Le’ Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Le bambou gorilla lodge is classified as mid-range lodging (3-star) located in the Kinigi sector of the Ruhengeri Musanze region in Rwanda’s Northern Province, in proximity to Volcanoes National Park, the habitat of endangered mountain gorillas. The resort is ideally located for gorilla trekking, just a 10-minute drive from the park headquarters. Traveling by vehicle from Kigali International Airport to the lodge takes approximately 2 to 3 hours, whereas a flight to Ruhengeri airstrip requires about 45 minutes. The lodge offers comfortable, ambient accommodations and is business-friendly, featuring stunning views of the volcanoes.
Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge consists of 23 sophisticated and pleasant self-contained rooms constructed in traditional Rwandan style using local materials such as bamboo, indigenous stones, and grass thatched roofs. Rooms are elegantly adorned and equipped with high-standard private en suite facilities, including clean flushing toilets, hot and cold showers, mosquito nets, complimentary bottled water, free toiletries, wooden chairs, and more amenities. Rooms feature individual balconies, sitting spaces, and patios, allowing you to unwind while admiring the breathtaking vistas of the three volcanic mountains, exquisite gardens, and surrounding landscapes. Rooms are equipped with superior amenities, like clean bedding and ceiling fans. The lodge features fires where guests may unwind and exchange stories about their vacation, providing comfort during nighttime and cold days. Rooms varies in size and classification, including singles, doubles, twins, and triple or family accommodations. Room rates start at $200 per person per night and may increase during peak seasons compared to low seasons.
Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge provides a variety of services and amenities, including a restaurant within the main building that offers an array of international and African-inspired dishes tailored to guests’ preferences; buffet breakfast, garden lunch, and dinner served by well-trained, amiable, and efficient staff, with dining options available in the gardens. A well stocked bar featuring a communal lounge offers a diverse selection of local refreshments, cocktails, wines, spirits, and foreign beers. Guests can unwind and enjoy cocktails while taking in the breathtaking views of the Virunga volcanoes, vibrant gardens, and the surrounding landscape. Complimentary parking is provided, along with airport transportation services. Laundry facilities are accessible, and Wi-Fi is available at the lodge, allowing guests to maintain communication with family and friends. Business centers are equipped with meeting spaces, and honeymoon packages are offered, among other amenities. Superb and comfortable clean linens. A craft shop is accessible inside the hotel, offering a variety of African-style goods, including shoes, clothing, and safari needs, among others.
Volcanoes National Park is the largest and most frequented national park located in the northwestern region of Rwanda.The park encompasses an area of 505 square miles of rainforest and is bordered by five volcanoes in the Virunga Mountains: Karisimbi, Bisoke, Muhabura, Gahinga, and Sabinyo. Additionally, there are two active volcanoes, Mauna Loa and Kilauea, about 25 miles apart. In addition to Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda features various other parks, including Nyungwe and Akagera National Parks, each having distinct attractions. Despite being a small landlocked country, tourism is the predominant and rapidly growing sector in Rwanda.
The park offers several accommodations—budget, mid-range, and luxury—that are handy and inexpensive for every tourist’s financial capacity. The lodge was specifically designed for guests visiting the park. Numerous activities are available at Gorilla Solution Lodge, including gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park due to the lodge’s proximity to the park, mountain climbing and hiking to volcanic summits, bird watching in the park, guided community walks in local villages, golden monkey tracking, nature walks in the forests, cycling, cave explorations, and cultural tours such as Iby’iwacu. Urban Excursion Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, has numerous attractions, including the genocide memorial, Kimironko Market, and various other activities. The optimal period for tracking gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, occurs throughout the rainy season, specifically from February to March, July, August, September, October, and mid-December. The cost of a gorilla permit in Rwanda is $1,500. Rwanda is home to three tribes: Hutu, Tutsi, and Twa, each distinct in their characteristics, attracting visitors during Rwanda Tours.
