WHERE TO STAY IN GISHWATI MUKURA NATIONAL PARK
Where to stay in Gishwati Mukura National Park: Before you think of visiting any destination, first, you need to be certain about where to stay. Like other Rwanda safari destinations, a tour in Gishwati-Mukura National Park requires guests to book where they can have overnight stay depending on how long they will be exploring the park.
Unlike other fully developed Rwanda safaris destinations such as Nyungwe Forest National Park, Akagera National Park or Volcanoes National Park, Gishwati Mukura still has fewer accommodation choices. Adjacent to it, there also exist numerous accommodation to consider for overnight stay. To guide you plan a successful Rwanda tour holiday, here is the list of comfortable places or accommodation to consider for overnight stay.
Gishwati Lodge
Gishwati Lodge is the luxury accommodation available for tourists visiting Gishwati-Mukura National Park to consider for overnight stay. This is the sister lodging facility of Bisate Lodge which is built at Volcanoes National Park. Gishwati Lodge is 6 (six) rustic cottages and has a capacity of about 12pax.
The base of Gishwati Lodge, guests can enjoy clear view of primates, birds and other surrounding floral species. Spending overnight at this luxurious accommodation is allows you to indulge in a number of exceptional experiences or activities at Gishwati-Mukura National Park including chimpanzee tracking, primate trekking, nature walks or hiking safaris, birding or bird watching safaris, community visits and many others.
Nearby midrange lodging options at Gishwati-Mukura N/Park
If you are looking for mid-range or standard lodging choices, there are available options at Nyungwe National Park/Volcanoes N/Park. They include;
Emeraude Kivu Resort
Emeraude Kivu Resort is a 3-Star resort facility built right in Ruzizi District, Western Rwanda. It is located at the border with the D.R. Congo and offers remarkable views of Lake Kivu and its scenic islands.
Nyungwe Top View Hotel
Nyungwe Top View Hotel is another 3-Star hotel facility, built on high montane area near Gisakura Center in Nyamasheke district. The lodge is set in the Western side of Nyungwe Forest National Park. It provides incredible views of Nyungwe Forest, the tea plantations and Lake Kivu.
Peace Guest Hotel
Peace Guest Hotel is a 3-Star accommodation worth booking for overnight stay. It is accessible within 1 hour’s drive from Gishwati-Mukura National Park.
Golden Monkey Hotel
Golden Monkey Hotel is a comfortable accommodation facility, built in Nyamagabe district Rwanda located in the Southern Province. It is a 3-Star hotel, consisting of 25 guest rooms and has cold/hot water showers, internet and breakfast.
Budget lodges near Gishwati-Mukura National Park
- Uwinka Campsite
- Gisakura Family Hostel
- KCCEM Guesthouse
- Comoran Lodge
Activities to do – chimpanzee tracking, nature or guided hiking tours, primate tracking, birding tours, visit communities or guided cultural visits/tours, and many other.