Wilderness Sabyinyo, located in northwestern Rwanda near Volcanoes National Park, is a luxury lodge offering a gateway to mountain gorilla trekking and scenic exploration. The lodge features stone cottages, suites, and a family unit with private verandas, en-suite bathrooms, and fireplaces. Elevated on the foothills of the Virunga Massif, Sabyinyo provides panoramic views of the volcanoes and surrounding countryside. Guests can enjoy Rwandan and international cuisine in the main lodge, which also houses a bar, library, and community lounge. The property is operated in partnership with local communities, with proceeds supporting conservation and socio-economic initiatives. Wilderness Sabyinyo combines comfort with authentic cultural and wildlife experiences, making it an ideal base for exploring Rwanda’s renowned gorilla habitat.
Rooms
Wilderness Sabyinyo offers six stone cottages, two suites, and one family unit, all featuring en-suite bathrooms, fireplaces, and private verandas. Rooms are spacious and elegantly furnished, combining modern comfort with Rwandan character, and provide panoramic views of the surrounding Virunga volcanoes.
Dining
Wilderness Sabyinyo features a mix of Rwandan and international cuisine, served in the main lodge’s restaurant and bar area. Guests enjoy freshly prepared meals using local ingredients, with indoor and outdoor dining options offering views of the Virunga volcanoes.
Recreation
Wilderness Sabyinyo offers a main lodge with a dining area, bar, library, and community lounge. Guests can enjoy gorilla trekking, guided nature walks, and birdwatching, while the lodge also supports cultural experiences and community-based tourism initiatives in partnership with residents.
Pricing
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Location
Wilderness Sabyinyo is located in Musanze, northwestern Rwanda, at the foothills of the Virunga Massif. It lies near Volcanoes National Park, home to mountain gorillas, and is approximately 2.5 hours by road from Kigali International Airport.
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Reviews
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535 Reviews
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Jill L
A Very Special Place, Scenic, Super Staff, Very Close to the Gorillas
This is a very special community owned lodge with a gorgeous panorama view and super staff! We had a very impressive luxurious suite (S1) —lots more steps, though as it was furthest away from the...
jamesfZ6007YN
6 Stars!!!!
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paulaL9560KM
Perfect Base for Gorilla Trekking – Exceeded All Expectations!
Perfect Base for Gorilla Trekking – Exceeded All Expectations! Our 3 day stay at Wilderness Sabyinyo Lodge was beyond incredible. We came for gorilla trekking, and the lodge not only made our dream...
