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    One&Only Gorilla's Nest

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    A nest in the forest

    Nestled in the foothills of Volcanoes National Park, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest is set in the heart of a superb eucalyptus forest which inspired the lodge’s name. Opened in late 2019, Kerzner Group has created another new haven, continuing their "nature resorts" concept already established in Rwanda with the opening of Nyungwe House in 2018. This time, guests are invited to discover the majestic mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Situated at an altitude of 2,300 metres within a lush forest landscape, the lodge creates the illusion of being cut off from the world. However, it is only about ten minutes from the entrance to Volcanoes National Park, the gorillas' protected area. The lodge welcomes its guests in 18 lodges and 3 splendid suites with sleek lines, utilising wood, transparency, and Rwandan design codes in earthy tones. O&O will awaken your spirit of adventure! Gorilla permits from age 15.

    Style

    The lodge goes for a Jungle Chic look with a subtle blend of wood, stone, and textiles in grey and ochre colours.

    Situation

    A 2.5-hour drive north-west of Kigali, on the doorstep of Volcanoes National Park

    CAPACITY

    18 lodges and 3 suites nestled in an eucalyptus forest

    HIGHLIGHTS

    The lodge's architecture, with its Japanese-inspired flowing lines and ultra-refined ethnic décor

    One&Only Gorilla's Nest

    One&Only Gorilla's Nest

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    One&Only Gorilla's Nest

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    One&Only Gorilla's Nest

    One&Only Gorilla's Nest

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    One&Only Gorilla's Nest

    One&Only Gorilla's Nest

    One&Only Gorilla's Nest

    THE EXPERIENCES

    • Gorilla Trek (ages 15+)
    • Guided walk, coffee, local dances, local percussion
    • Exploring the surroundings by bike or on foot
    • Outdoor cinema
    • Yoga, pilates, meditation, spa
    • Musanze cave, hike to Dian Fossey's tomb, golden monkey trek, cultural interactions

    The Extraordinary

    One&Only Gorilla's Nest is the closest resort to Volcanoes National Park, a historic rainforest home to rich biodiversity including over 340 mountain gorillas, 80 golden monkeys, and 300 bird species. The property's natural setting highlights incredible topography with the gravity-defying volcanic mountain range, creating the perfect conditions for intense hiking and biking expeditions.

    ETHICS

    Designed as human-scale havens of peace, thanks to their intimate architecture, each hotel in the "Nature Resorts" collection respects the environment and enhances the natural beauty of the surrounding landscapes. Everything has been considered, from the design of the projects to the operation of the hotels, to have a minimal impact on the environment. One goal: to achieve carbon zero.