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Singita Kwitonda Lodge
Kinigi, Northern, Rwanda · Singita · Apex Luxury
Named after a legendary silverback gorilla, Singita Kwitonda Lodge opened in August 2019 on a 178-acre site bordering Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park, home to more than a third of the world's remaining mountain gorillas. Built from volcanic rock and hand-fired terracotta brick, the lodge houses a conservation lounge that traces Dian Fossey's gorilla research alongside the geology of the volcanoes it takes its name from, and doubles as a buffer between farmland and the gorillas' protected forest.
- 11 rooms
- Opened 2019
- Neighborhood: Nyange
About Singita Kwitonda Lodge
- Kwitonda is named after a real silverback gorilla, and the lodge sits directly on the boundary of Volcanoes National Park, home to more than a third of the world's remaining mountain gorillas.
- The lodge was built from locally sourced volcanic rock and hand-fired terracotta brick rather than imported materials.
- A conservation lounge inside the lodge tells the story of Dian Fossey's gorilla research, whose Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund guests can also visit nearby.
- Kwitonda functions as a deliberate buffer zone between surrounding farmland and the protected gorilla habitat, with forest elephants occasionally wandering down to the property.
History
Named after a legendary silverback gorilla, Singita Kwitonda Lodge opened in August 2019 on a 178-acre site bordering Volcanoes National Park. The lodge was constructed using locally sourced materials such as volcanic rock and hand-fired terracotta bricks, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and the local Rwandan culture. It serves as a conservation-focused buffer between agricultural land and the protected home of the endangered mountain gorilla.
The setting
10 km from RN8 road.
Experiences
- Akarabo Nursery — On-site nursery offering quiet meals or conversations with local craftspeople about the traditions shaping the place.
- Gorilla Trekking — Treks into high-altitude forests in Volcanoes National Park, home to more than a third of the world's remaining mountain gorillas.
- Golden Monkey Trekking — Treks into bamboo forests to see endemic golden monkeys.
- Volcano and hikes — Hikes to the volcanoes and to Dian Fossey's gravesite in Volcanoes National Park.
- Farm-to-Table Garden — Learn where your food comes from through the lodge's farm-to-table garden and open kitchen.
- Conservation Room — Conservation lounge telling the story of the land's heritage, from Dian Fossey's gorilla conservation work to the volcanoes' geology.
Amenities
- Private heated plunge pools and outdoor showers
- Indoor and outdoor fireplaces in all suites
- On-site Akarabo Nursery and farm-to-table garden
- Dedicated Gear Room with technical trekking equipment
- Conservation Room for wildlife education and awareness
- Wine cellar offering tastings and premium selections
- All-inclusive
Awards
- MICHELIN Two Keys (2026)
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