Rwanda
Southern Africa
Bisate Lodge, adjacent to Volcanoes National Park, combines the bucket-list gorilla trek with a pioneering vision of reforestation and community partnership. It’s Rwanda’s first genuinely luxurious and eco-sensitive safari camp, centred on Africa’s most immersive wild primate experience.
Javier Clavijo
Managing Director & High-end Travel Specialist
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- Rwanda, Southern Africa, Africa
Bisate is located in the natural amphitheatre of an eroded volcanic cone, with dramatic views of the peaks of the Bisoke and Karisimbi volcanoes rearing up through Afro-alpine forests. Encountering one of the gorilla groups in the nearby Volcanoes National Park is a unique experience.
Six opulent en-suite forest villas maximise comfort and views while adhering to environmentally responsible principles and reflecting the rich culture of rural Rwanda. Bisate 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.
Aside from the area’s iconic mountain gorillas, other mammals that call Volcanoes National Park home include the golden monkey, side-striped jackal, serval, black-fronted duiker, buffalo, elephant, tree hyrax, bushbuck and Egyptian mongoose. A variety of squirrel and genet species are also to be found here, as well as many bird species.
Key points:
- Location: Next to the Volcanoes National Park.
- Accommodation: Six luxury en-suite forest villas offering great comfort and views.
- Activities: Golden monkey trekking, gorilla trekking, guided walks in the national park, hikes and meeting the local communities.
- Cuisine: International cuisine.
- Best season: From mid-December to early February and from June to September.
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