Singita Kwitonda Lodge
Rwanda
Singita Kwitonda Lodge sits beside Volcanoes National Park, with the Sabyinyo, Gahinga and Muhabura volcanoes providing the backdrop. Its position makes it a base for guided excursions into the high-altitude forests associated with Rwanda's mountain gorillas. The architecture draws directly on the region. Volcanic rock, river stone, handmade ceramic tiles and clay bricks made by surrounding communities give the buildings a material connection with the landscape. Planting includes bamboo, ferns and native trees. Suites combine private living spaces with outdoor areas, with heated plunge pools and fireplaces among the accommodation's features. These provide a place to recover after an active day while remaining close to the mountain setting. A conservation lounge explains the area's natural and human history, including Dian Fossey's work and the geology of the volcanoes. Kwitonda's distinctive quality is this link between accommodation, local materials and conservation interpretation, encouraging guests to understand the environment alongside the wildlife encounters that draw them here.