
Rwanda
Bisate Reserve
Of royalty and rainforests.
A sanctuary for those with a distinct palate for adventure. Africa's most thrilling primate experience served up in style.

Let us introduce you to Bisate Reserve
DESTINATIONS
Wilderness Bisate Reserve
Wilderness Bisate Reserve
Reserved for connoisseurs of conservation
Enter a world of regal indulgence in Rwanda at Wilderness Bisate Reserve, the brand-new sister camp to multi-award-winning Wilderness Bisate – and now the grandest way to see the gorillas. From your nest perched on the crest of a forested slope, cast your eyes over Volcanoes National Park. An extraordinary sanctuary, where the fusion of tradition and luxury transcends the ordinary.




Bisate Reserve moments
A reserve: a mark of exceptional quality. Something to be savoured. Cherished. Indulged in. Wilderness Bisate Reserve is no exception. Located within walking distance of iconic Wilderness Bisate, but out of sight, Bisate Reserve not only offers an elevated position that makes you feel as if you are in the heart of the rainforest, it's a sublimely uplifting experience.




Bisate Reserve moments
A reserve: a mark of exceptional quality. Something to be savoured. Cherished. Indulged in. Wilderness Bisate Reserve is no exception. Located within walking distance of iconic Wilderness Bisate, but out of sight, Bisate Reserve not only offers an elevated position that makes you feel as if you are in the heart of the rainforest, it's a sublimely uplifting experience.
Accommodation
Cuisine
THE DETAILS
Wilderness Bisate Reserve
A mud-room to prepare for gorilla trekking. A climate-controlled wine tower. Three fireplaces, creating multiple cosy and private seating areas. Add to this the exclusive Bisate Kwanda day lounge’s warm and inviting space for gathering before or after your greatest adventure. The interiors invite the outside in, while reflecting the art and traditions of Rwandan culture.

Be part of the purpose
Plant a tree. Walk the nature trails. Discover the impressive diversity of life found here. And know that your stay contributes to the reforestation and rehabilitation of the land. But our pioneering projects here go beyond just protecting the iconic endangered mountain gorilla, to making a real, long-lasting, and far-reaching positive impact on everything from conservation to community.
Wi-Fi
Share your precious wildlife experience with friends and family back home. And stay connected for any last-minute business dealings.
Massages
After a rewarding day spent hiking, unwind and relax with a soothing massage.

Hot tub
Each Bisate Reserve Villa has a wood-fired hot tub on the private deck.

Day lounge
The Day Lounge celebrates the people involved in local community and conservation efforts, and those who worked closely with Diane Fossey.

Mountain gorilla
Guests trek to 1 of 12 habituated gorilla groups.

Paradise flycatcher
These flamboyant African paradise flycatchers are monogamous, often pairing for life.

Golden monkey
Endemic to the Virungas, favours bamboo forest.

Coarse chameleon
Also known as the Ruwenzori side-striped chameleon or the Rwenzori bearded chameleon.

Magical rainforest experience
Wilderness Bisate sits on the doorstep of one of Africa’s oldest national parks, Volcanoes National Park. It provides sanctuary to hundreds of the world’s 1,000 or so endangered mountain gorillas – as well as other creatures such as golden monkeys, bushbuck, buffalo, occasional elephant, and more than 200 bird species.

Gorilla trekking
Spend a precious hour with these gentle giants.

Nature and bird walks
Explore nature trials where birdlife proliferates.

Tree planting
Contribute to the lodge’s reforestation project.

Community visit
Privately guided visit to the nearby community.
Purpose

Be part of the purpose
Plant a tree. Walk the nature trails. Discover the impressive diversity of life found here. And know that your stay contributes to the reforestation and rehabilitation of the land. But our pioneering projects here go beyond just protecting the iconic endangered mountain gorilla, to making a real, long-lasting, and far-reaching positive impact on everything from conservation to community.
Facilities
Wi-Fi
Share your precious wildlife experience with friends and family back home. And stay connected for any last-minute business dealings.
Massages
After a rewarding day spent hiking, unwind and relax with a soothing massage.

Hot tub
Each Bisate Reserve Villa has a wood-fired hot tub on the private deck.

Day lounge
The Day Lounge celebrates the people involved in local community and conservation efforts, and those who worked closely with Diane Fossey.
Wildlife

Mountain gorilla
Guests trek to 1 of 12 habituated gorilla groups.

Paradise flycatcher
These flamboyant African paradise flycatchers are monogamous, often pairing for life.

Golden monkey
Endemic to the Virungas, favours bamboo forest.

Coarse chameleon
Also known as the Ruwenzori side-striped chameleon or the Rwenzori bearded chameleon.
Area

Magical rainforest experience
Wilderness Bisate sits on the doorstep of one of Africa’s oldest national parks, Volcanoes National Park. It provides sanctuary to hundreds of the world’s 1,000 or so endangered mountain gorillas – as well as other creatures such as golden monkeys, bushbuck, buffalo, occasional elephant, and more than 200 bird species.
Activities

Gorilla trekking
Spend a precious hour with these gentle giants.

Nature and bird walks
Explore nature trials where birdlife proliferates.

Tree planting
Contribute to the lodge’s reforestation project.

Community visit
Privately guided visit to the nearby community.
Bisate Reserve experiences
Birding
Encounter Africa’s gentle giants in the wild
Conservation experiences
Local culture
Nature walks
MAP
Explore camps around Volcanoes National Park
On the edge of Volcanoes National Park, one of the world’s premier places for viewing mountain gorillas, Wilderness Bisate Reserve is situated at a breathtaking altitude, with an unparalleled 360-degree panoramic view of the rainforested slopes of six majestic, dormant Virungas volcanoes, including Bisoke, Karisimbi and Mikeno.
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Bisate Reserve featured stories

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