One & Only Gorilla’s Nest

One&Only Gorilla’s Nest sits on the edge of Volcanoes National Park in northern Rwanda, close to the starting points for mountain gorilla trekking in the Virunga volcanoes. Accommodation is in secluded suites and treehouse style rooms raised among eucalyptus trees above lush gardens, giving a feeling of being tucked into the forest. Each stay comes with thoughtful touches such as binoculars, books and local art. The restaurant draws on the lodge’s own kitchen garden, with menus that change with the seasons, and a One&Only Spa set among the trees offers a restorative treat after a demanding trek. The lodge arranges gorilla treks in the national park, with an evening fireside briefing on the gorilla families, and also offers visits to the Iby’iwacu Cultural Village, a guided coffee experience and drumming and dance performances by local artists. It is a good choice for couples and honeymooners, wellness minded travellers and anyone celebrating a special occasion, and it also works well for families and small groups.