Wilderness Safari's new lodge, Bisate Reserve in Rwanda, makes gorilla trekking a luxurious experience, with nest-like villas and delicious cuisine.
Those who’ve seen one in its natural habitat will agree: There are few African wildlife encounters as soul-stirring as locking eyes with one of our closest relatives, the gorilla. Perhaps it’s their eerily human behavior. Maybe it’s those man-like fingers, or that mutual gaze of curiosity in the beady eyes staring back. Either way, travelers are increasingly pining for primate encounters, and Africa’s gorilla trekking industry is reaping the benefits.
Even though there would’ve been plenty of space and demand for a resort double its size , the Reserve has intentionally been limited to just four villas—two of which can be connected into a family retreat. “By keeping Bisate Reserve small and intimate, we’ve created an opportunity where guests can book out the lodge privately for their families and friends,” Woodrow says. “It would work extremely well for multi-generational travelers looking for privacy and exclusivity.
And while gorilla treks are, of course, its raison d’être, the Reserve offers plenty of excursions and perks to justify lingering around an extra day or two. The roster of off-resort activities includes bird-watching walks and guided visits to the nearby village. The lodge’s communal living room, warmed with wood fire and fitted with an eclectic mix of leather sofas, rattan chairs, and African art, hosts wildlife presentations and live painting sessions with the aforementioned Uwiduhaye.
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