A sunny terrace with a round wooden table, four wooden chairs, and a large green patio umbrella in front of a house with glass doors leading to a living room.

The Bishop's House

The Bishops House is a small, welcoming guesthouse in Kinigi, just a short drive from the entrance of Volcanoes National Park. It offers a calm and personal atmosphere, ideal for travellers planning their gorilla trek. With only a few rooms, the house feels straightforward and familiar from the first moment. After a morning in the rainforest, many guests return to the garden or the lounge to rest and prepare for the next day. The team helps organise activities and knows the local routines well. The Bishops House is a good choice for anyone looking for an uncomplicated and comfortable base close to the park headquarters.

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Details

  • Country

    Rwanda

  • Location

    Volcanoes National Park

  • Price

    from 700 € per person/ night

Rooms

Rooms are bright, spacious and pleasantly simple. Some include a small fireplace, others offer garden or hillside views. The beds are large, the bathrooms are modern, and everything is maintained with care. The calm, private atmosphere makes it easy to unwind after a long trek. With only a handful of rooms, the house never feels crowded. It suits travellers who want space, quiet and a clear, easy layout without unnecessary extras.

Elegant guest room with a large wooden canopy bed draped with white curtains, a green sofa with decorative pillows, a glass coffee table, and a balcony with outdoor furniture overlooking greenery.
Twin beds with white mosquito nets and colorful cushions in a softly lit bedroom featuring wooden furniture and a framed artwork on the wall.
A superior guest room featuring a canopy bed with white curtains, an armchair, and sliding glass doors opening to a patio surrounded by lush greenery.

Culinary

Meals at The Bishops House are relaxed and well-balanced. The kitchen uses local ingredients and prepares light dishes that suit the rhythm of a trekking day. Breakfast often includes fresh fruit and good Rwandan coffee. In the evenings, guests enjoy a simple multi-course dinner while exchanging impressions from the day. The service is friendly and attentive, without being formal. It is a place for honest, good meals rather than elaborate dining.

Outdoor dining setup by a lit pool at dusk with wooden tables and chairs under green umbrellas, a fire pit burning nearby, and a thatched-roof building in the background surrounded by lush greenery.
Cozy restaurant interior with wooden floors, a thatched roof ceiling, large windows overlooking lush greenery, and tables set with white linens, red napkins, and candles.

Activities

Meals at The Bishops House are relaxed and well-balanced. The kitchen uses local ingredients and prepares light dishes that suit the rhythm of a trekking day. Breakfast often includes fresh fruit and good Rwandan coffee. In the evenings, guests enjoy a simple multi-course dinner while exchanging impressions from the day. The service is friendly and attentive, without being formal. It is a place for honest, good meals rather than elaborate dining.

Swimming pool area surrounded by lush tropical greenery with several loungers and wooden tables with umbrellas.

Location

The Bishops House is located in Kinigi, right on the edge of Volcanoes National Park. The setting is calm, surrounded by farmland and small communities. The briefing point for gorilla trekking is only a few minutes away, which is a clear advantage for early starts. The drive from Kigali takes about two and a half hours. The location is ideal for travellers who value short distances to activities and a peaceful environment at the same time.

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