Kwitonda Lodge, which was named after a legendary silverback gorilla, is located on 178 acres and shares a 1.2km border with Volcanoes National Park – the only lodge within such close proximity of the park.
Set right on the edge of Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, where more than a third of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas find refuge, Singita Kwitonda Lodge’s unrivalled position puts life-changing gorilla trekking experiences within easy reach. Each of the eight luxurious suites features a private heated plunge pool, wellness treatment area, in- and outdoor fireplaces and large timber-framed windows that welcome breathtaking scenery and volcano views inside.
Created in response to its dramatic setting, the lodge includes elements such as woven ceilings and hand-fired terracotta brickwork crafted by local artisans, while a dedicated Conservation Room, Gear Room and on-site nursery and vegetable garden – which provides fresh produce for Kwitonda’s farm-to-table food journey – further enhances the experience. Offering guests a nurturing space within which to contemplate their encounters with the remarkable “gentle giants of the forest”, the lodge envelopes them in a sanctuary of warmth, stillness & solitude.
Gorilla Trekking - guests take in pre-trek information and media in a dedicated conservation room at the lodge, and enjoy the convenience of an onsite gear-room for gearing up comfortably before their trek. For trekking guests should wear boots with good grip, gators, gloves, thick socks and pants and a long sleeved top. Complimentary comfort kits, containing items such as sun cream, a sweat towel, tissues, a buff (required by Rwandan parks) and brown sanitary/toilet eco bags will be provided. Guests will receive a loaned backpack containing a lunchbox, snacks and a water bottle.
On the day of the trek, guests will be woken early to enjoy breakfast and gear up, after which they’ll be taken to the guide station a few kilometres from the lodge. Here, guests will have a briefing by the guides, and when ready will set off on the scenic trek through thick forest terrain towards a specific gorilla group, guided by trained rangers. The length of the trek varies, depending on which gorilla family group guests are allocated to, and this will be decided upon with regard to the fitness levels and capabilities of the trekkers. Once the gorilla group is located guests will spend up to an hour with them, observing these gentle creatures in their natural habitat.
Bedrooms
- 8 x Suites with en-suite bathrooms
- Each suite has private heated plunge pool, wellness treatment area, in- and outdoor fireplaces and large timber-framed windows that welcome breathtaking scenery and volcano views inside
Staff
- Housekeeping
Additional Features
- Wellness spa
- Conservation room
- On site nursery and vegetable garden
- Luxury accommodation at one of the beautiful private retreat
- Dedicated service from the staff
- Daily breakfast
- Daily lunch and dinner
- An open spirits bar & soft drinks ( excluding French Champagne)
- Carefully selected premium house wines
- Pre-arrival menu consultation
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry service
- Telephone calls
- Use of Wireless Internet (Wifi)
Extra Services
- All flights excluded, although you can book through our preferred partners Swiss International
- Departure taxes
- French champagne
- Premium spirits and wines
- Visas
- Spa treatments
- Air transfers
- Wildlife fees
- Conservation fees
- Insurance
- Items not specifically mentioned
Additional Notes
- All prices to be reconfirmed at time of booking
- Local tourist tax payable & conservation fees
- Vaccinations need to be arranged prior to trip
- Permits for gorilla-trekking, golden monkey treks, or any other activities not mentioned above
- Any day trips or transfers to and from Singita Volcanoes National Park
- Any transfers to and from the lodge
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At White Blancmange we only hand select properties that we would stay in ourselves with family and friends. If we do not like it simply we do not sell it! Because we are not the Principle owner of any property, we can offer you an honest impartial review
Gerry Lovick - Co Founder of White Blancmange
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