# One&Only Gorillas Nest

> One&Only Gorilla’s Nest offers luxury cottages, spa services, and world-class amenities near Volcanoes National Park, perfect for an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience in Rwanda.

- **Type:** accommodation
- **Canonical URL:** https://imaraafricasafaris.com//accommodations/one-only-gorillas-nest
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-23

## Key facts
- **Type:** Lodge
- **Star Rating:** 5
- **Location:** , Ruhengeri, Rwanda
- **Destination:** Volcanoes National Park
- **Price Range:** $$$
- **Amenities:** Butler Service, Wifi, Room Service, Gorilla Trekking, Restaurant, Free WiFi, Bar, Swimming Pool, Spa, Firepit / Boma, Gym / Fitness Center, Eco-Certified, Private Plunge Pool, Outdoor Shower

## Details

## Why Stay at One&Only Gorilla's Nest?

One&Only Gorilla's Nest sets the benchmark for gorilla-trekking luxury in Rwanda, nestling its treehouse-style suites in a eucalyptus forest at the foot of the Virunga volcanoes. Butler service, a destination spa and all-inclusive dining make the days around a trek as memorable as the trek itself.

## Where Is One&Only Gorilla's Nest & What Wildlife Can You See?

The lodge stands in Kinigi near Ruhengeri, positioned as the closest luxury resort to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters where gorilla treks begin each morning. Mountain gorillas are the star attraction, with golden monkey tracking, birding, nature walks and cultural visits filling additional days. The restored historic Jack Hanna cottage on-site nods to the area's conservation legacy.

## Rooms & Style

The 21 rooms, suites and villas feature volcanic stone fireplaces, private outdoor showers and forest-view windows framing the surrounding eucalyptus canopy. Interiors blend contemporary five-star finish with Rwandan craft, and the heated pool and spa soothe post-trek muscles. Dining is full board or all-inclusive, crowned by a chef's table experience, with butler and room service extending the pampering to every hour of the stay; vegetarian and vegan menus are prepared with the same care as the main kitchen's farm-driven cooking.

## Who Is It Ideal For?

- Luxury travellers building a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla journey
- Honeymooners combining primates with pampering
- Guests wanting the shortest morning transfer to trek briefings
- Multi-day visitors adding golden monkeys and cultural touring

## Pairs Well With

The lodge exists for [Volcanoes National Park](/rwanda/volcanoes-national-park), and its Kinigi location keeps every trailhead and briefing point within easy reach.

## Frequently asked questions

### How close is One&Only Gorilla's Nest to Volcanoes National Park?
One&Only Gorilla's Nest is positioned as the closest luxury resort to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters in Kinigi, where gorilla treks begin each morning — the lodge is only a few minutes from the briefing point. That proximity means the shortest possible morning transfer before your trek. The lodge nestles its treehouse-style suites in a eucalyptus forest at the foot of the Virunga volcanoes near Ruhengeri.

### How do I get from Kigali to One&Only Gorilla's Nest?
The most common route is a scenic drive from Kigali International Airport covering approximately 100 to 120 km, taking about 2.5 hours through Rwanda's rolling countryside; luxury transfers can be arranged directly through the lodge. For the ultimate arrival, private helicopter transfers fly from Kigali to the lodge's own helipad in approximately 25 minutes, with spectacular aerial views of Rwanda's hills and the Virunga mountain range.

### What accommodation does One&Only Gorilla's Nest offer?
The lodge has 21 rooms, suites and villas featuring volcanic stone fireplaces, private outdoor showers and forest-view windows framing the surrounding eucalyptus canopy. Options include Forest View Rooms with king-sized beds, Luxury Cottages, and One-Bedroom Villas with a separate living room, private terrace and panoramic mountain views. Interiors blend contemporary five-star finish with Rwandan craft, and butler service extends the pampering to every hour of your stay.

### What is the best time of year for gorilla trekking from One&Only Gorilla's Nest?
June to September is Rwanda's main dry season and the most recommended period, with drier trails, easier hiking conditions and excellent visibility — book permits and rooms well in advance for this peak. December to February is an excellent alternative dry window with fewer visitors. Gorilla trekking continues successfully year-round, though the March-to-May green season brings muddier, more demanding trails alongside lush scenery and greater lodge availability.

### Does One&Only Gorilla's Nest have a pool and spa?
Yes, One&Only Gorilla's Nest has a heated swimming pool and a destination spa, both ideal for soothing post-trek muscles after a morning with the gorillas. The lodge also offers a gym, firepit boma, bar and restaurant, with dining on full-board or all-inclusive terms crowned by a chef's table experience. Yoga and wellness sessions, cooking classes and wine tasting round out the days between treks.

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