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Mantis Kivu Marina Bay Hotel

Mantis Kivu Marina Bay Hotel invites you to experience a resort lifestyle in the Rusizi District of the Western Province of Rwanda. This luxury hotel is located in close proximity of Lake Kivu and Nyungwe National Park in the western region of Rwanda, located just 1km from Kamembe Airport in Cyangugu, Rwanda. It is designed to accommodate a convention centre, lake view swimming pool, parking area and a luxurious health spa. The hotel compromises an upscale lobby, restaurant and bar, spa and gym. The appealing look of the Kivu Marina Bay creates an inviting atmosphere to visitors coming from all parts of the world and Rwanda. It has a beautiful view of the southern lake and surrounding islands. Guests who stay here will be treated to the luxuries and comfort of the individual rooms as well as the experience to visit areas that are home to an array of stunning and rare wildlife. Guests can venture to Volcanoes National Park, getting up close to rare monkeys and birds, visit Nyungwe National Park and walk amongst nature trails at Lake Kivu.

The Retreat by Heaven

Town & Country and The New York Times call The Retreat in Rwanda one of the top new hotels in the world in 2018. The American owners of Heaven Restaurant created The Retreat, a 12-room luxury boutique hotel located on a tree-lined street steps from Kigali City Center and 20 minutes from the airport. Due to great success in their first 2 years they are expanding! 8 new luxury pool villas and a new wine lounge are under construction and will be open by December 2020. The Retreat is Kigali’s first eco-friendly resort and features solar electricity, organic toiletries, locally-crafted furniture from a Tanzanian sustainable teak farm, outdoor showers, private terraces, a yoga and meditation room, spa, large heated saltwater swimming pool with jacuzzi and diving rocks, and an open-air fitness centre. Fusion Restaurant and its Swahili-inspired bar, located at The Retreat, offer delicious farm-to-table international cuisine.

Bisate Lodge

Bisate Lodge hosts dramatic views of the Bisoke and Karisimbi volcano peaks rising through the forests of nearby Volcanoes National Park. Exploring around Bisate includes community visits, birding, golden monkey tracking, helping reforest the area, Gorilla Guardian Village, the Twin Lakes of Ruhondo and Burera, as well as Dian Fossey’s burial site. Guests will stay in one of six opulent en-suite Forest Villas, warmed by a central fireplace and offering breath-taking views from the deck. Both the architecture and interiors are rooted in Rwandan cultural traditions. The vision of Bisate is to be a model of sustainable ecotourism in Rwanda. Its reforestation and rehabilitation projects have each guest partnering with us and contributing to biodiversity conservation and local community upliftment, making a far-reaching positive impact on an iconic endangered species: the mountain gorilla. A stay at Bisate Lodge will have you in wonderment, promising one of the most thrilling safari destinations in Africa.

Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge

Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge is Rwanda’s ﬁrst ever community owned lodge. The 5-star lodge boasts a prime location, set on the edge of the Parc National des Volcanos in a lush green property of 11 hectares, enjoying breath-taking and dramatic views of the surrounding volcanoes. All guest cottages are discretely situated in the folds of the hills and amongst the verdant vegetation of the Sabyinyo property. Each beautifully appointed en-suite cottage, with its country-chic style and open log fires, is an ideal haven of warmth and luxury. The cottages host the perfect base from which to explore this unique and fascinating corner of Africa. The main lodge building is designed with guests in mind – with assorted seating areas in the main lounge, reception and an entertainment room providing intimate privacy, or the opportunity to meet other guests. The cuisine at the lodge is nothing short of delightful, both on the eyes and palate, matched with exceptional service and truly magical atmospheres.

