A comfortable mountain lodge, Volcanoes Virunga Lodge is set on the crown of a high hill overlooking the five extinct Virunga Volcanoes and has almost 360-degree views of the surrounding area. A patchwork of farmland and the beautiful volcanic Lakes Ruhondo and Bulera lie below, ringed by the volcanoes's calderas and far hills. Volcanoes Virunga Lodge is built in the local style from wood and stone and has a tranquil atmosphere. In the evenings, you can relax around a log fire and tell stories about the day's adventures in the jungle, tracking gorillas or golden monkeys.

The lodge has been built to high environmentally-friendly standards; rainwater is collected and electricity is provided by solar power. Activities to enjoy at Volcanoes Virunga Lodge include gorilla trekking, golden monkey tracking, a visit to renowned primatologist and conservationist Dian Fossey's grave, and hikes to the top of the volcanoes.

Highlights

• Perfect base for a gorilla-trekking safari - or track golden monkeys
• Panoramic views of the volcanic lakes and Virungas Volcanoes
• Peaceful terraced gardens and honeymoon bandas
• Environmentally-friendly design amid satisfying birding

Activities

• ANIMAL TRACKING EXPERIENCE
• BIRD WATCHING
• GUIDED WALKS
• HIKING
• HISTORICAL TOURS
• LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
• LOCAL VILLAGE VISITS
• GORILLA TRACKING

There is very little that can beat the views you will get from this lodge, you feel like you are on top of the world. Add to this a selection of activities, friendly staff, and good food and you have the perfect combination for an unforgettable stay.

Rooms

Standard Banda

Virunga Lodge has four double and two twin bandas beautifully furnished and equipped for a warm and cozy stay in the mountains of Rwanda. Each room has a private en-suite bathroom, a private terrace overlooking panoramic vistas of Volcanoes National Park, and a fireplace to take the chill out of the air in the evenings.

Deluxe Banda

The Deluxe Bandas provide a touch more space and elegance, perfect for honeymooners and families. Soak in dramatic landscape views from your sunny terrace, enjoy a nightcap in the spacious lounge area with the crackling fire keeping you toasty, and rest up in between your gorilla and golden monkey treks in the comfortable beds.

Facilities

The stone lodge has a wide wrap-around veranda from which to appreciate the exceptional views across the lakes. Inside the lodge is a cosy lounge with a central fireplace and a small bar area. The dining room features one large table where all guests dine together. Treat yourself to a relaxing massage, particularly welcome after a day tracking the gorillas or other primates.

Dining

Three meals are served each day in the dining room, and morning tea or coffee is brought to your room with your wake-up call. Depending on your activities, the lodge will make you a packed lunch or prepare lunch for you when you return. A 3-course dinner is served each evening. Food is healthy, wholesome, and plentiful - essential when you return tired and hungry from a hard day's tracking!