Amakoro Songa Lodge

A picture-perfect lodge in the homeland of the regal mountain gorilla - it's a dream!

If you've ever wondered where the wild things are, we think we've found your answer. Hidden from any lingering thoughts of city life, Amakoro has made its home amidst the swirling mountains of Rwanda where trekking into the lush rainforests to...

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About Amakoro Songa Lodge

If you've ever wondered where the wild things are, we think we've found your answer. Hidden from any lingering thoughts of city life, Amakoro has made its home amidst the swirling mountains of Rwanda where trekking into the lush rainforests to find families of gorillas quickly will become a memory that'll last you a lifetime. Designed to leave only the lightest footprint, the lodge makes conservation a top priority and once you're nestled on a chair in the flower-filled gardens, you'll easily see why. You'll find yourself charmed by local culture as you share homestyle meals and watch the leaping Intore Dance Troupe as a fire crackles nearby.

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From $940 person/night

Lodge

8 Rooms

Volcanoes, Rwanda

What you'll love

The attention to detail is immaculate - there's even a post-trekking eucalyptus foot soak with your name on it at the spa!

Insiders tip

While you're at Amakoro, get into the conservation spirit by planting and naming a tree in the lodge's reforestation grove.

Something to think about

As with most lodges in Rwanda, the journey there isn't the easy-breezy type but we're here to make your trip as smooth as possible.

The property

Amakoro has a singular style and it firmly believes in a community spirit. The bar is cosy and fresh with a bamboo wall of hanging lanterns, leopard-print couches made with textured wood and a TV by the fireplace. If you'd prefer a night under the stars, drinks around the outdoor fireplace and dinners in the quiet of the bush are pretty magical. Meals made with plenty of local flair and ingredients are also available in the shared dining space (blankets are provided for chillier nights).

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The rooms

Along cobbled pathways lined with colourful shrubbery, there are eight luxury cottages decorated in sage green. The interiors are a blend of rustic furnishings (large beds made from rough-hewn wood and hand-woven mirrors) and simple style. Thick drapes keep the light out before throw them open to enjoy misty mountain views from your patio. Each cabin has a vanity and sitting area with plush leather couches and a fireplace. The bathrooms feature gloriously deep tubs to enjoy a soak after trekking into the forest.

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Activities

Birding

Bush Walks

Cultural

Gorillas

The out-and-out star of this trip is a hike through the lush and leafy forests of the Virungas to find troops of gorillas as they rustle and play. While you're in town, spend some time spying on a different primate - the startling Golden Monkey, as they leap between bamboo stalks. And for an extra helping of adventure, explore overgrown caves high in the mountains. Journey to a nearby village to hear stories from the elders and share a picnic together. When you're all trekked out, return to the lodge for a lengthy dip in the hot tub.

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