MIKENO LODGE; LUXURY LODGES OF CONGO – CONGO GORILLA SAFARI NEWS

mikeno-lodgePositioned at 90 minutes transfer from the Goma town, Mikeno Lodge is an up market Congo Gorilla Safari Lodge that offers unmatchable accommodation in Virunga National Park.
Marked by Luxury Bungalows and lush restaurant, Mikeno Lodge is surrounded by the dense equatorial jungle of Democratic Republic of Congo and the Virunga Mountain Chain that is comprised of eight Volcanic Mountains deriving one of the greatest fascinating sceneries explored on Safari in Congo.
Nyiragongo Volcano with the world’s largest and most violent lava lake and Mikeno Volcano – the home to Congo’s habituated Mountain Gorilla Population explored on gorilla safaris and tours in Congo or as an extension of Rwanda Gorilla Safaris are good features viewed directly from Mikeno Lodge. Being an authentic wilderness, at Mikeno Lodge, the guests enjoy the amazing sights and sounds of birds, Chimpanzees, Blue Monkeys and Baboons.
Accommodation at Mikeno Lodge is provided in twelve (12) Bungalows each independently set with the forest views. The Bungalows are crafted using local materials including mahogany, lava stone and thatch.  Interestingly, the bungalows enjoy private balcony, fire place and en suite bathroom with hot and cold water meeting the expectations of affluent Africa Adventure Vacation Safaris in Congo.
The bungalows are configured as single and double rooms with Congo ethnic inspired decor while the main building is very spacious and features a lush dining experience in the comfort of free Wifi and a common fire place that offers a perfect relaxation experience under the stars.
This, therefore, puts Mikeno Lodge in an ideal position to handle overnight affluent guests in Congo’s Virunga National Park interested in either Mountain Gorilla Trekking or Nyiragongo Volcano Climbing, Birding, Nature walks and Chimpanzee Trekking.


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