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The experience focuses on observing endangered mountain gorillas within their cloud forest habitat in the Virunga Mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wetu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43761025417275,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/6776\/2747\/files\/344019bisateres-09-24felixs970jpg_241d1487-5486-4c21-a717-466adbefc175.webp?v=1783576127"},{"product_id":"wilderness-bisate-reserve-golden-monkey-trekking-activity-344019-160486","title":"Wilderness Bisate Reserve – Golden Monkey Trekking *","description":"\u003cp\u003eGolden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park bamboo forest\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuests trek through the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park to observe golden monkeys, a primate species endemic to the Virungas. These monkeys live in groups ranging from thirty to eighty individuals. The trek is guided and requires a permit, allowing visitors to see the monkeys in their natural habitat. The activity is part of the Wilderness Bisate Reserve's wildlife experiences, situated near the rainforest and dormant volcanoes. Participants can expect a close encounter with this colourful species amid dense bamboo growth, contributing to the reserve’s conservation efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wetu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43761025908795,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/6776\/2747\/files\/344019bisateres-09-24felixs1017jpg_e911cfa8-7544-49c9-9c4b-f976ceee1745.webp?v=1783576135"},{"product_id":"wilderness-bisate-reserve-nursery-visit-tree-planting-activity-344019-160488","title":"Wilderness Bisate Reserve – Nursery Visit \u0026 Tree Planting","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wetu-linked-product\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"linked-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne of the Wilderness Bisate Reserve agronomists will show you around the tree nursery and help you plant a sapling as part of our visionary reforestation project. 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The visit provides insight into the agricultural practices and daily lives of these community members. It emphasises the relationship between the reserve and local people through sustainable sourcing. The tour supports understanding of regional culture and the supply chain behind the lodge’s fresh produce.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wetu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43761026138171,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/6776\/2747\/files\/344019bisateres-09-24felixs849jpg_55584791-ae43-4278-9fc4-670eceee4ca6.webp?v=1783576169"},{"product_id":"wilderness-bisate-reserve-the-ellen-degeneres-campus-of-the-dian-fossey-gorilla-fund-activity-344019-160493","title":"Wilderness Bisate Reserve – The Ellen DeGeneres Campus Of The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund *","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wetu-linked-product\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"linked-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 1967, the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund works to protect and study gorillas, and their habitats, as well as to empower people who live near their forest home. With a team of hundreds working in Rwanda and the DRC, the Fossey Fund is the world’s longest-running and largest organisation dedicated entirely to gorilla conservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2022, the organisation moved to its first permanent, purpose-built home, the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund. Nestled in a beautiful, reforested landscape near Volcanoes National Park it is well worth visiting, with a stop at the campus easy to add during a stay at Wilderness Bisate Reserve, Wilderness Bisate or Wilderness Sabyinyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehttps:\/\/gorillafund.org\/ellencampus\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* No additional costs besides the entrance fee, and may be experienced either on arrival or departure, or in the afternoon after gorilla trekking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wetu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43761026170939,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/6776\/2747\/files\/344019bisateres-09-24felixs9391jpg_f6f84ca9-db7c-4128-a3c6-b9f2d1500ac7.webp?v=1783576177"},{"product_id":"wilderness-bisate-reserve-hike-to-dian-fosseys-grave-karisoke-activity-344019-160490","title":"Wilderness Bisate Reserve – Hike To Dian Fossey’s Grave \u0026 Karisoke","description":"\u003cp\u003eHike to Dian Fossey’s grave and Karisoke ruins\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis activity involves a demanding hike to the burial site of Dian Fossey and the remains of her Karisoke Research Centre. The trail passes through the saddle between Bisoke and Karisimbi volcanoes, reaching an altitude of around 3,000 metres. The route offers views of the surrounding rainforest and volcanic landscape. The hike is physically challenging due to elevation and terrain. It provides a historical insight into Fossey’s work with mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park. Participants should be prepared for a full-day excursion with appropriate gear and fitness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wetu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43761027350587,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/6776\/2747\/files\/344019bisateres-09-24felixs6001jpg_08bb05e3-4b69-40ea-8424-3f7985b00774.webp?v=1783576182"},{"product_id":"wilderness-bisate-reserve-bisate-kwanda-offering-activity-344019-160491","title":"Wilderness Bisate Reserve – Bisate Kwanda Offering","description":"\u003cp\u003eBisate Kwanda lounge with rainforest views\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBisate Kwanda is a day lounge near Wilderness Bisate Lodge that offers guests a place to arrive early or stay late. It includes facilities to shower, change, or have a light meal. The lounge features a fireplace and overlooks an organic vegetable garden and ongoing reforestation projects linked to Volcanoes National Park. Local artisans created the interior elements, such as hand-tooled wooden utensils, woven baskets, and volcanic rock details, reflecting Rwandan craftsmanship. Additional services available include massages and a boutique selling handcrafted items. 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Meditation pods provide quiet spaces for reflection, while a gym and yoga area support personal fitness routines. Treatment rooms deliver massages and beauty services, including hair washing and blow-drying. The centre is designed for guests to unwind and regain balance after trekking or exploring the rainforest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wetu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43761027448891,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/plekify.com\/en-us\/collections\/wilderness-bisate-reserve-activities.oembed","provider":"Plekify","version":"1.0","type":"link"}