Pioneering safari collection, Singita, has just opened the doors to its latest luxury lodges – Kwitonda Lodge and Kataza House – located at the entrance to Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. The culmination of a monumental five-year project inspired by Singita’s commitment to play a key role in the conservation of endangered mountain gorillas. Guests are invited to experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to encounter these gentle giants in their natural habitat, with more than a third of the world’s remaining population of endangered mountain gorillas finding refuge in the unspoilt forest of Volcanoes National Park.
Where: Situated on 178 acres of breathtaking land on the edge of Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda
When to go: The lodge is open all year, but we recommend visiting during Rwanda’s dry season from June to September or mid December to early February
Best for: Adventurers and nature lovers looking for a truly memorable encounter