Wilderness Bisate newsletter – July 2024

July was a time of significant growth, celebration, and new beginnings for the Bisate team.

This has been a remarkable month, marked by both professional and personal milestones. We had the pleasure of welcoming new team members who are already making a positive impact on our organisation. Alongside this, several of our colleagues celebrated the arrival of new babies, adding to the collective joy and excitement.

Ambitious Jean Nepo joined us from his previous position at a hotel in Kigali. His dream was to work with a conservation company, and we’re thrilled that Wilderness has made this dream a reality for him. Jean Nepo is excited to be part of the Bisate service team and is already bringing his enthusiasm and skills to our operations.

Princess, who was born and raised in northern Rwanda, has started her career journey with us after working in a restaurant in Musanze, the nearest town to Bisate. She is overjoyed to join the Bisate family and is experiencing first-hand the supportive and dynamic environment that Wilderness Bisate fosters.

At Bisate, we value supporting and engaging with local communities. Our guests enjoyed participating in cultural experiences that showcase Rwandan traditions. From village tours to traditional dance performances, these interactions offer a meaningful connection to the local culture. We are also proud to support various community projects, including educational initiatives and sustainable development programmes. Your stay contributes to these vital efforts, creating a positive impact beyond the lodge.

As Rwandan schools have begun their annual long holiday, a lot of children are looking to keep busy and create joy in their holidays. They were absolutely delighted when one of our guests donated soccer balls to the community around Bisate to enhance the children’s social interaction, as soccer is a much-loved game among the young in the community.

The soothing treatments offered by the famed Bisate Spa leave guests feeling that their day is complete – especially after a long gorilla trek. In July, there was a fantastic chance to undergo professional massage training for our Bisate therapists. In addition to being pleasant and instructive for everybody involved, the training naturally fosters the professional development of our staff. We're excited to see the results in our guests’ wellness.