowed with a restaurant that serve freshly prepared delicious meals that are rich in creativity, nourishment, well-seasoned and perfectly flavored.
Singita Kwitonda Lodge
In harmony with the fabulous natural surroundings of the Virunga Conservation Area, Singita Kwitonda lodge offers a great nurturing space for travelers to contemplate their encounter with the gentle giants or fantasize on this encounter before the trek. Singita Kwitonda Lodge offers great comfort wrapped in the sanctuary of warmth, stillness, and solitude found behind the walls of this magnificent property set right on the edge of Volcanoes national park, home to a number of the remaining mountain gorillas of Africa. Staring through the windows of this beautiful lodge surrounded by high-altitude forests, you will marvel at the magnificent views of the breathtaking landscape, and the Sabinyo, Gahinga and Muhabura volcanoes.
Singita Kwitonda lodge is located at close proximity to the gorilla trekking starting point. It is an incredibly convenient accommodation that offers an added layer of comfort to your gorilla safari. The restaurant offer fresh vegetables from the Kwitonda gardens which they serve with other cuisines that reinterprets local dishes with ingredients inspired by international cuisines.
Farm House Rwanda
Boasting of a prime position at the foot of the volcanoes, Farm House Rwanda is a top home away from home luxury accommodation in Rwanda that will offer you exceptional hospitality with a blend of tourism, conservation and community experience. It is a modern home and a rare gem in this area and it’s located a few minutes from Volcanoes national park. Farm House Rwanda is a beautiful and spacious house with beautiful views of the Volcanoes and offers clean and modern accommodation with a variety of farm activities such as horse riding, and harvesting natural ingredients from the gardens. It also offers a great environment for children accompanying their parents on a gorilla trekking safari to Volcanoes national park. At Farm House Rwanda, the table is at the farm since most of the cuisines are grown, nurtured, and produced on this farm right from vegetables, poultry, and animal products including the honey served with tea. The chefs at the lodge prepare both local and international cuisines with these ingredients.
Amarembo by touchdown
Set amid the lush green and majestic Virunga ranges, Amarembo by touchdown is a small and friendly lodge that offers views of an extraordinary wonders of untamed landscapes in the comfort of contemporary hospitality.
This reimagined safari lodge offers a wide range of amenities and facilities such as the famous Amarembo Boma, a pool with a stunning view of the gardens, and delicious meals that are a celebration of Rwanda’s vibrant culinary heritage in each bite. Each of these memorable meals is prepared with fresh and locally sourced produce and is presented in a warm, elegant setting that invites you to savour each bite rich in flavors and traditions of Rwanda.
Volcanoes national park- Rwanda (Upper midrange lodges)
Virunga Inn Resort and spa
Located in a nature reserve at the base of the Volcanoes national park, Virunga Inn Resort and Spa, named after the legendary Virunga ranges is a new and modern resort and an immersive vacation spot endowed with a wide range of amenities.
This is a magnificent hotel that has rustically styled rooms and outdoor space and beautifully blooming and outstanding gardens. Each of its spacious, clean, and comfortable rooms is endowed with a terrace that open up to a beautiful view of the flowers in the gardens and incredible birds. Virunga Inn Resort and Spa is a perfect stopping spot for mid-range travelers on a gorilla trekking safari to Volcanoes national park.
The Bishop’s House
Encapsulated in the rich quiet suburbs of Musanze, the Bishop’s House is a gem that exudes old-word charm perfectly combined with comfort and it’s the perfect gateway to the Volcanoes national park offering the ultimate luxury and comfort. The location of this lodge makes it a perfect place to see and access the mountain gorillas as well as accessing one of the world’s most iconic ecosystems where freedom, space, and the great outdoors meet thrilling adventure. Other than being a great resting place while on a gorilla trekking safari, the Bishop’s house offers an impressive view of the lush green and hilly landscapes of Rwanda.
The Sambora Kinigi lodge
Conveniently located at the foot of the 5 Volcanoes that make up the Virunga ranges near the entrance of Volcanoes national park, Sambora Kinigi lodge is a perfect sanctuary for relaxation both before and after a thrilling day with the mountain gorillas or hike in the Volcanoes national park.
Sambora Kinigi lodge is surrounded by luscious tropical flora and fauna with great views of Volcanoes national park and the Dian Fossey’s Ellen DeGeneres Research Centre. This lodge also provides a remote and serene atmosphere similar to that of One&Only Gorilla’s nest except it comes at a more affordable cost.
