SABYINYO
Rwanda
Sabyinyo: Our ViewSabyinyo is Rwanda’s leading gorilla lodge. Located approximately three hours from the capital Kigali, Saybinyo Silverback Lodge is a stunningly located property with views over the Virunga Volcanoes range and the Parc National des Volcans. Arguably the finest gorilla lodge anywhere, this lodge is run by the famous Kenyan safari group Governors who operate some of the Masai Mara’s finest safari camps. Service levels and location are the best in the area by far. Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge gets our rare 5 paw rating due to it being the best lodge in the area and one of the finest gorilla lodges in Africa. Stunning location and all the hallmarks of the Governors brand make this a seriously good choice. Sabyinyo: Fast Facts$640 per person per night Our Rating
Sabyinyo: The DetailSabyinyo Silverback Lodge is situated on the edge of the Parc National des Volcans in North Western Rwanda, in an area of 11 hectares with views towards the Parc National des Volcans, and its 5 volcanoes. All guest cottages are privately situated in the folds of the hills, each with its own view. The volcanic views can be enjoyed from the outdoor decks of the bar and the dining room. Accommodation comprises 5 cottages, 2 suites and 1 family suite alongside the landscaped gardens. The rainforests of the Virunga Volcanoes are the last refuge of the Mountain Gorilla. The slopes of the volcanoes provide a natural setting for a wildlife experience – to see the Mountain Gorilla in its natural habitat. Roughly half of the world’s wild population of Mountain Gorillas are resident on the Rwandan slopes of the Virungas. Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge is the perfect base to explore this corner of Africa. Clients may wish to visit the nearby market town of Ruhengeri, the beautiful lakes Kivu, Burera, Ruhondo and Karago, the genocide memorials, as well as experience some incredible bird-viewing. You may also likeRwanda
Just like the nearby competition, Volcanoes Virunga Lodge has one of the best views over this exceptional scenic region. Run by the famous Volcanoes group, who run many top trips throughout Uganda and Rwanda, Virunga lodge is slightly more affordable than nearby Sabyinyo and yet still offers a good level of service and overall accommodation. Long the best lodge in the area, Sabyinyo how now taken Virunga’s crown and pushed a great lodge down into second place. We are fans of them both but considering the quality offered at Sabyinyo for a little extra, Sabyinyo takes the mantle as no 1 gorilla lodge.
Uganda
Clouds lodge has to have one of the most amazing settings of any of the lodges we work with. Located high up into the hills the lodge commands views over the entire region and is a magical little place. A real favourite in the office here due to its unpretentious charm and links with the local community, people do need to know that the advantage of the location comes with a slight negative – it’s a hard walk back up to Clouds after a long days gorilla trekking! The rewards of making the trek however are one of the most charming hotels we work with.
Uganda
Sanctuary Lodge’s Gorilla Forest Lodge, is actually run by the luxury travel company Abercrombie and Kent. The lodge has a fabulous location with the local gorilla group literally looking into clients rooms on a number of occasions. Gorilla’s peeping into your rooms cannot be guaranteed to every client, but the guarantee of A&K’s excellent service is there. A great lodge to explore the area from and a great lodge for clients who, after a potentially long gorilla trek, do not want to face climbing up the hills to Clouds lodge, the only other top end gorilla lodge in the park.
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