{"id":55198,"date":"2025-08-11T16:50:17","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T16:50:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/inside-buhanga-eco-lodge-a-luxury-retreat-on-the-edge-of-volcanoes-national\/"},"modified":"2025-08-11T20:44:31","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T20:44:31","slug":"inside-buhanga-eco-lodge-a-luxury-retreat-on-the-edge-of-volcanoes-national","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/inside-buhanga-eco-lodge-a-luxury-retreat-on-the-edge-of-volcanoes-national\/","title":{"rendered":"Inside Buhanga Eco Lodge: A luxury retreat on the edge of Volcanoes National Park"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This newly opened property is the latest venture by local investor Pierre Habyarimana, a native of Musanze. The lodge offers six guest rooms, a private apartment ideal for families, and an additional 14 standard rooms. It also boasts a rare feature in the area, a helipad capable of accommodating two small helicopters for guests arriving by air.<\/p>\n<p>Guests at Buhanga Eco Lodge can enjoy a wide range of facilities, including a private restaurant, conference space, swimming pool, tennis, football, volleyball, and basketball courts. The property also offers a jacuzzi, massage services, a fitness room, bicycles for leisure rides, and other amenities designed to make every stay memorable.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cInspired by the guidance of our President, Paul Kagame, who encourages us to invest in our own country and use locally made products (Made in Rwanda), I started this project to create jobs for many Rwandan families and provide high-quality services to visitors,\u201d Habyarimana told IGIHE.<\/p>\n<p>Set in a serene location surrounded by bamboo, diverse tree species, and blooming flowers, the lodge offers fresh air and a peaceful environment. Habyarimana describes it as an ideal getaway for tourists, Rwandans returning from the diaspora, and domestic travelers alike.<\/p>\n<p>Rates for the Presidential Villa range from $8,250 for six to 11 guests, $6,800 for five to eight guests, and $4,000 for one to four guests. The apartment, suitable for two to four people, is priced at $2,750. The lodge also offers discounted rates for Rwandans from the diaspora.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond Buhanga Eco Lodge, Musanze District hosts more than 50 hotels, including several five-star establishments catering to high-end international travelers. <\/p>\n<p>According to Northern Province Governor Maurice Mugabowagahunde, these hotels play a major role in the district\u2019s and the province\u2019s economic growth.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe have hotels ranging from five-star to one-star, so every visitor can find a suitable option and be well accommodated,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>The governor also noted that the hospitality sector creates numerous jobs,  from tour guides and hotel staff to food service providers, drivers, and other service workers, benefitting local communities. Many hotel projects also use locally sourced materials, particularly volcanic stone, which is abundant in the region.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92442\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_43_pm_1_-339a1.jpg\" alt=\"Buhanga Eco Lodge is a new establishment added to the portfolio of investor Pierre Habyarimana, located in Musanze District, where he comes from.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92443\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_43_pm_2_-a9f05.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92444\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_43_pm-1cb36.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92445\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_44_pm_1_-a09aa.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92446\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_44_pm-7bf3c.jpg\" alt=\"Buhanga Eco Lodge is located in a very peaceful area, surrounded by a variety of trees.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92447\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_44_pm_2_-5b6b0.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92448\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_45_pm_1_-e7451.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92449\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_45_pm_2_-06db8.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92450\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_46_pm_1_-4d8bd.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92451\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_45_pm-a566b.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92452\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_46_pm-6bca5.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92453\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_47_pm_1_-c88d6.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92454\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_47_pm_2_-49638.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92455\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.03_47_pm-d5da7.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92456\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_01_pm_1_-fb7f6.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92457\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_01_pm_2_-044ce.jpg\" alt=\"A boat is also available for interested guests \" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92458\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_01_pm-db7a5.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92459\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_02_pm_1_-c2e62.jpg\" alt=\"At Buhanga, guests are served food grown locally.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92460\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_02_pm_2_-6e29a.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92461\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_02_pm_3_-665a3.jpg\" alt=\"The outdoor lounge is set in a breezy, open-air environment.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92462\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_02_pm-06dd0.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92463\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_03_pm_1_-300bc.jpg\" alt=\"The facility includes a gym, massage services, and a jacuzzi, along with games such as Igisoro and others.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92464\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_03_pm_2_-6aca7.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92465\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_03_pm-43c4e.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92466\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_04_pm_1_-40a8d.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92467\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_04_pm_2_-a4647.jpg\" alt=\"Pierre Habyarimana said he started these projects based on the guidance of the Head of State.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92468\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_05_pm_1_-7423f.jpg\" alt=\"Habyarimana told IGIHE that Rwandans living abroad are given discounted rates when they book in advance.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92469\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_04_pm-36107.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92470\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_05_pm_2_-f93a2.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92471\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_05_pm-db144.jpg\" alt=\"Habyarimana receiving IGIHE journalist\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92472\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_06_pm_1_-d7a82.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-92473\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/whatsapp_image_2025-08-09_at_6.04_06_pm-17bb7.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>karirima@igihe.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Buhanga Eco Lodge is a high-end villa nestled on the outskirts of Volcanoes National Park in Musanze District, Northern Province , a region home to more than 50 hotels that collectively contribute to Rwanda\u2019s tourism-based 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