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2 SINGITA KWITONDA LODGE The essence of Rwanda HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS NEXT 2

3 Singita is honored to be opening Kwitonda Lodge in August 2019 in Rwanda, where more than one third of the world's mountain gorillas live in the high-altitude cloud forests of Volcanoes National Park. The lodge puts gorilla trekking within easy reach and combines perfectly with a classic safari on the plains of Singita Serengeti in Tanzania. CONTENTS Why Rwanda About Rwanda Conservation Singita Kwitonda Lodge The Experience Location Fact Sheet Terms and Conditions HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS NEXT 3

4 WHY RWANDA? The mountain gorillas of this region are Rwanda s treasure and have flourished in the last decade. Thus the Rwandan government is striving to find ways to increase their habitat and this is where Singita can provide support. Singita is about building sustainable revenue streams to support conservation efforts in Africa, and the government s objective to grow the gorillas habitat aligns closely with Singita s mission to create low-impact tourism to help preserve areas of iconic African wilderness for future generations. HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS NEXT 4

ABOUT RWANDA Rwanda is a small, extraordinarily beautiful country where more than a third of the world's remaining mountain gorillas live in the high-altitude cloud forests of Volcanoes National Park.

5 ABOUT RWANDA Rwanda is a small, extraordinarily beautiful country where more than a third of the world's remaining mountain gorillas live in the high-altitude cloud forests of Volcanoes National Park. Dominated by six extinct volcanoes, the national park forms part of the Virungas massif -111,000 acres (45,000 hectares) in extent -that straddles Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Rwanda's miraculous recovery in the aftermath of the 1994 genocide is testimony to the new-found solidarity, impressive work ethic, transparency, humility and warmth of its people. Within the context of this national journey towards restoration of the people and the land, Singita is honored to be opening Kwitonda Lodge in late HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS NEXT 5

CONSERVATION Working in close partnership with the Rwandan Development Board and local communities, Singita will be taking a measured, long-term approach to conservation on the edge of Volcanoes

6 CONSERVATION Working in close partnership with the Rwandan Development Board and local communities, Singita will be taking a measured, long-term approach to conservation on the edge of Volcanoes National Park, in line with the company's established 100-year vision to preserve areas of iconic African wilderness for future generations. Community: Establishment of a nursery. Planting of over 60,000 tree saplings in and around the new lodge. Including tree planting in the guest experience. Community: Partnering with neighboring communities to help them to thrive economically and socially. Habitat restoration: Supporting the Rwandan government in finding ways to increase gorilla habitat to grow the number and size of gorilla family groups, conserving this critically endangered species. HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS NEXT 6

SINGITA KWITONDA LODGE Singita Kwitonda Lodge will be built to embody the spirit of Rwanda and offer a tribute to the lodge s namesake Kwitonda - a great silverback gorilla whose legend lives on in

7 SINGITA KWITONDA LODGE Singita Kwitonda Lodge will be built to embody the spirit of Rwanda and offer a tribute to the lodge s namesake Kwitonda - a great silverback gorilla whose legend lives on in Rwanda and was known for his humility and gentleness. Singita's philosophy of treading lightly on the land is paramount to our construction and design ethos. With magnificent views of the Sabyinyo, Gahinga and Muhabura volcanoes, Singita Kwitonda Lodge will offer: 7 one-bedroom suites A two-bedroom suite A four-bedroom villa The architects and interior designers are selecting locally sourced and produced materials for walling, ceilings and surface finishing. The local community has been engaged in building traditional dry stone walling on-site for specialist areas within the landscape. Fundamental to the design is treading lightly on the land and sustainability is at the core of the construction project. HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS NEXT 7

THE EXPERIENCE As the distance of each gorilla trek is varied, depending on which family group guests are allocated, meals and lodge activities are flexible around each trek.

8 THE EXPERIENCE As the distance of each gorilla trek is varied, depending on which family group guests are allocated, meals and lodge activities are flexible around each trek. Besides gorillas, there is much to see and explore, from the Afro montane forests of Nyungwe National Park and primordial Lake Kivu to the vibrant and sophisticated capital city, Kigali. HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS NEXT 8

9 LOCATION Singita Kwitonda Lodge is set to open on 5 August 2019 on 178 acres (72 hectares) on the edge of Volcanoes National Park. Relative to the population of the country and the intensive use of land for farming food crops, a 178-acre pocket of land in a country the size of Rwanda is highly prized. The opening of Singita Kwitonda Lodge puts gorilla trekking within easy reach and in combination with a classic safari at Singita s private concessions on the Serengeti plains in Tanzania. With a launch promotion that offers the ultimate Singita East African safari experience, don't miss out on this bucket list itinerary. Equator RWANDA Click here to discover the journey of a lifetime. TANZANIA Atlantic Ocean ZIMBABWE Singita Kwitonda Lodge - Rwanda 2. Singita Lamai - Tanzania 3.Singita Grumeti - Tanzania SOUTH AFRICA 4.Singita Pamushana Lodge - Zimbabwe 5.Singita Kruger National Park - South Africa 6. Singita Sabi Sand - South Africa HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS NEXT 9

