Wilderness Sabyinyo | Luxury Stays in Rwanda

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Breathe deep, feel the mountain mist, and walk with giants

Conservation Focus

Honeymoon

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Gorilla Trekking

Stays

Six spacious cottages, two luxurious suites, and one family cottage with fireplaces, large terraces, and views of the Virunga volcanoes.

Adventures

Gorilla trekking. Golden monkey tracking. Volcano hikes. Village walks and cultural tours. Birding in the gardens. Massage and wellness

Features

Hilltop location with panoramic volcano views. Owner-hosted warmth and personal service. Farm-to-table cuisine and cozy fireplaces. Social-impact lodge supporting local communities. Easy access to park HQ for trekking.

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Wilderness Sabyinyo is made for travelers with big dreams: gorilla treks, golden monkey adventures, and Rwandan culture at your doorstep. This is the lodge for couples, solo explorers, families, and groups who want authentic connection, world-class guiding, and a direct positive impact on local communities.

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Every sunrise at Sabyinyo brings anticipation. Gorilla treks, volcano hikes, village visits, and peaceful garden moments, all from a cozy base with Rwandan hospitality.

Wilderness Sabyinyo Sustainability In Action

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Wilderness Sabyinyo is community owned and managed in partnership with local people. Each stay directly funds conservation and local healthcare, education, and business initiatives.

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Every sunrise at Sabyinyo brings anticipation. Gorilla treks, volcano hikes, village visits, and peaceful garden moments, all from a cozy base with Rwandan hospitality.

Wilderness Sabyinyo Sustainability In Action

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Travel with Impact

Wilderness Sabyinyo is community owned and managed in partnership with local people. Each stay directly funds conservation and local healthcare, education, and business initiatives.

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2 Luxury Suites

2 Luxury Suite

2 guests | King-size four-poster bed

From $1000 pp/night

Spacious and private, these romantic suites feature king-size four-poster beds, elegant interiors, expansive seating areas, and uninterrupted volcano views—perfect for honeymooners or those seeking refined seclusion.

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Family Cottages

Family Cottage

5 guests | King-size four-poster bed

From $1000 pp/night

A generous two-bedroom cottage with separate ensuite bathrooms and a shared veranda, designed for families or small groups to connect, relax, and experience gorilla country in comfort and style.

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6 Stone Cottages

6 Stone Cottage

2 guests | Twin / Double

From $1000 pp/night

Charming stone cottages with cozy fireplaces, private verandas, and ensuite bathrooms, offering serene views of the mist-covered Virunga Volcanoes. Ideal for couples or friends seeking comfort and immersion in nature.

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Every sunrise at Sabyinyo brings anticipation. Gorilla treks, volcano hikes, village visits, and peaceful garden moments, all from a cozy base with Rwandan hospitality.

Wilderness Sabyinyo Sustainability In Action

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Travel with Impact

Wilderness Sabyinyo is community owned and managed in partnership with local people. Each stay directly funds conservation and local healthcare, education, and business initiatives.

View Fact Sheet

Book Now

Let us craft your gorilla trekking adventure.

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor-made journey, combining Sabyinyo’s unique mountain lodge, wildlife treks, and Rwandan culture.

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Wilderness Sabyinyo Sustainability In Action

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Travel with Impact

Wilderness Sabyinyo is community owned and managed in partnership with local people. Each stay directly funds conservation and local healthcare, education, and business initiatives.

View Fact Sheet

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor-made journey, combining Sabyinyo’s unique mountain lodge, wildlife treks, and Rwandan culture.

Book Now

Let us craft your gorilla trekking adventure.

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor-made journey, combining Sabyinyo’s unique mountain lodge, wildlife treks, and Rwandan culture.

Choose Your Experience

Every sunrise at Sabyinyo brings anticipation. Gorilla treks, volcano hikes, village visits, and peaceful garden moments, all from a cozy base with Rwandan hospitality.

Why you'll stay forever

Signature Sabyinyo Experiences

Steps from Gorilla Trekking

Enjoy fresh, seasonal meals sourced from the lodge’s gardens and nearby communities—celebrating local ingredients and low-impact living.

Steps from Gorilla Trekking

Located just minutes from the Volcanoes National Park entrance, the lodge is ideally positioned for early-morning gorilla and golden monkey treks.

Community-Owned Conservation

The first community-owned lodge in Rwanda, Wilderness Sabyinyo directs profits to SACOLA, a local trust supporting education, conservation, and rural livelihoods.

Community-Owned Conservation

Hand-built cottages with cozy fireplaces and panoramic views of the Virunga peaks offer quiet luxury and natural beauty in every direction.

Fireplace Warmth

Each cottage and suite has a wood-burning fireplace for cozy nights and mountain comfort.

Easy Park Access

Located just minutes from Volcanoes National Park headquarters for early gorilla trek starts and flexible schedules.

Wellness and Massage

Relax after trekking with massages and wellness treatments in tranquil garden settings.

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Connections Matter!

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team during a live consultation, and together we’ll plan your perfect journey.

Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.

From the Wild at Heart

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“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

Where on earth

BE BOLD.
GO SOMEWHERE NEW.

Location

Rwanda / Africa

-1.4737, 29.5944

Kinigi, near Volcanoes National Park, Musanze District, Rwanda

NEAREST AIRPORT

Kigali International Airport KGL

Fly into Kigali KGL, road transfer 2.5 hours to Sabyinyo via Musanze, or private helicopter available

BEST TIME TO VISIT

June to September, December to February

Drier months make gorilla trekking easier and offer best conditions for volcano hikes and wildlife. March to May and November are lush and quiet with fewer travelers.

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