Wilderness Bisate is a luxury eco-lodge located near Volcanoes National Park in northwestern Rwanda, offering direct access to one of Africa’s premier gorilla trekking destinations. The lodge features six forest villas designed with thatched, dome-like architecture inspired by traditional Rwandan structures, each providing panoramic views of Bisoke and Karisimbi volcanoes. Accommodations include spacious bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, fireplaces, and private decks overlooking the surrounding rainforest. Dining highlights seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, with meals served in the main lodge or on outdoor terraces. Facilities include a wine cellar, library, and spa treatments. Guests can participate in gorilla trekking, golden monkey excursions, guided hikes, and community visits, while the lodge also focuses on reforestation and local conservation initiatives.
Rooms
Six forest villas are designed with dome-shaped, thatched architecture inspired by Rwandan tradition. Each villa features a spacious bedroom, en-suite bathroom, central fireplace, and private deck, offering panoramic views of the surrounding rainforest and volcanoes, with modern comforts and eco-conscious design.
Dining
Wilderness Bisate highlights seasonal, locally sourced ingredients prepared in a variety of Rwandan and international dishes. Meals are served in the main lodge dining area or on outdoor terraces, complemented by a curated wine selection and panoramic views of the surrounding volcanoes.
Recreation
Wilderness Bisate offers a wine cellar, library, and spa treatments, along with guided nature walks and cultural experiences. Guests can participate in gorilla trekking, golden monkey excursions, and hikes in Volcanoes National Park, while the lodge also supports reforestation and community-based conservation initiatives.
Pricing
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At Travel Concierge, we take pride in being able to negotiate the best holiday deals at Wilderness Bisate. Use the search form below to find holiday prices at Wilderness Bisate. Our Wilderness Bisate holiday search will provide prices up to 11 months in advance of departure. We can book Kigali holidays at Wilderness Bisate in 2026 and 2027. For all Wilderness Bisate 2026 holidays and Wilderness Bisate 2027 holidays you will have to call us for pricing.
Location
Wilderness Bisate is located near Volcanoes National Park in northwestern Rwanda, about 106 kilometers from Kigali International Airport, a drive of approximately 2.5 to 3 hours. The lodge offers convenient access to gorilla trekking and other wildlife experiences within the park.
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114 Reviews
Average ratings
TripAdvisor Traveller reviews
Michelle B
Stunning place, people and experiences!
This place is truly magical and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The villas and main lodge are absolutely stunning. You can see the effort and soul that went into designing the place, and it's unlike...
danielle G
Incredible, amazing, the best
Bisate Lodge is exceptional in every way. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The lodge itself is a fairytale treetop suite made of reeds, wood and volcanic rock. Being vegetarian it’s not always...
KristinB843
NDagukunda Bisate!!
THE most amazing place we’ve been lucky enough to experience. EVER. Our final two nights of our twelve night itinerary throughout Rwanda were spent at Bisate. It’s magical, dreamy, stunningly...
