Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and get in touch with nature at One&Only’s ultra-luxury Rwandan resorts: One&Only Gorilla’s Nest and One&Only Nyungwe House. Offering GCC travellers a lavish getaway in the heart of Rwanda’s luscious rainforests, guests are invited to discover the transformative power of Rwanda as they immerse themselves in the natural surroundings to depart feeling refreshed and harmonised.
Cushioned in the lush foothills of the breathtaking Virunga volcano range, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest offers guests an exclusive experience with a nature-inspired twist. Set in Rwanda’s verdant rainforest and surrounded by of Rwanda’s by eucalyptus trees One&Only Gorilla’s Nest offers a tranquil escape for guests to unwind and recharge while they revel in the natural beauty of the African landscape.
Beautifully designed private sanctuaries blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings, offering an intimate collection of 21 private, jungle-chic havens, equipped with private decks, fireplaces, and outdoor bathtubs, providing guests with the ultimate luxurious experience and utmost privacy.
Intertwining health and healing through nature, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest has carefully curated a selection of outdoor activities, designed to promote guests’ emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing. Guests are invited to reconnect with open-air yoga sessions, experience the all-encompassing ancient practice of sound healing, connect with mindful meditation, re-balance with Reiki, and more.
Designed for guests to reflect, refresh, and renew, the One&Only Spa at Gorilla Nest’s offers benefit-driven holistic treatments that harness the power of African botanicals to soothe the body, mind and spirit. The haven-like spa is designed with a modern African-inspired aesthetic, showcasing the serenity of the remote location. Guests are able to recharge and rejuvenate, immersed in the sights and sounds of the wild, with two forest-facing treatment rooms, as well as a separate Club One surrounded by Eucalyptus trees. To further guest’s rejuvenation journey, Club One is home to a relaxation room complete with heated swimming pool, open-air plunge pool framed by nature, steam and sauna experiences and a state-of-the-art fitness centre.
For reservations or more information, please visit oneandonlyresorts.com/gorillas-nest/.
Nestled on the edge of the ancient Nyungwe rainforest, One&Only Nyungwe House offers guests the opportunity to go where few have gone before, with once-in-a-lifetime experiences in one of the world’s most exceptional natural locations. Situated on a working tea plantation, One&Only Nyungwe House celebrates the wild beauty of its surroundings, providing a sanctuary for rejuvenation with wellness experiences that embrace the harmony of nature and local traditions.
Thoughtfully designed to celebrate the raw beauty of the landscape, One&Only Nyungwe House blends seamlessly with the breathtaking landscape, capturing the essence of its surroundings. Offering 22 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites adorned with traditional Rwandan art and private decks overlooking the forest, the resort cultivates an environment of exploration and discovery that allows guests to escape into nature to find a sense of peace.
Similarly to One&Only Gorilla’s Nest, One&Only Nyungwe House has carefully curated a selection of outdoor activities designed to promote guests’ emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing. These activities include aqua-gym sessions with forest views, jungle bootcamps, yoga and aerobics, circuit training, and personal training.
Suspended over the forest, the One&Only Spa at One&Only Nyungwe House offers guests a blissful sanctuary inspired by nature. Designed for guests to reflect, refresh, and renew, One&Only Nyungwe House offers holistic treatments using organic natural products from luxury skincare brand Africology, to promote body relief and relaxation. Treatments take place in expansive private spa suites with jungle-view terraces for relaxation or outdoor treatments accompanied by the soothing sights and sounds of the wild. Adjacent to the One&Only Spa is a breathtaking infinity pool cantilevered over the forest is the ideal location for guests to unwind with the backdrop of nature.
For reservations or more information, please visit oneandonlyresorts.com/nyungwe-house/.