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It came hard and fast a quick punch squarely to my left buttcheek.

Bisate Reserve in Rwanda

Exterior of Bisate Reserve in Rwanda.Credit:Stacey Leasca/Travel + Leisure

I am more than OK, I replied, the stun wearing off as the sting set in.

That was the best moment of my entire life.

And comfort is in abundance here.

Common area at Wilderness Bisate Reserve

Interior common area at Wilderness Bisate Reserve.Courtesy of Wilderness

But before we got to sip that drink, we hiked, and hiked, and hiked some more.

And I promise, post-punch, it was as serene an experience as they come.

Though, when your home is the Bisate Reserve, it doesn’t feel as painful.

Bisate Reserve fireplace

A chess board set up in front of a cozy fireplace at Bisate Reserve.Stacey Leasca/Travel + Leisure

“We’re eager to say it’s better,” he shared.

“We want to promote the country’s image as being shinier than ever.”

We’d like all our guests to feel that they have experienced the very best hospitality and service."

Wilderness Bisate Reserve guest room

Interior of a guest room at Wilderness Bisate Reserve.

The Bisate Reserve more than delivered on its wishes for guests.

Yet still, I never wanted it to fade away.

But I’d take a one-two punch all the same.

Wilderness Bisate Reserve bathroom

Interior of a bathroom at Wilderness Bisate Reserve.

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Additionally, Villas 1 and 2 can be interlinked to create a family room for groups traveling together.

Baby gorillas in Rwanda

Stacey Leasca while sitting with gorillas in Rwanda.Stacey Leasca/Travel + Leisure

But it becomes all the more impactful when you consider its semi-remote location.

(Though its also of little surprise that its food is so good as Rwandas produce is world-class.)

Activities and Experiences

The activities feel endless here.

Planting a tree at Bisate Reserve

Planting a tree at Bisate Reserve in Rwanda.Stacey Leasca/Travel + Leisure

You just need to book an in-room treatment, and theyll come to you.

Family-friendly Offerings

You could technically buy out the entire Bisate Reserve if youre traveling with eight guests.

As mentioned above, Villa 1 and Villa 2 can be interlinked to accommodate a family of four.

Overlook at Wilderness Bisate Reserve

A couple enjoying the view from a dining overlook at Wilderness Bisate Reserve.Courtesy of Wilderness

The minimum age to stay at the reserve is 6.

However, the minimum age to participate in the gorilla treks is 15.

However, the villas are not wheelchair friendly.

gorilla in Rwanda

A gorilla in Rwanda.Stacey Leasca/Travel + Leisure

Additionally, Bistate hopes to be sustainable for the community through collaborative partnerships and job creation.

See sustainability commitments here.

Stays begin at $3,200 per person, sharing per night, which is fully inclusive.

Going on a hike with Wilderness Bisate Reserve

Guests going on a hike with Wilderness Bisate Reserve.Courtesy of Wilderness