Are you a budget traveler visiting Nyungwe Forest National Park and looking for a decent and nice place to stay during your journey of uncovering the hidden gem in Africa’s largest afro-montane rainforest? Then you will consider the stunning Gisakura Guesthouse. This small and rustic accommodation facility is found around the Gisakura Visitor Center, on the western side of this park, and is only a few minutes’ walk from the edge of the park thus making it affordable and convenient.
Situated in the Nyamasheke district, this budget accommodation is simple, friendly, and perfect for backpackers. Gisakura Guesthouse is not far from Kamembe (in Rusizi district), only about 23 kilometers away, and is mainly used by visitors trekking chimps from the Cyamudongo forest (adjacent to Nyungwe Forest National Park).
Gisakura Guesthouse rooms and amenities
This small Guesthouse has only 12 rooms constructed from traditional materials, which pay homage to Rwandan culture but also perfectly blend with the beautiful natural surroundings. The staff here are friendly and not only make your stay unforgettable but also take you through their culture. Each of the rooms has a comfortable bed and clean linen and comes in different configurations- single, double, twin, or triple. The bathrooms are shared but spotlessly clean.
Gisakura Guesthouse facilities and services
The Gisakura Guesthouse restaurant serves a wide range of mouth-watering local and International cuisines that meet every visitors’ needs and aspirations and if you wish to relax with friends or family, try the stocked bar where alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks can be enjoyed while taking in views of the surrounding and listening to sounds of chirping birds. Also provided here are laundry services, complimentary Wi-Fi at the main building area to keep in touch with your friends and family back home, as well as free and secured packing space. While staying here, guests can be treated to Campfire during cold evenings.
Activities enjoyed by staying at Gisakura Guesthouse
Gisakura Guesthouse’s location makes it a perfect spot for travelers interested in accessing the Isumo waterfall trail as well as the Colobus monkey troop that frequently visits Gisakura Tea Estate. Also, there are high chances of being visited by vervet monkeys while a plethora of bird species can be spotted while relaxing or taking simple walks around the property.
Generally, Gisakura Guesthouse is a base for travelers exploring Nyungwe Forest National Park through chimpanzee trekking tours, the Nyungwe canopy walks, bird watching tours, guided forest walks (discovering any of the 15 hiking trails), Colobus monkey tracking, and many other activities.
If you wish to stay in a more expensive accommodation facility while in Nyungwe Forest National Park, you can try out the Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel or upgrade further by staying in the Luxurious One & Only Nyungwe House.