Bisate Lodge is a luxury eco-lodge located in the natural amphitheatre of an eroded volcanic cone, near Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda ¹ ² ³. The lodge’s name, Bisate, means “pieces” in Kinyarwanda, referring to the erosion of the volcanic cone ¹ ⁴. With six sumptuous en-suite rooms, Bisate Lodge offers stunning views of the surrounding volcanoes, including Mount Bisoke, Karisimbi, and Mikeno ¹ ² ³.
Accommodation and Amenities
The lodge features traditional Rwandan architecture with thatched structures, blending seamlessly into the surrounding environment ² ³. Each forest villa consists of a spacious bedroom, reception area, and bathroom, warmed by a central fireplace and offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks. Guests can enjoy delicious meals, and participate in activities like gorilla trekking, golden monkey trekking, and guided hikes ² ⁶.
Sustainability Efforts
Bisate Lodge is committed to sustainability, with a focus on reforestation and conservation efforts. Guests can participate in tree-planting activities, contributing to the lodge’s goal of reforestation and habitat expansion for local wildlife ⁴.
Awards and Recognition
Bisate Lodge has received numerous accolades, including being voted “Best Safari Lodge in Africa 2022” by Travel + Leisure.
Location and Accessibility
The lodge is located near Volcanoes National Park, approximately 2.5 hours from Kigali, and offers stunning views of the surrounding volcanoes ² ³. Guests can access the lodge by road transfer or helicopter
What to do for guest staying at Bisate Lodge.
Given the location of Bisate Lodge at the edge of Volcanoes National Park, riveting adventures to be relished by guests include the legendary gorilla trekking tours, golden monkey tracking, tours of Gorilla Guardian Village, tours of Twin Lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo, visit to Musanze Caves, Birding tours to see Rwenzori and Albertine Rift endemics, hike to the Dian Fossey Tomb and most importantly enjoy spa treatments. The Nursery visit and tree planting activity is special for visitors to Bisate Lodge only.