When visiting Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, there are several great accommodations offering proximity to the park, comfort, and luxury, catering to different types of travelers.
Located in the northwestern part of Rwanda, Volcanoes national park stands as one of the best tourism destinations in the country and Africa at large. The park is known for protecting almost half of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas in its rain forest and five of the eight volcanoes in the Virunga mountains – Karisimbi, Bisoke, Muhabura, Gahinga and Sabyinyo. Also, in an area of 160 square kilometers, you can observe the beautiful and shy golden monkeys playing and swinging from one tree branch to another. With all the attractions in the park, they can be explored as you spend your nights in comfortable, luxury and affordable accommodations. In this article, we bring you some accommodation recommendations at the park, from luxury to more budget-friendly options for your stay during your Rwanda safari:
- Bisate Lodge
This is a high-end eco lodge offering luxurious accommodations with stunning views of the Virunga Volcanoes. It features 6 uniquely designed forest villas, and offers high-quality service and perfect views of the lush forest of Volcanoes national park. Each Bisate lodge room sits on 91 square meters consisting bedroom, reception space and bathroom.
While at this amazing lodge, enjoy activities like bird watching, gorilla trekking, golden monkey tracking, cultural encounters and others.
- Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
Nestled close to the entrance of Volcanoes National Park in Musanze district, Sabyinyo Silverback lodge is also a luxury lodge providing an amazing and comfortable stay while on a Rwanda gorilla safari. It is known for its prime location and excellent service, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Virunga mountains.
Sabyinyo silverback lodge features 6 cottages, 2 suites and 1 family cottage. Each of these is a stone building having the unique Rwandese terracotta roof tiles. The cottages have a spacious sitting area, fireplace, elegant en-suite bathroom facilities complimented with a dressing room as well as a private veranda. The bathrooms are supplied with running hot and cold water. The family cottage has two en-suite rooms linked together by a shared veranda. Each of the rooms has a nice polished wooden floor.
- Virunga Lodge
Located on a hilltop with fantastic views of the Virunga Volcanoes and twin lakes (Burera and Ruhondo), Virunga Lodge offers a mix of luxury and breathtaking natural surroundings. The lodge consists of incredible facilities and offers amazing services. These include spa, Wi-Fi, private sitting rooms, 2 deluxe suites, terrace, 10 stone guest bandas, cocktail, whisky and premium wine menus, shower, solar heated water and others.
Set in the northern province of Rwanda, Virunga has 10 comfortable bandas. Each of the bandas features a private terrace for you to enjoy the excellent sunrise over the beautiful Virunga mountains and the Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo. On every Banda, there is an independent fireplace, charging point, shower room. Virunga Lodge also has 2 deluxe bandas; Ibirunga and Ibiyaga each with private sitting rooms and uniquely designed interiors.
- Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Located in Kinigi village, Five Volcanoes hotel is one of the midrange accommodations just outside the Volcanoes national park offering modern amenities with comfortable stays. It’s a good option for those looking for a mid-range experience with a blend of local charm and modern comforts.
Five Volcanoes hotel has 13 self contained rooms which are air conditioned, with flat screen TV’s, Fridge and also Kettles so you can make tea or coffee. The hotel has a restaurant and bar where meals are served. The staff is well trained, friendly and they will ensure that you have a nice and enjoyable stay. More to the friendly staff members, is the beautiful scenery that makes this hotel the best accommodation choice any one can ever make.
- Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
A midrange accommodation, Mountain Gorilla View Lodge offers a more affordable but comfortable option for visitors. The lodge is built with local materials located close to Volcanoes national park, a home to the endangered mountain gorillas of Rwanda.
In total, the lodge features 30 large and affordable rooms that are close to the park entrance. Facilities and amenities at the lodge include; fire place, ensuite bathroom with a shower or tub, restaurant, wi-fi in the main area, tea room and charging outlets within rooms.
- Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Located close to the park headquarters, Le Bambou Gorilla lodge is a budget-friendly lodge close to Volcanoes national park with simple, pocket friendly and comfortable rooms. It provides easy access to gorilla trekking and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Comprising of 23 self-contained private cottages with an individual fireplace, Le Bambou rooms were built and properly designed to offer you comfort. The property was constructed all from environmentally friendly items as well as local materials such as bamboo.
In conclusion, all of the above options provide a unique experience, catering to various budget levels and preferences, with most located conveniently for gorilla trekking and exploring the stunning Volcanoes National Park.