Rwanda‘s iconic safari lodge perched in at the rims of Nyungwe Forests National Park One &Only Nyungwe House nestled within the Gisakura tea plantation. Nyungwe is Rwanda oldest rain forests in Africa. Get immersed in to nature staying in one of the 22 luxury rooms and suites situated in five stunning wooden villa clusters.
One & Only Nyungwe steeped in natural beauty with nature on its doorstep, the resort has curated a comprehensive and bespoke itinerary of activities for guests, from adventures that can be had at the resort, to those that explore the Nyungwe Forest and beyond.
Aerial View of One & Only Nyungwe House
Choose either to stay at Nyungwe Room and Sink into the comfort of your secluded forest haven, with sumptuous amenities, a crackling fireplace, and vibrant art inspired by the natural beauty of Rwanda. Private furnished balconies open up to the lush flora, perfect for spotting wildlife roaming free. Or stay soaked in to bliss of memories staying at the Forest suite and reconnect with family and friends in a spacious Two Bedroom Suite, graced with every creature comfort. Celebrate around a beautifully crafted dining table; warm yourselves by the crackling fire; or unwind on a private deck, completely immersed in nature.
One & Only Nyungwe Suite
One& Only Nyungwe House began welcoming guests on 1 October 2018, and in celebration of the destination, the resort has created truly immersive activities to be enjoyed. Guests are able to choose from Inclusive Activities (available on a daily basis; with the option to participate in up to two per day on a complimentary basis) as well as other Signature Experiences, which are available for an additional fee. The resort’s motivating and well-trained guides are available to assist guests with tailoring their stay according to their interests and imparting their local knowledge of the region.
The extensive daily, complimentary activities offer a well-balanced combination of culinary, wellness, fitness and sustainability, and vary according to fitness levels. Guests can learn one of Africa’s ancient traditions, Spear Throwing, at one of the highest points surrounding the resort, or together with the family, join in Hilltop Archery.
Alternatively, those looking for something more active, can join Nature’s Bootcamp and work up a sweat in the fresh mountain air. A guide leads guests on foot along a Jurassic track surrounding the tea plantation and through a motivating workout.
One &Only Nyungwe House remains the leading end to the high end properties in Nyungwe Forests. In the same line One & Only Gorillas Nest in Volcanoes National Park is a perfect match to combine for a guest seeking to do gorilla trekking in Rwanda after his/her Chimpanzee experience in Nyungwe Forests.
One &Only Nyungwe House being located at the rims of Nyungwe Forests, which is home to some of the most diverse primate populations in Africa, guests have the opportunity to take part in a wide selection of excursions that allow them to be truly immersed in nature whilst staying at One&Only Nyungwe House. For the opportunity to discover the Colobus Monkey, Chimpanzee trekking, the Nyungwe Forest has 13 species of primates, including the chimpanzee population. Chimpanzee Trekking is a fun, yet incredibly fast-paced experience as guests need to try and keep up with the speed at which these animals move.
The trek is along wild paths and lush forests with expert trackers, but as chimps are not accustomed to humans Around Nyungwe Forests guests from the resort can take part in Bird Watching as yet another great adventure to discover and explore with over 300 bird species, with 27 being endemic to the local Albertine Rift and include the Mountain Masked Apalis, Red Throated Alethe and Blue Headed Sunbird. An expert guide will use their well attuned ears to help hear and locate these mesmerising birds, from the elusive Rwenzori Turaco to the Grey-chested Kakamega.
The breath-taking Canopy Walk is another once-in-a-lifetime experience as it is one-of-a-kind in East Africa. It is divided into three parts at 45 metres, 90 metres (75 metre above the ground) and 25 metres consecutively in length. For any professional or budding photographer, the views are not to be missed and the surrounding flora and fauna captivating. Guests can choose to leave early morning where a packed breakfast can be enjoyed, alternatively lunch can be had along the way.
Experience and meet elegance in the jungles of Nyungwe offering front-row seat to the magical sights and sounds of nature