Where is One&Only Nyungwe House located?

One&Only Nyungwe House sits on a working tea plantation at the edge of Nyungwe Forest National Park in Nyamasheke, south-western Rwanda, roughly 230 km from Kigali. The 22-room retreat is completely enclosed by tea fields and ancient montane rainforest, one of Africa's oldest, with chimpanzee trekking, colobus monkey tracking and the famous canopy walkway all starting close to the door.

How long is the journey from Kigali to One&Only Nyungwe House?

The scenic road journey from Kigali takes approximately 5 to 5.5 hours along fully paved mountain roads through Huye (Butare) and Nyanza. Faster options exist: a roughly 30-minute scheduled RwandAir flight from Kigali to Kamembe Airport followed by a comfortable 45-minute road transfer, or a chartered helicopter from Kigali International Airport directly to the resort's private on-site helipad in just 35 to 45 minutes.

What activities can I do at One&Only Nyungwe House?

Chimpanzee trekking safaris are the signature experience, alongside colobus primate tracking, hikes on the Nyungwe canopy walkway, birdwatching and waterfall trails. On the plantation itself you can join interactive tea tours or try traditional archery and spear throwing between treks. Evenings centre on the spa, firepit lounge and boma dinners, and the heated pool deck cantilevers out directly towards the rainforest canopy.

What is included in a stay at One&Only Nyungwe House?

All-inclusive rates cover gourmet farm-to-table dining, premium wines and spirits, custom forest picnics and boma dinners, supported by dedicated butler care. The 22 keys range from Forest View and Deluxe Rooms to One- and Two-Bedroom Villas with private terraces facing the tea fields and rainforest; the Two-Bedroom Villa suits families with its spacious living room and large outdoor terrace. A spa, pool and firepit complete the estate.

When is the best time to visit One&Only Nyungwe House?

The dry peak months of June to August and December to February are the premier windows for chimpanzee tracking and canopy walks, with firmer forest trails and sunny days ideal for plantation tours and the pool. The green months of March to May and September to November bring tropical rains, but chimpanzees are often easier to track because abundant lower-canopy food keeps them out of the deep valleys — a spectacular, quiet season for birders and photographers.

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One&Only Nyungwe House

Ein ultra-luxuriöses Wildnisrefugium eingebettet in eine bewirtschaftete Teeplantage am Rande des Nyungwe-Waldes

Das One&Only Nyungwe House bietet luxuriöse Unterkünfte, atemberaubende Ausblicke, geführte Waldspaziergänge und erstklassige Annehmlichkeiten im Nyungwe-Wald in Ruanda – perfekt für Naturliebhaber und Ökotouristen.

Nyamasheke Nyungwe Forest Reserve, Rwanda

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About This Property

Das One&Only Nyungwe House ist ein Luxusresort inmitten des üppigen Nyungwe-Wald-Nationalparks im Südwesten Ruandas. Eingebettet in jahrhundertealten Regenwald bietet dieses exklusive Refugium einen unvergleichlichen Blick auf das Blätterdach des Waldes und die sanften Hügel. Das Resort bietet ein anspruchsvolles und zugleich intimes Erlebnis mit elegant eingerichteten Zimmern, Suiten und privaten Villen. Gäste können erstklassige Gastronomie, ein entspannendes Spa und geführte Naturwanderungen durch den Wald genießen, um Wildtiere wie Primaten, Vögel und Schmetterlinge zu beobachten. Das One&Only Nyungwe House ist ein Zufluchtsort für alle, die Abenteuer, Ruhe und Erholung in Ruandas unberührter Natur suchen. Mit makellosem Service, eleganten Unterkünften und einem starken Fokus auf Naturschutz ist es das perfekte Reiseziel für umweltbewusste Reisende und Naturliebhaber.

Amenities & Facilities

14 included

Spa & Wellness

Swimming Pool

Wifi

Guided Forest Walks

Restaurant

Bar

Room Service

Air Conditioning

Laundry

Safari Lounge

Firepit / Boma

Nature Trail

Parking

Room Types

Forest View Room

Elegant rooms with private balconies offering stunning views of the Nyungwe Forest, featuring king-sized or twin beds and en-suite bathrooms.

