One&Only Nyungwe house

Set beside the ancient rainforest of Nyungwe National Park and surrounded by a working tea plantation, One&Only Nyungwe House Rwanda offers one of the country’s most distinctive luxury wilderness experiences. Located in Gisakura in southwestern Rwanda, approximately 230 kilometres from Kigali, the lodge is immersed in rolling tea fields and dense forest renowned for its extraordinary primate and birdlife. It is the perfect complement to a Rwanda gorilla safari, allowing travellers to experience another remarkable side of the country’s landscapes and wildlife.

Luxury Treetop Accommodation

Accommodation is designed to disappear into the greenery, creating the feeling of staying amongst the treetops. The Canopy Treehouse is an intimate one-bedroom retreat for two guests, featuring a deep soaking bathtub, private forest-view balcony and spacious interiors. Guests can choose king or twin configurations, making it ideal for couples, honeymooners or friends travelling together.

For families or travellers seeking additional space, the Two-Bedroom Canopy Villa offers approximately 131m² of accommodation with two ensuite bedrooms, generous living areas, wood-burning stoves and a shaded balcony overlooking the forest.

What Makes One&Only Nyungwe House Stand Out?

The lodge’s greatest attraction is its extraordinary connection to Nyungwe National Park, one of Africa’s most important primate habitats. Chimpanzee trekking in Rwanda is one of the signature experiences, offering the opportunity to enter the rainforest in search of habituated chimpanzees and other primates.

Its location within a working tea plantation adds another layer to the experience. Guests can walk through the emerald tea fields, learn how leaves are picked and processed, participate in tastings and discover the importance of tea to the surrounding communities. The resort also supports local tea pickers through the Nyungwe Cultural Village Cooperative.

Activities & Experiences

Beyond chimpanzee trekking, guests can enjoy guided birdwatching, tea plantation experiences, Imigongo painting, archery, spear throwing and cultural encounters. These activities allow travellers to experience Rwanda through wildlife, landscape, tradition and local craftsmanship rather than simply staying at a luxury lodge.

Wellness is equally important. The One&Only Spa at Nyungwe House draws inspiration from the surrounding rainforest and African wellness traditions, with treatments using ingredients such as marula oil, coffee and mint. Forest-inspired therapies and tranquil outdoor spaces make it especially rewarding after a day of trekking.

Why Stay at One&Only Nyungwe House?

Choose One&Only Nyungwe House for its rare combination of luxury, rainforest adventure, chimpanzee trekking, wellness and authentic Rwandan experiences. The intimate accommodation, exceptional One&Only service and dramatic forest setting make it particularly appealing to honeymooners, couples and discerning travellers looking for something beyond a traditional African safari.

The overall atmosphere is serene, sophisticated and deeply connected to nature. Mornings begin with mist drifting across tea plantations, days are spent exploring one of Africa’s oldest rainforests, and evenings unfold beside a fire with views into the surrounding greenery. For travellers searching for a luxury lodge near Nyungwe National Park, One&Only Nyungwe House offers one of Rwanda’s most memorable wilderness retreats.