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    Virunga Lodge

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    Between lakes and volcanoes

    Perched on a hill at an altitude of 2,200m, Virunga Lodge has built its reputation on its involvement in the local community and its extraordinary panoramas, with lakes Bulera and Ruhondo to the east and the Virunga volcanoes and the Musanze valley to the west. Recently renovated, the 10 bandas offer an ideal and authentic base for admiring the beauty of the volcanic landscapes and setting off in search of the famous mountain gorillas. The décor is typically Rwandan, creating a peaceful atmosphere with a lovely fireplace and a terrace with sweeping views. After an emotional day in the heart of the jungle to meet the gorillas or after a guided walking tour, the lodge offers spa treatments to relax muscles and recharge.

    STYLE

    A typically Rwandan mountain style

    SITUATION

    A 2.5-hour drive north-west of Kigali, 1 hour from the entrance to Volcanoes National Park

    CAPACITY

    10 spacious bands with a view

    HIGHLIGHTS

    The view from the lodge is simply SPECTACULAR and is well worth the detour

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

    THE EXPERIENCES

    • Going on a trek on the trail of mountain gorillas or golden monkeys
    • Climbing one of the three volcanoes: Mount Gahinga, Mount Sabyinyo or Mount Muhavura
    • Visit the Dian Fossey Memorial
    • Set off to walk towards Lake Bulera
    • Attend a traditional Rwandan dance performance, Intore

    THE EXTRAORDINARY

    Following an early wake-up call at 5 am, you will head towards Volcanoes National Park for a day full of emotion. With only eight travellers per group, you will trek alongside an expert guide and rangers to experience one of the most memorable travel experiences of all: tracking endangered mountain gorillas. The walking time can vary between 3 and 8 hours, during which you will plunge into the heart of the jungle in an attempt to observe the wildlife and one of the gorilla families, all in optimal, safe and highly privileged conditions!

    ETHICS

    The Virunga Ecolodge was built with respect for the environment and is powered by solar energy with solar panels to minimise its environmental impact. The Volcanoes Safaris group supports numerous projects in Rwanda and Uganda through cultural and ecological projects such as providing water tanks to the local community or a sheep to each of the 140 families in the Sunzu community.