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  • Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge : Cottage Exterior And Volcano Views
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Type: Luxury Lodge

Summary: Situated in the foothills of the Virunga Mountains

Feature: Trekking to see endangered Mountain Gorillas

Rooms: 6 cottages, 2 suites & 1 family cottage

Location: Volcanoes National Park , Rwanda

Nearest airport: Kigali International Airport

Transfer: 2 hours from Kigali Airport by car transfer, followed by a 10-minute walk up a steep hill. NB: Visas are required for Rwanda.

Luxury Holidays At Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge

A charming retreat nestled within the forested foothills of Rwanda’s Virunga volcanoes, Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge is an ideal addition to your tailor-made tour of Rwanda, perfectly placed for exploring the Volcanoes National Park and tracking its resident golden monkeys and mountain gorillas. Stone cottages feature large sitting rooms, fireplaces and private verandas, flaunting exceptional views over the tropical forests. From full breakfast buffets to exquisite set menus for lunch and dinner, meal times at Sabyinyo are always a treat. Enjoy delicious cuisine in the cosy dining room or on the outdoor deck, before embracing the array of outdoor activities that await in the park.

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Why Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge is so special...

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Wildlife Encounters

This lovely lodge is perfectly placed to embrace the wonderful wildlife of the Volcanoes National Park. Head out with an expert tracker as you hike in search of the hundreds of mountain gorillas that live on the slopes of the Virunga Mountains, before unwinding back in your cosy cottage. There are also trekking routes dedicated to spotting the golden monkey, while the park’s prolific birdlife is sure to impress.

Wildlife Encounters at Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge

Culture & History

As well as the incredible wildlife, a stay here allows you to learn more about the local culture. A private village tour sets off from the lodge, on which you can meet villagers going about their daily activities, joining in with local song and dance, or trying your hand at grinding sorghum with a stone. This emphasis on the local community continues through the camp’s ownership by SACOLA, a community trust that uses the income to drive socio-economic and conservation initiatives in the locality.

Culture & History at Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
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Pricing

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Accommodation and Dining Experiences

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Overview

Overview

Compact, charming and authentically Rwandan, the lodge’s luxurious accommodation compromises six one-bedroom cottages, two one-bedroom suites and a dedicated family cottage – complete with two en suite bedrooms connected by a shared veranda. Each is spacious and private, featuring a sheltered veranda, living room with fireplace, bedroom, dressing room and bathroom with lovely Cinnabar Green toiletries, handmade in Kenya with natural ingredients. Wi-Fi is available throughout the lodge.

Overview

Overview

From full breakfast buffets to exquisite set menus for lunch and dinner, meal times at Sabyinyo are always a treat. Snacks are also provided for guests heading out on gorilla treks.

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Volcanoes National Park Travel Information

Best Time To Travel

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Rwandan Franc

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Climate

Rwanda’s high season falls between June and September and then December to February, due to the lack of rain and pleasant temperatures. The rainy seasons fall between February and April and then October to November, though this can often be characterised by quick showers, so the park can certainly be enjoyed year-round and gorilla trekking occurs throughout.

Getting There

Flight Information
British Airways direct from London Heathrow to Entebbe and Nairobi. Onward connecting flights with Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Rwandair Express and Air Uganda from Entebbe to Kigali. Kenya Airways and Rwandair Express from Nairobi to Kigali. There are other routes available to Kigali - just ask your Luxury Travel Specialist.

Flight Time
From London Heathrow to Entebbe and Nairobi: 8 hours, 25 minutes.
Onward connecting flights from Nairobi and Entebbe to Kigali: 1 hour, 20 minutes.

From Kigali, it takes approximately 2.5 hours to reach Volcanoes National Park by road. Helicopter transfers can also be arranged – just ask your Luxury Travel Specialist for more details.

Gorilla Trekking

The main allure to the park and for good reason, the bamboo-covered upper slopes are home to around 300 mountain gorillas, a rare and elusive species that is only found in two places on the planet. Join an expert guide and tracker as you hike through the park in search of these incredible animals (with whom humans share around 98% of their DNA!) learning more about how they live and setting eyes on these gentle giants. Such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity includes certain requirements and rules to ensure the safety of both you and the gorillas, which you will be fully advised of before booking. You must also note that the high-altitude hiking terrain can be steep, muddy and dense – worth it for the indescribable thrill you will feel! Please note: gorilla-viewing permits cost from $1,500 (US) per person and are in high demand. We recommend booking well in advance.

Gorilla Trekking
Golden Monkeys

As well as the gorillas, the Volcanoes National Park's bamboo vegetation also houses a population of golden monkeys, a rare species that is officially listed as endangered. A knowledgeable tracker and guide will take your small group through the jungle in search of these charming, cheeky creatures as they jump between trees.

Golden Monkeys
Dian Fossey's Karisoke Research Camp

Dian Fossey was a primatologist and conservationist best known for her extensive study of mountain gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park, founding the Karisoke Research Centre in Rwanda’s Virunga mountains to protect these endangered creatures. Since her death, her work has continued through the centre, which you can visit while in the park. Learn more about the ongoing research and protection practices of gorillas, as well as exploring the interactive exhibit – featuring Dian Fossey artefacts, casts of gorilla’s nose prints and much more!

Dian Fossey's Karisoke Research Camp

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