Overview

Bisate Lodge is located in the natural amphitheatre of an eroded volcanic cone and the accommodation is very unique  . The word bisate means ‘pieces’ in Kinyarwanda, describing how the cone was once whole but worn away by natural erosion. The area has dramatic views of the peaks of the volcanoes Bisoke and Karisimbi rearing up through the Afro-alpine forests of nearby Volcanoes National Park. Twelve guests will stay in sumptuous en suite rooms that maximize comfort and views while retaining environmental principles and reflecting the culture of surrounding rural Rwanda.

Bisate is within easy driving distance of the Volcanoes Park Headquarters from where gorilla treks depart daily. Its vision of reforestation and rehabilitation mean that each guest will contribute to biodiversity conservation and local community engagement therefore making a far-reaching positive impact on the iconic mountain gorilla.

 

Why we like it

Very close to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters from where Gorilla trekking starts

Very private and intimate lodge with only 6 units

Very unique architecture feeling like you are in your own “Gorilla nest”

The cellar and wine tasting room downstairs is beautiful and cozy

The lodge is very involved in reforestation and involving the community

 

Activities

Iby’wacu cultural village

Twin Lakes of Buhondo and Burera

Lava tunnels of the Musanze Caves

Visit Dian Fossey’s grave

Participation in the reforestation programme

Golden Monkey trekking

Birding

 

Location

Ruhengeri, Rwanda