One & Only Gorilla’s Nest is one of the popular and luxurious accommodation facilities around Volcanoes National Park. This beautiful facility is fringed by swaying eucalyptus trees hence awakening the wild spirit of any adventure seeker. While staying here, feel free to gaze into the mirror through the awe-inspiring encounters with visiting primates as well as experiencing the authenticity of Rwanda. One & Only Gorilla’s Nest is one of the few places that offer a private front-row seat to the Mountain gorillas’ natural habitat and is cushioned within the foothills of spectacular Volcanoes National Park thus making it the better option of stay while relishing the unforgettable encounter with the endangered Giant Apes in their natural habitat.
Right from the moment you arrive One & Only Gorilla’s Nest, you will be welcomed by the sweet fragrance and melodies of the jungles (flora and fauna). It strategically sits against the historic Volcanic Mountains of Volcanoes National Park, the home to Rwanda’s mountain gorillas and given its dedication to community development, it has employed locals in different projects including the construction of the Lodge.
Staying at One & Only Gorilla’s Nest offers the opportunity of tasting the gardens, given the fact that cuisines are prepared from freshly-harvested ingredients. Dishes are prepared to tell true Rwandan stories and drinks can be enjoyed from the Nest Bar.
Rooms and Amenities at One & Only Gorilla’s Nest Lodge
One & Only Gorilla’s Nest has luxurious an individually free-standing Lodges as well as suites that are suspended over the verdant gardens with volcanic and eucalyptus surroundings. While here, you will be treated to calls of birds, monkeys and the swaying tall trees.
The Forest Lodge King
The Forest Lodge King offers the opportunity to enjoy seamless connection with Mother Nature and is perfect for honeymoon or romantic getaways for couples. It features a luxurious King-size bedroom, a fireplace sucked with local wood, floor-to-ceiling glass windows that open into the jungles or volcanic foothills, an open air viewing deck for relaxing and simply enjoying what Mother Nature provides, en-suite bathroom with standalone bath and private views. There is also a mini bar in this 77-square meter Lodge, free internet access and satellite TV to keep you abreast with the outside World.
The Two Bedroom Forest Lodge
Are you traveling as a family? This is the perfect accommodation option for you. It has separate bedrooms hence privacy but they are connected to the vast outdoor viewing deck, private bathroom hence idea for guests travelling as a family or even friends. The master bedroom as king poster beds while the second bedroom has a convertible twin or king bed. Additionally, there is a large central bathroom with standalone bath, twin vanities, cozy fireplace, mini-bar and others. It can accommodate 4 guests (2 adults and two children or three adults).
The Virunga Suite
This suite is about 147 square meters with a 1 King bed hence accommodating only two guests. Also features a private balcony, free access to internet, satellite TV, an open-air bathtub, an outdoor shower, spacious viewing deck, master bathroom with shower and stand-alone bath, separate dining and living areas as well as fireplace.
Silverback Suite
Extending for 402 square meters, the silverback suite has a master bedroom with king-size bed hence accommodating two guests. It has an en-suite bathroom, private outdoor swimming pool, private balcony, mini-bar, vast living and dining area hence providing enough space for relaxing and being entertained, central cozy fireplace where couples can share memories/stories of their lives or the day, an open-air lounge, the barbecue terrace where fresh and delicious grills can be enjoyed during cold evenings and most interestingly it overlooks the verdant vegetation.
Ingagi Suite
Are you ready to immerse yourself into another level of charm, seclusion and Mother Nature? Then we recommend staying at the Ingagi suite, extending for over 251 square meters and also perfect for couples. This generously sized suite has a vast bedroom with 1 king bed, spacious deck where guests can unwind or dine with endless fresh forest air, cozy fire place for unwinding while sharing stories of the day, private bathroom with standalone bath, outdoor showers and an option of having a private chef.
Getting to One & Only Gorilla’s Nest Lodge
One & Only Gorilla’s Nest can be accessed in two ways- by road, where it is about two and a half to three hours’ scenic drive from the Airport of Kigali. While driving, simply allow yourself to get captured by the phenomenal rolling hills as well as local communities that you will encounter.
You can opt for a chartered helicopter flight from Kigali International Airport to the One & Only Gorilla’s Nest helipad and this takes about 30 minutes to get there. Take in views of the Virunga Mountain ranges as well as lush gardens below as you arrive the Lodge like Royalty.