This lodge provides the ideal haven from which to venture into the Volcanoes national park, one of the most bio diverse places on the planet. It also provides facilities that will assist relieve sore muscles and rejuvenate the body such as wellness massage treatments. The hot water bottles and fire place in the rooms give them a lovely cozy touch especially for the cold weather of Rwanda.
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Sited in Kinigi on the road that leads to Volcanoes national park just 10 minutes away from the park gate, Five Volcanoes Boutique hotel holds an enviable position offering both privacy and convenient access to Volcanoes national park, home to the gentle giants.
It is a colonial-style accommodation with lovely gardens and it’s surrounded by a variety of trees, shrubs, and beautiful flowers. Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel offers a great picturesque vistas of the volcanoes of the Virunga mountain ranges from your vantage point.
This lodge offers great relaxation amenities such as a restaurant that serves a variety of cuisines, a swimming pool, and spa for massages, steam, and sauna, among others which come in handy after a hike of the volcanoes or a visit to one of the gorilla families in Volcanoes national park.
Mount Gorilla View Lodge
Set at the foot of the Virunga Sabinyo Mountain, Mount Gorilla View lodge allows you to live your safari dream whilst relaxing in comfort. Beautifully landscaped with natural foliage and startling a variety of flower gardens, this lodge is set on the outskirts of Volcanoes national park, adjacent to Volcanoes park headquarters allowing visitors an opportunity to gaze upon the cloud-covered volcanic mountain tops.
Mount Gorilla View lodge is surrounded by an exciting and biologically diverse flora and fauna with shrubs, trees, and various bird species such as the grey crowned crane. After your magnificent encounter with the mountain gorillas, this lodge avails spa treatment such as massages to assist with relaxation of the muscles after the hike.
Amahoro Songa Lodge
Nestled at the foothills in the Volcanoes national park, Amahoro Songa lodge is the closest lodge to the Volcanoes national park headquarters. This lodge is a great stopover for eco-conscious travelers on a gorilla trekking safari.
Amahoro Songa lodge has spacious and luxury cottages with glass windows that expose you to the panoramic views of the volcanoes. This accommodation is a blend of rustic elegance with modern comfort and futures of locally crafted décor. The chefs at the restaurant prepare global dishes with fresh spices and vegetables grown on-sight giving every meal an infusion of local flavors.
Tiloreza Volcanoes Eco-lodge
Tiloreza Volcanoes Eco-lodge is a high-end accommodation located at close proximity to Volcanoes national park, four miles from the Musanze caves. This accommodation has an African traditional building style with modern comfort and spacious rooms with an incredible outdoor garden. It offers travelers the most economical way of enjoying the beauty of Rwanda in the standard rooms and each of the rooms offer great views of the mountains. Tiloreza Volcanoes Eco-lodge offers a variety of other facilities such as a restaurant that serves both African and International inspired cuisines, a swimming pool with a great view of the volcanoes, a well-stocked bar, and a health and fitness center that offers massages, sauna, steam, gym, among others.
Volcanoes national park-Rwanda (Lower mid-range lodges)
Le Bambou gorilla lodge
Sited at the foot of the volcanoes, home to the mountain gorillas, Le Bambou gorilla lodge is a mid-range accommodation just 10-minutes away from the Volcanoes national park headquarters perfect for a stopover on a gorilla trekking adventure to Volcanoes national park. This accommodation offers spacious and comfortable rooms with unparalled convenience, boasting breathtaking panoramic views of the majestic Virunga mountain ranges.
Le Bambou gorilla lodge is an absolute gem where one gets to soak up the serenity found in nature and marvel at the abundance of primates in this magical spot as you unwind and relax after a gorilla experience.
DaVinci Gorilla lodge
Perfectly positioned in Kinigi, DaVinci Gorilla lodge is one of the finest lower-midrange safari lodges near Volcanoes national park. This lodge lies in the shadows of the Karisimbi Mountain and it’s a perfect base for visitors looking to trek the gentle giants, hike the Volcanoes as well as explore the surroundings of the Volcanoes national park.
This accommodation has spacious and tastefully decorated rooms offering a relaxing retreat after the hike, treks, and other activities. It also offers delicious and carefully put together meals, top-notch post trek foot rub and other amenities.