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ca_vol Aug 28th, 2008 02:48 AM

Silverback Safari Lodge?!?!
 
Agent is proposing a change from Buhoma Homestead to Silverback Safari Lodge. Says can get a better rate. Anyone stayed at Silverback or both? I know Buhoma has a fantastic reputation but know nothing about Silverback.

Thanks.

divine54 Aug 28th, 2008 02:56 AM

here you can gather some information on the lodge

http://www.governorscamp.com/propert...ans_rwanda.php

i haven't been there.

but i recollect that there has been some evaluations/experiences posted here..........

div

skibumette Aug 28th, 2008 06:37 AM

Div's link is to the Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge in Rwanda -- the nicest of available lodgings there but very pricey (we were quoted a supplemental $415/ppn). They are reportedly building a similar lodge in Uganda, due to open at the end of the year. When are you going? If it's close to the opening date, I might be concerned about delays in opening or about construction noise related to putting on the finishing touches? Maybe your agent can advise?

Cheweyhead Aug 28th, 2008 11:05 AM

Not sure if you are referring to the one in Rwanda or the one being built? in Uganda.

In Rwanda - It is the best place to stay. We stayed there too early in their nascence (almost one year ago). But now it probably is fully operational and wonderful.

Uganda - we are scheduled for Fall 2009 at the Gorilla Forest Lodge. And we will wait for any updates on another Governor's Camp opening.

Keri

ca_vol Aug 28th, 2008 01:40 PM

It's the brand new one in Uganda, not the Sabyinyo in Rwanda. Since it's new, not much info.

We are going next June.


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