One & Only Gorilla's Nest Virunga Suites

Discover why Rwandans love cycling so much, venturing through the forest and dramatic volcanic landscape, in this adrenaline-boosting trail, featuring winding turns and gentle climbs across the resort grounds.

Taste the raw flavours of Rwanda with passionate connoisseurs, hearing the origin story of sustainably grown regional coffee. Feel like an expert, learning to detect each hint of difference in flavour, scent, and colour; understanding what makes the perfect cup of coffee. Enjoy with selected savoury and sweet treats that create the perfect sensorial experience.

HEAR THE STORIES OF YOUR ANCESTORS

A gorilla encounter is like looking into the mirror, noticing the behaviors and traits common to humans. A warming set-up with a bonfire, blankets, lanterns, drinks, and snacks, hear the stories of the 12 Gorilla families as well as vital information on distance, interactions, and safety. With insight into the behaviours and personalities to look out for; this is a must for guests embarking on a gorilla trek.

Feel warm as you listen to the sounds of the drummer’s beat and the rhythms, dances, stories, and poetry of the neighbouring community, themed around various traditional songs and instruments. Hosted by local talent, these interactive performances provide invaluable support for the local community to continue cultural arts and inspire younger generations to learn traditions.

Discover a vibrant forest, alive with colour and sound. Revel in the opportunity to see and photograph an array of birds, including sunbirds, bee-eaters, flycatchers, weavers, kites, eagles and vultures. Equipped with a walking stick, binoculars, reference book and iPad – you’ll feel like an intrepid explorer; enjoying a higher level of connection with nature. Sample homemade ice-tea and crudités made from the chef’s garden.

TAKE A RUN THROUGH NATURE

Feel connected to the elements in our terrain run and workout. In this scenic trail explore steep gradients, gentle slopes, and cardio workouts. After pushing your body, recuperate and wind down with a full body stretch.

One&Only Gorilla’s Nest is an evergrowing garden, teaming with flourishing eucalyptus, roses, butterflies, and birds. Winding through the land, with a walking stick, binoculars, reference books, and iPad in hand; learn about the natural lifecycle here where every plant and tree is chosen to encourage an abundance of wildlife. Taste the flavours of this land with home-made natural walk tea and rose macaroons.

TRY YOUR HAND AT ARCHERY

Surrounded by a sprawling forest and dramatic volcanic mountains, feel heroic as you try your hand at archery with our experience hosts.