Exclusive Signature Travel Network Benefits
- $100 USD Hotel Credit per room, per stay (valid toward One&Only Spa or dining)
- Full Gourmet Breakfast Daily for each guest included in the rate
- Priority Room Upgrade upon arrival, subject to availability
- Early Check-In (11:00 AM) & Late Check-Out (3:00 PM) Privileges (subject to availability)
- Personalized Welcome Amenity & dedicated Vincent Vacations concierge planning
- Dedicated Trekker Services: Gear-fitting lounge, complimentary laundering of trekking clothes, and private park transfers
Resort Overview
One&Only Gorilla’s Nest is an ultra-luxurious eco-sanctuary positioned right on the threshold of Rwanda’s world-renowned Volcanoes National Park. Wrapped in the fragrant eucalyptus forests of Kinigi and sheltered by the towering volcanic spires of the Virunga Range, this remarkable lodge provides an unparalleled base for encounters with the planet’s remaining mountain gorillas.
The resort’s 21 standalone treehouse lodges and expansive suites are elevated on stilts above manicured gardens and rose bushes, harmoniously blending contemporary architectural flair with rich Rwandan Imigongo art and local craftsmanship. Each accommodation features roaring stone fireplaces, private wraparound viewing decks, floor-to-ceiling glass walls, and lavish open bathrooms with standalone soaking tubs.
Beyond life-altering gorilla and golden monkey treks, guests enjoy restorative wellness journeys at the One&Only Spa utilizing organic Africology botanicals, heated outdoor swimming pools framed by volcanic peaks, curated farm-to-table cuisine at Nest Restaurant, and intimate evenings around outdoor boma fire pits under starry African skies.
Gorilla's Nest Photo Gallery
Explore the elevated treehouses, heated infinity pool, secluded spa pavilions, and volcanic landscapes of One&Only Gorilla's Nest.
Treehouses & Suites
Suspended over lush flora and aromatic eucalyptus groves, every accommodation at One&Only Gorilla’s Nest is an ode to refined comfort and wilderness intimacy.
Forest King Treehouse
Poised high on stilts amidst blooming eucalyptus trees, this romantic 828 sq ft haven features an expansive outdoor viewing deck, crackling stone fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling glass doors. The spa-like bathroom features a deep standalone bathtub framing forest vistas and an invigorating outdoor rainforest shower.
Virunga Suite
Spanning 1,582 sq ft, the Virunga Suite is an elevated one-bedroom haven featuring a generous open-air deck, outdoor shower, spacious living salon with central fireplace, and bespoke Rwandan handicrafts. Dedicated butler service ensures every detail of your safari is effortlessly handled.
Silverback Suite (Presidential Residence)
The resort’s pinnacle residence spanning 4,402 sq ft across multi-level sun terraces. Boasts two master bedroom suites, a private heated swimming pool, outdoor barbecue boma, indoor and outdoor dining salas, and dedicated private chef and butler service for an unrivaled Rwandan retreat.
Rwandan Culinary Excellence
Dining at One&Only Gorilla’s Nest is an exquisite celebration of Rwanda's fertile soils, with ingredients sourced directly from the chef’s organic kitchen gardens and local community cooperatives.
Nest Restaurant
Nest offers a vibrant culinary journey spotlighting fresh vegetables, wild mushrooms, aromatic herbs, and prime meats. Start your morning with energized pre-trek breakfasts and conclude the day with a tailored multi-course degustation dinner paired with prestigious South African and Old World wines.
Nest Bar & Outdoor Fire Pits
Anchored by a grand stone fireplace and opening onto sunken fire pit terraces, Nest Bar is the social heartbeat of the lodge. Savor bespoke cocktails infused with local spices, rare African rums, and freshly brewed coffees sourced from high-altitude plantations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about staying at One&Only Gorilla's Nest, mountain gorilla trekking logistics, and Signature VIP benefits with Vincent Vacations.
One&Only Gorilla's Nest is nestled in the foothills of the dramatic Virunga Volcano range in Kinigi, Musanze district, northwestern Rwanda, positioned just five minutes from the main entrance of Volcanoes National Park.
Because the resort is just minutes from the Volcanoes National Park headquarters, guests enjoy minimal morning travel time. The resort provides dedicated gear-fitting rooms, gaiters, backpacks, and packing services, along with experienced private transfers to the trekking start point.
When booking through Vincent Vacations, guests receive a $100 USD hotel credit per room per stay, full gourmet breakfast daily for each guest, priority room upgrade upon arrival based on availability, early check-in and late check-out privileges, and a personalized VIP welcome amenity.
Guests can arrive via a scenic 2.5-hour chauffeured private transfer from Kigali International Airport (KGL) through Rwanda’s rolling green hills, or take an exhilarating 25-minute scenic helicopter flight directly to the resort’s private on-site helipad.
The One&Only Spa offers holistic indigenous treatments in partnership with Terres d'Afrique and Africology, alongside an open-air heated swimming pool, Club One fitness center, steam rooms, saunas, and private yoga sessions surrounded by eucalyptus forests.