Wilderness Bisate

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Bisate Lodge

the six sumptuous Forest Villas maximise comfort, warmth and views

Photographer credit: David Crookes
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Golden monkeys live in social groups of up to 30 individuals

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Although strong and powerful, mountain gorillas are generally gentle and shy

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Dining area at Bisate Lodge

Photographer credit: David Crookes
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Most males, and about 60% of females, will eventually leave their natal group

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Relax around the welcome fire in Bisate's lounge area

Photographer credit: David Crookes
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Bisate's richly-detailed interiors use surfaces and screens made from a variety of woven materials with strong resonance in Rwandan culture

Photographer credit: David Crookes
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Rwanda's famous Twin Lakes - Ruhondo and Burera

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Trekking through community land en route to Volcanoes National Park

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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The six luxurious Forest Villas maximise comfort, warmth and views.

Photographer credit: The Forest Villas at Bisate took their design cues from Rwandan royalty.
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Wilderness Bisate looks over to Mount Bisoke, one of the active volcanoes in the Virunga Mountains.

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The Bisate Kwanda day lounge is located in the organic vegetable garden, and is the perfect space to gather yourself before your next adventure.
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Pensive mountain gorilla in Volcanoes National Park.

Photographer credit: CrookesAndJackson
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Wilderness Bisate's richly detailed interiors use surfaces and screens made from a variety of woven materials with strong resonance in Rwandan culture.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Bisate Kwanda's hand-built vegetable garden is the ideal spot to wind down after an intense morning gorilla trek.
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Bisate Kwanda's menu comprises seasonal ingredients for freshness, with the majority sourced from our own garden.
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View of Bisoke from Wilderness Bisate.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Wilderness Bisate's sophisticated architectural design is rooted in Rwandan building tradition.

Photographer credit: CrookesAndJackson
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Stately silverback.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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The dominant silverback determines the movements of his group.
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View towards Volcanoes National Park from the hill behind Wilderness Bisate.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Golden monkey (Cercopithecus kandti).
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The trail to Dian Fossey's tomb takes trekkers through impressive rainforest vegetation.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Dian Fossey is buried alongside the gravesite of her beloved gorillas.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Dian Fossey established her research centre at Karisoke between Karisimbe and Bisoke volcanoes.

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Wilderness Bisate offers guests the opportunity to engage with local community members.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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More than 70,000 saplings have already been planted through Wilderness Bisate's reforestation project.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Wilderness Bisate provides gaiters for your rainforest treks.
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The dining area at Wilderness Bisate.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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En-suite bathroom in a Forest Villa.

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Forest Villa bedroom.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Cosy fireplaces are standard in each Forest Villa.

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Wilderness Bisate is committed to habitat restoration on our 43-hectare property.

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Dine under rainforest-inspired lighting.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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The design concept for Wilderness Bisate pays tribute to Rwandan royalty.

Photographer credit: CrookesAndJackson
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Community members make a living introducing visitors to Rwanda's inspiring culture.

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Young mountain gorillas stay close to their mothers up to the age of eight when they become more independent.

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Splashes of emerald green throughout the lodge are redolent of the surrounding rainforest.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Take in the views over Volcanoes National Park.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Wilderness Bisate's pioneering reforestation project has already seen some 70,000 indigenous trees planted.

Photographer credit: CrookesAndJackson
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Wilderness Bisate is located in the natural amphitheatre of an eroded volcanic cone.
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Every guest has the opportunity to contribute to Wilderness Bisate's reforestation project.

Photographer credit: CrookesAndJackson
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Wilderness Bisate enjoys dramatic views of Bisoke and Karisimbi volcanoes.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Mother and infant, Titus Group.

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Traditional dancers stir the mood.

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"You are, each one of you, an amazing reflection of the beauty, kindness and generosity of Rwanda, and you have all contributed to each of us falling hopelessly in love with this spectacular country". - Guest comment
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Tuck in to hearty, wholesome fare.

Photographer credit: CrookesAndJackson
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Welcome to Wilderness Bisate.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Delicious meals are created from locally sourced ingredients.

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Lunch is served on the deck.

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Gaiters are provided for trekking and hikes in the national park

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Infant mountain gorillas stay with their mothers for several years.

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Bisate is in the best location for a holistic gorilla experience in Rwanda

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Pensive primate.

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The sumptuous en-suite Forest Villas maximise comfort, warmth and views.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Enjoy sweeping views over Volcanoes National Park.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Enjoy a therapeutic spa treatment after the morning's activities.

Photographer credit: CrookesAndJackson
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More than 70,000 saplings have already been planted through Wilderness Bisate's reforestation project.
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Wilderness Bisate's agronomists are integral to our reforestation project.

Photographer credit: CrookesAndJackson
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Meet members of the community on a Bisate village walk.

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Pyrethrum is a natural insect repellant and important cash crop for Rwandan farmers.
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A community walk in Wilderness Bisate is highly rewarding.

Photographer credit: CrookesAndJackson
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Wilderness Bisate lounge and bar area.

Photographer credit: Dana Allen
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Wilderness Bisate's Forest Villas blend effortlessly into the surrounding landscape.

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Bisate Lodge is located in the natural amphitheatre of an eroded volcanic cone and has dramatic views of the peaks of the volcanoes Bisoke and Karisimbi rearing up through the Afro-alpine forests of nearby Volcanoes National Park. Six cosy and luxurious en-suite villas maximise comfort and views while retaining environmental principles and reflecting the culture of rural Rwanda. Each guest contributes to Bisate’s biodiversity conservation and local community projects – making a far-reaching impact on an iconic Critically Endangered species: the mountain gorilla.

Aside from tracking one of the several habituated gorilla groups, activities include visiting nearby natural attractions, hiking to Dian Fossey’s grave, and observing the Park’s group of Endangered endemic golden monkeys. Walks on Bisate’s property offer birding and participation in the efforts of the lodges reforestation programme.

INSIDER’S TIP: Bisate is within easy driving distance of Volcanoes National Park Headquarters, from where gorilla treks depart daily, but far enough away from the hustle and bustle of the many other gorilla lodges.

Although spacious (each villa measures 91 square metres), the Forest Villas feel warm and intimate, thanks to the carefully designed layout which includes a reception area, luxury bedroom and en-suite bathroom – all warmed by a generous central fireplace.

With only six villas, the true luxury lies in the exclusivity and privacy that surrounds Bisate and the rare, raw beauty of its setting, tucked into the phenomenal abundance of Albertine Rift biodiversity with glorious views in every direction.

TYPE:

Accommodation

MIN. CHILD AGE:

SPECIAL INTERESTS:

Birding

History & Culture

Nature

Wildlife

PROPERTY FACILITIES:

Bar

ROOM FACILITIES:

Bath

Electrical Outlets

En-Suite

Fireplace

Hair Dryer

Heated Towel Rails

Internet Access (Complimentary)

Laundry Service (Complimentary)

Mini Bar

Safe

Tea / Coffee

Verandah

AVAILABLE SERVICES:

Credit Card Facilities

ACTIVITIES ON SITE:

Bird Watching

Massages

Natural History Tours

Walks (Guided)

ACTIVITIES NEARBY:

Cultural Tours

Gorilla Tracking

Historical Tours