Nyungwe Forest Lodge is situated in Gisakura, a working tea plantation, on the edge of the Nyungwe Forest National Park, a haven for primates in Africa’s largest mountain rainforest – right at your doorstep.
The lodge was set up in 2010 and has fast become a favorite with tourists in the area. It has some of the best facilities in Rwanda and very good service.
Designed to fit harmoniously within its beautiful natural surroundings, Nyungwe Forest Lodge offers guests exceptional 5 star comfort and ensures an experience rich in local culture, fluently fused with quality service and African courtesy.
The Nyungwe Forest is the largest mountain rainforest on the African continent with over 13 different species of primates, representing 20% of all the apes in Africa.
Meals
Usually, the bookings are on a full board basis therefore the meals are included in the prices set for the accommodation. Experienced chefs prepare the meals.
Nyungwe Lodge has two common areas: dining and lounge. The dining area has an outdoor deck and this is perfect for the sundowners.
One can enjoy some coffee or tea as you watch the sunset. Apart from the restaurant, you can opt to have your tea or coffee at your Balcony since all rooms have a balcony.
The restaurant offers a 4-course menu for lunch and dinner and an English breakfast. Bottled drinking water is free and provided in rooms.
Accommodation
Nyungwe Forest Lodge consists of 22 luxury rooms which are situated in 6 wooden villas of four rooms each. There are also two presidential suites in separate villas with one of these having a Jacuzzi.
This is a luxury lodge and as such the rooms are modern fit-outs and well decorated with traditional touches.
Each room is equipped with private decks which offer views overlooking the vast forest terrain. It has comfortable luxury rooms, one of them even has a jacuzzi.
You can either dine outdoors, in the restaurant, or in your room. The rooms have modern and beautiful decoration and some traditional craft works.
After a long day, you can spend some quality time at your private decks enjoying the view of the forest canopy
There is access to WIFI and telephone services, so you can communicate with people back home.
There are also satellite TVs in the rooms to keep you in touch with the rest of the world.
Room / Suite Configuration:
- 15 x King bedded luxury rooms sleeping a max of 2 adults each
- 5 x Twin bedded luxury rooms sleeping a max of 2 adults each
- 2 x King bedded suites (both connect with a second twin-bedded luxury room)
Rooms / Suites Features
- Fireplace
- Air conditioning
- Private mini-bar
- Tea and coffee-making facilities
- Hairdryer
- Electronic safe (laptop size)
- International electric adaptors
- Private deck
Facilities
Swim in the heated rim-flow swimming pool with views into the rainforest.
Socialize at the poolside boma, ideal for sundowners, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the forest.
Pamper yourself in the relaxation retreat with 2 treatment rooms and a Jacuzzi pool.
Select mementos and gifts for friends and loved ones in the boutique store.
Keep trim in the fitness center with a treadmill, cycle, and free weights.
Get down to business in the conference facilities with AV equipment accommodating up to 16 delegates.
Enjoy refined style and service in the tea lounge.
Spoil your taste buds in the all-day dining restaurant or enjoy exclusivity on the private dining terrace.
Laundry service for people on the go.
Stay connected with Wireless internet access at the main lodge building.
The main lodge building is wheelchair friendly with relevant facilities.
Activities
Guests at the lodge have the opportunity to go chimpanzee tracking, go on guided walking through Nyungwe forest, and enjoy the canopy walk and bird watching in Nyungwe Forest National Park. You can also visit the Kamiranzovu Swamps or have a walk at the Waterfalls.
For any more information or safari booking check out our page on Accommodations in and around Nyungwe Forest or get in touch with our reservation team at info@rwandaecocompany.com they will be there at your service.