Virunga National Park is located in the eastern part of Democratic Republic of Congo, a UNESCO world heritage site known for having the most bio-diverse protected areas covering approximately 78000 square kilometers. The park provided stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity which has played a great role in conserving wildlife. Virunga hosts the endangered mountain gorillas and provides stunning gorilla trekking experiences within their natural habitat. Other iconic wildlife species are antelopes, elephants, chimpanzees and different bird species. Here are some of the few places where you can stay during your visit to Virunga National Park.
● Mikeno Lodge
Mikeno Lodge is an eco-friendly and luxurious lodge located in Virunga National Park in Congo known for offering stunning views of Nyiragongo and Mikeno volcanoes. During your stay, you get a chance to explore the park’s diverse and rich biodiversity such as mountain gorillas, where you experience unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure experiences.
● Kibumba Tented Camp
Kibumba tented camp is a lodge located within Virunga National Park east of the Democratic Republic of Congo offering adventurous and more rustic experiences to tourists. The accommodation is known for providing a convenient and comfortable base for its clients to see the magnificent endangered mountain gorillas which is the number one key aspect within the area.
Kibumba Tented Camp is regarded as the most suitable place to stay because it is close to the borders of Rwanda and Goma and there is no way you will miss seeing the gorillas. It has a total of 18 tents each with all necessities like a private bathroom for both cold and warm showers and a comfortable bed.
● Tchegera Island Resort.
Tchegera Island Resort is a picturesque retreat located in Lake Kivu along the borders with Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo. This place offers unique and tranquil escapes for clients seeking a peaceful and natural environment. The resort has safari tents and comfortable cabins providing a rustic but comfortable experience with the stunning and beautiful views of Lake Kivu and its surroundings.
During your stay, you can enjoy the scenic beauty of the panoramic views of Lake Kivu and the Virunga mountains which creates a serene and picturesque backdrop of the view. You can also engage in activities like hiking, bird watching and kayaking in the crystal clear waters of Lake Kivu.
Lodges in Kahuzi- Biega National Park.
Kahuzi-Biega National Park is located in the eastern part of Democratic Republic of Congo established in the year 1970 covering an area of approximately 6000 square kilometers. One of the top notable features of the park is protecting the endangered eastern lowland gorillas also known as the gorilla Beringei Graueri.
Eastern lowland gorillas are one of the last strongholds among the gorilla family whose population is about 250 individuals. The park is also home to other wildlife species like chimpanzees, colobus monkeys and various bird species not forgetting the greenish lush rain forests within the park.
Below are a few places where you can stay during your visit to Kahuzi-Biega National Park,
● Mantis Kivu Bay Hotel
Mantis Kivu Bay Hotel is located in Goma east of Democratic Republic of Congo, a luxurious accommodation having a picturesque setting on the shores of Lake Kivu giving guests breathtaking views of the lake and the surrounding volcanic landscapes.
The hotel provides a range of comfortable and well-appointed rooms and suites giving clients a relaxing stay. The restaurant offers dining options of both local and international cuisines, outdoor activities like kayaking and water sports on Lake Kivu are also an added advantage of the hotel.
● L’Orchids Safari Club
L’Orchids Safari Lodge is located in eastern Congo on the shores of Lake Kivu near Kahuzi Biega National Park. The accommodation has an elegant and exceptional environment where you can enjoy your stay during your visit to the park.
The lodge has a total of 22 rooms all designed in an African and elegant traditional setting, each room having a private flushing toilet, bathroom with both cold and warm showers, and a private balcony where you get to sit, relax, and meditate.
A bar with a wide range of beverages and a restaurant with both local and international cuisines catering for all people making one have a comfortable stay.
● The Lodge Co-co
The lodge Coco is located in Bukavu in the eastern part of Congo near Kahuzi-Biega National Park. The lodge has 8 comfortable and luxurious rooms each with private and clean amenities like double beds and private bathrooms to suit a comfortable stay with this place.
The lodge coco provides an evening fireplace where you get a chance to hang out and socialize with your friends and loved ones as you sip any drink of your choice. The lodge provides private transport to clients going for gorilla trekking in Kahuzi-Biega National Park.