10 UGANDA DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO SABYINYO 3 645m MGAHINGA GORILLA NATIONAL PARK GAHINGA 3 474m MUHABURA 4 127m Mountain Gorilla View Lodge Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge Volcanoes National Park Headquarters Singita Kwitonda Lodge MIKENO 4 437m BISOKE 3 711m Bisate Lodge RWANDA KARISIMBI 4 507m Virunga Lodge MUSANZE VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK KIGALI (100KM)

11 REGION INFORMATION SINGITA KWITONDA LODGE SEASONS ACCESS REGION CONSERVATION Key Selling Points Highly prized 178-acre pocket of land Uninterrupted views of Volcanoes National Park Home to the critically endangered mountain gorillas Exceptional photographic opportunities Opportunity for a Singita-only East African itinerary Wildlife Key species: mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, side-striped jackal, black-fronted duiker, buffalo, elephant and an abundance of bird life. Access International flights in and out of Kigali (capital city) 3.5 hour road transfer to Singita Kwitonda Lodge High Season 1-15 January 1 June - 31 October December Green Season 1 6 January - 31 May 1 November - 19 December Working in close partnership with the Rwandan Development Board and local communities, Singita will be taking a measured, long-term approach to conservation on the edge of Volcanoes National Park. Conservation programmes include reforestation, community partnerships and habitat restoration. PROMOTIONS 2019 RATES ROOMS DETAILS Singita Kwitonda Lodge will be built to embody the spirit of Rwanda and offer a tribute to the lodge s namesake Kwitonda - a great silverback gorilla whose legend lives on in Rwanda and was known for his humility and gentleness. 7 x one-bedroom suites 1 x two-bedroom suite 1 x four-bedroom villa SINGITA KWITONDA LODGE Suite (Double) per adult per night Two-bedroom suite (1 double & 1 double/ twin; max 4 guests) per cottage per night (1-3 guests) per additional adult per night Four-bedroom villa (4 doubles/ twins; max 8 guests) per villa per night (1-4 guests) per additional adult per night Day use rate (per villa per night) Pilot guide (double/ twin; max 2 guests) per person per night Tourism Development Levy (per person per night) Launch Promotion Combine two nights at Singita Kwitonda Lodge with any number of nights at Singita Serengeti, and the 2018 Singita Serengeti rates apply. Bookings must be confirmed before 31st May 2018 Valid: bookings confirmed between 15 Dec May 2018 for travel in 2019 Green Season Promotion HIGH SEASON Combine three nights at Singita Kwitonda Lodge followed by four nights at Singita Serengeti and receive 50% off one night at Singita Kwitonda and a complimentary night at Singita Serengeti, with 50% off the private vehicle. Valid: Green Season only. 16 January - 31 May and 1 November - 19 December % of accommodation *Rates are quoted in USD, inclusive of VAT at 18% and are subject to change. GREEN SEASON % of accommodation MEDICAL Malaria areas nearby. Yellow Fever certificate required if traveling from region with yellow fever. Please consult your physician before travel. HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS NEXT 10

TERMS & CONDITIONS Tariffs include Luxurious en-suite accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, all drinks (including premium wines, spirits and liqueurs, but excluding French Champagne)

12 TERMS & CONDITIONS Tariffs include Luxurious en-suite accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, all drinks (including premium wines, spirits and liqueurs, but excluding French Champagne) Tariffs exclude Telephone calls Road and air transfers to and from the lodge Spa treatments Certain special meal requests French Champagne Any day trips or transfers from Singita Permits for gorilla trekking Permits for Golden Monkey experience Tourism Development Levy Check-in/check-out times and lodge closure The lodge is open year-round Check-in time: 13h00 Check-out time: 10h00 Please note that guests wishing to check in before 13h00 and/or check out after 10h00 are required to book an additional night at the Day Use Rate. Payment options Visa, MasterCard and American Express cards. Other T&C's There is a minimum stay required of two nights, year round. Minimum age requirement for gorilla trekking is 15 years of age If Singita is securing the permit on your behalf, proof of payment for the permit needs to be received within 24hrs and guest passport details received no later than 60 days prior to travel. HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS NEXT 11

13 Tel Website Instagram Singita_ Facebook singita.gamereserves Vimeo: vimeo.com/singita Other Singita Lodges: South Africa Kruger National Park: Singita Lebombo and Sweni Lodges Sabi Sand: Singita Ebony and Boulders Lodges and Singita Castleton Tanzania Grumeti: Singita Sasakwa and Faru Faru Lodges, Serengeti House, Sabora Tented Camp and Explore Lamai: Singita Mara River Tented Camp Zimbabwe Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve: Singita Pamushana Lodge HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS 12

SINGITA PRIVATE Six private villas across Africa under one umbrella HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS NEXT

CONTENTS NEXT 1 SINGITA PRIVATE Six private villas across Africa under one umbrella HOME CONTENTS PREVIOUS NEXT 2 With an ever-watchful eye on travel trends, Singita is evolving its brand to cater to a