Virunga Home Stay is the only place that will allow you to get immersed in the rich culture and traditions of Rwandans, or a budget place to stay during your internship or volunteering in the Northern Province of Rwanda. Allow us to introduce to you the remarkable Virunga Homestay where you not only enjoy comfort but also learn the culture of the people.
This incredible homestay is situated within the vicinity of Volcanoes National Park, a haven for the endangered mountain gorillas and golden monkeys of Rwanda. Thanks to the strategic location, calm ambiance, and cleanliness, the Virunga Home Stay is perfect for solo travelers, couples, business visitors, families/group travelers, researchers, and volunteers who are provided standard but comfortable rooms on a Bed and Breakfast basis.
Since opening its doors in 2017, visitors have been provided more authentic and immersive experiences, that include the golden opportunity of connecting with the local communities living around Volcanoes National Park. This directly provides economic opportunities and generates income for the people. Run by a local family, the Virunga Home Stay is one of the few places where visitors can experience the day-to-day life of typical Rwandan homesteads with activities ranging from the preparation of traditional meals, farming, and being immersed in other cultural activities such as dances and drumming.
Rooms and amenities at Virunga Home Stay
Virunga Home Stay features 6 beautiful, spacious, and individually decorated guestrooms, some of which have hot showers as well as Televisions for visitors. Here, a group of six to eight travelers or a family can be accommodated in a single night, yet enjoy total privacy from other guests.
Facilities and services provided at Virunga Home Stay
Wi-Fi is provided at Virunga Home Stay, hence making it a wonderful place for business travelers, researchers, and volunteers, or even family travelers who wish to stay in touch with their loved ones back home.
Airport pick-up and drop-offs are provided and can be arranged upon request, although bookings have to be done in advance for proper planning.
Laundry services are provided to Virunga homestay guests at a pocket-friendly fee. Free and secured parking space is available for Virunga homestay guests.
The Lounge and dining room is where delicious and great quality food is served. For Lunch and dinner, there is an option of preparing your own meals from the shared local kitchen. Luckily, Virunga Home Stay is just a stone’s throw from a supermarket where guests easily walk in for fresh groceries.
Activities visitors can do while staying at Virunga Homestay
Virunga Home Stay can be your base as you plan to venture into the stunning Volcanoes National Park for Mountain Gorilla trekking, Golden Monkey trekking, Volcano climbing/hiking, Dian Fossey Gravesite Hikes, and birding tours.
This is a perfect place to stay during volunteering or any other community projects in Ruhengeri (the Northern Province of Rwanda). Interestingly, Camping is possible at the Virunga Programs Campsite to relish the huge open skies that make it worthwhile.