Tongole Wilderness Lodge

Nestled in the unspoilt beauty of Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve is Tongole Wilderness Retreat, a luxury lodge on the bank of the Bua River. Within the serenity of the open-air private suites you can slumber in the wild and reconnect to nature at its finest. Across the many miles of reserve you can spot elephants, lions, buffalo and many more animals as they trek the verdant forests and mountains that surround you. Listen to the birdsong, canoe peacefully along the river, and relax back at the pool overlooking the water – this retreat can help you find peace in a place where nature runs the show. Dine on gourmet meals, explore the vast wilderness and truly escape into Malawi’s largest and most unspoilt wildlife reserve.

Chelinda Lodge

Located within the Nyika National Park in northern Malawi, Chelinda Lodge offers you a luxurious safari experience within the peaceful, undisturbed landscape of the Nyika Plateau. Nyika is Swahili for hinterland, a wilderness unlike any other, and this ecosystem offers you an abundance of animal and plant life to marvel at. Take a game drive out into the grassland and spot zebras and antelope, or take part in a night drive and see if you can find the elusive leopards – many people do! At Chelinda Lodge, they have perfectly balanced the rugged wilderness with luxurious elements, like their fantastic gourmet dinners. No two days are the same; choose to venture out over the highlands on mountain bikes, or laze around the forest on the lodge’s doorstep. Within the beauty of Nyika National Park, nature is abundant, just as the opportunity to explore it is too.

Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp

Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp is located in the dense and biodiverse Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. 10 luxury safari tents offer all creature comforts whilst being environmentally conscious and ecologically respectful. Rooms are surrounded by forest, filled with natural light and decorated in earth tones, with private verandas perfect for relaxing and immersing yourself in nature. Guests can dine in the dining cottage, with outstanding views of the rainforest guests will never leave dinner disappointed – with the food or with the view. The main activity on offer at Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Lodge is gorilla tracking, hike to a habituated family of gorillas and spend some time marvelling at their friendliness, beauty and power. After tracking gorillas the rest of the forest is waiting to be explored, and guests can go on a variety of hikes which lead to prime bird watching areas and the surrounding local communities. After a long day exploring guests can wind down with a stress-relieving massage from the spa.

Lemala Wildwaters Lodge

In a truly unique location, surrounded by the rushing waters of the River Nile sits Lemala Wildwaters Lodge. Nestled within a wild rainforest the lodge feels solitary and private, allowing guests to immerse themselves within nature. The suites feel modern, yet authentic and traditional, with handcrafted furniture, comfortable beds and a muted colour palette which keeps attention focused on the stunning surroundings. Each room comes with its own private balcony which comes complete with a freestanding bathtub, where guests can soak and relax, listening to the water rush past them. Spending time on the water is also the main activity at Wildwaters, with white water rafting, kayaking or a Nile cruise all exciting ways to explore this section of the river.

Crater Safari Lodge

Crater Safari Lodge is situated on the very edge of Kibale National Park, and overlooks the second largest crater lake in Uganda. The Lodge consists of a large and spacious main lounge and dining area, with a high thatched roof and cosy sofas and armchairs placed around with breathtaking views over the lake and surroundings. Honeymoon suites offer the very best in luxury, the suite is authentic, with a large cosy bed and a deep bathtub in the ensuite. The luxury chalets offer exceptional views and are traditionally built, and the cabinas are comfortable, with direct access to the large sparkling swimming pool. Crater Safari Lodge is ideally placed to explore the diverse landscapes and forests.

Mount Gahinga Lodge

Nestled in amongst a diverse rainforest, Mount Gahinga Lodge sits just on the edge of the stunning Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Guests can stay in unique and authentic African inspired bandas, with touches of modern-day luxuries. The bandas are comfortable, and spacious – full of bright African light and natural features. A wealth of activities are available from the lodge, with exploration of the stunning surroundings starting right on the doorstep. Hikes can take you through the luscious rainforest and up the three peaks of Mt. Gahinga, Mt. Muhavura or Mt. Sabyinyo. Guests have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to track mountain gorillas or golden monkeys on a hike into the national park, which is a very rewarding experience.

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