Deluxe Room

More spacious rooms with enhanced décor, offering larger living space, premium amenities, and expansive views of the surrounding rainforest.

One-Bedroom Villa

Luxurious villas with separate living areas, a king-sized bed, a private terrace, and personal service for a more intimate experience in the forest.

Two-Bedroom Villa

Ideal for families or small groups, featuring two bedrooms, a spacious living room,and a large outdoor terrace for enjoying the spectacular scenery.

Highlights

Stunning location completely enclosed by working tea fields and ancient rainforest
Ultra-exclusive 22-room inventory offering exceptional personal space and dedicated butler care
Heated pool deck cantilevering out directly into the wild canopy of the national park
Elite base camp offering smooth, direct access for chimpanzee and colobus monkey tracking

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Contact & Check-in

Phone

+250 252 581 000

reservations@oneandonlynyungwehouse.com

Website

www.oneandonlyresorts.com/nyungwe-house

Policies

Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 7 days before check-in

Children: Children of all ages are welcome

Check-in: Check-in from 2:00 PM, check-out by 10:00 AM

Activities

6 available

Chimpanzee Trekking Safaris

Nyungwe Canopy Walkway Hikes

Colobus Primate Tracking

Interactive Tea Plantation Tours

Traditional Archery & Spear Throwing

Bird Watching & Waterfall Trails

Dining & Meals

All-Inclusive Luxury RatesGourmet Farm-to-Table Fine DiningPremium Wines & Spirits IncludedCustom Forest Picnics & Boma Dinners

Location & Getting There

One&Only Nyungwe House, Nyamasheke Nyungwe Forest Reserve, Rwanda

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Location

Nyamasheke Nyungwe Forest Reserve, Rwanda

Nyungwe Forest region

Property Type

Hotel

5-star rated property

Destination

Nyungwe Forest

Rwanda

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Getting There

Mit dem Auto von Kigali: Das Resort liegt etwa 230 km südwestlich von Kigali. Die malerische Fahrt dauert ca. 5 bis 5,5 Stunden und führt über gut ausgebaute, kurvenreiche Bergstraßen durch Huye (Butare) und Nyanza, direkt durch den wunderschönen Nationalpark.
Mit dem Flugzeug/Hubschrauber: Das Resort verfügt über einen eigenen privaten Hubschrauberlandeplatz. Reisende können einen Hubschraubertransfer vom internationalen Flughafen Kigali (KGL) direkt zum Resortgelände chartern, wodurch sich die Reisezeit auf genau 35 bis 45 Minuten verkürzt.
Mit Linienflügen: Linienflüge von RwandAir fliegen von Kigali zum Flughafen Kamembe (Cyangugu) und dauern ca. 30 Minuten. Von Kamembe aus ist das Resort in 45 Minuten über eine malerische Straße bequem zu erreichen.

Best Time to Visit

Trockenmonate (Juni bis August & Dezember bis Februar): Die beste Zeit für Schimpansenbeobachtungen und Baumkronenwanderungen. Die Waldwege sind fester, was das Wandern weniger anstrengend macht, und sonnige Tage mit klarem Himmel sind ideal für Plantagenführungen und Entspannung am Infinity-Pool.
Regenwaldmonate (März bis Mai & September bis November): Der Regenwald verwandelt sich in ein atemberaubendes, dichtes, smaragdgrünes Paradies. Tropische Regenfälle sind zwar häufig, aber Schimpansen lassen sich oft viel leichter beobachten, da es in den unteren Baumkronen reichlich Nahrung gibt und sie daher nicht in die tiefen Täler abwandern. Es ist eine spektakuläre, ruhige Jahreszeit für ambitionierte Vogelbeobachter und Fotografen.

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www.oneandonlyresorts.com/nyungwe-house

Property Details

Property Type: Hotel
Star Rating: 5-Star
Total Rooms: 22 rooms
Location: Nyamasheke Nyungwe Forest Reserve, Rwanda
Price Range: $$$
Destination: Nyungwe Forest
Amenities: 14 facilities
Activities: 6 available
Languages: English, Swahili, French

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