The One and Only Nyungwe lodge is a fine luxury accommodation in Nyungwe National Park, perfect for travelers seeking for extra luxury without finding discomfort in the wild. The lodge is one of the most popular accommodation stays on primates encounters in Rwanda. Right on the edge of the ancient forests of Nyungwe forest national park lies the treehouse Nyungwe.
With combined efforts from the community, Rwanda Tourism Board and the whole Nyungwe fraternity, there has been infrastructure growth that meets the standard, adding its thoughtful designs, making the whole spot an ideal place to stay. The property brings with it a private feel for unforgettable personalized experience. Nyungwe House lodge is part of One and Only Gorilla’s Nest lodge near the country’s popular tourism destination for gorilla trekking, Volcanoes National Park.
Being on the edge of the oldest montane forest in the country, means the exclusive luxury resort continues to pull in travelers from across the world, especially those seeking chimpanzee trekking, and primate encounters while enjoying extreme luxury in the wild. It is one of the most popular luxury accommodation options for Rwanda Safaris especially while on Rwanda adventure.
LOCATION AND ACCESSIBILITY OF ONE AND ONLY NYUNGWE HOUSE.
One and Only Nyungwe is situated at the border of private tea plantations of Gisakura, western part of Rwanda bordering the ancient forests of Nyungwe National park, and Burundi. The mixture of forest edges and tea plantations, makes the lodge an ideal spot for wilderness and cultural activities.
The road journey from Kigali City to the lodge takes you through Rwanda’s thousand hills and tea plantations within 5 to 6 hours depending on the nature of the road. Travelers who wish to take flights for convenience can take a domestic one from Kigali to Kamembe Airstrip, before taking a short drive of about an hour to the lodge. The lodge setting blends African traditional designs and modern comfort.
Guests can easily sight the rainforest canopies of Nyungwe right from their terraces or balconies. Colobus monkeys can also be spotted. Tea plantation activities are also part of the thrill while at Nyungwe, it is Nyungwe’s working tea plantation, therefore guests can tour tea fields, learn how to preserve tea and engage in other community activities.
WHAT MAKES NYUNGWE HOUSE STAND OUT?
High end luxury and abundant wilderness immersion is what makes the lodge unique. The fewer numbers of rooms brings ultimate privacy and intimate experience. The whole lodge setting is made of locally made materials especially wood and local materials, with modern designed villas that blend into the landscape.
Cocktails on the evening fireplace are also provided for warm evenings. Nyungwe house also paves way for other tourism activities like chimpanzee trekking, forest walks, and tea plantation safaris. Nyugwe house interior blends traditional Rwandan art, and exceptional modernity.
The eco retreat also supports local conservation activities and encourages surrounding community engagements.
ROOM AMENITIES AND ACCOMODATION.
The lodge accommodates 22 luxury rooms, each well placed in modern villa, with a king or twin bed under treated mosquito nets. Each room is well placed, with a spacious balcony, and seating area overlooking the Nyungwe wilderness. The lodge interiors are heartwarming with a sense of Africa and modernity.
The luxury rooms in well housed villas come with large modern TVs, towels, coffee, drinking water, bathrobes, and walk-in showers and high-quality toiletries. Selected beverages are also provided. The rooms have blackout curtains to ensure guests’ sound sleep and relaxation after a long trekking day in Nyungwe.
Luxury guests can dive into 2 Bedroom Canopy Villas that come with treetop views, extra space, and additional private rooms for couples seeking extra privacy. The rooms also come with spacious outdoor space to overlook tea plantations and rainforests. Both laundry and housekeeping are smoothly provided with well organized and fresh intimate rooms
SERVICES AND FACILITIES.
Many packages are offered at One and Only Nyungwe and cover a three course meal including English breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The restaurant also blends international cuisine along with Rwandan flavours. Guests can either enjoy their meals from the dining room, or terraces.
One and Only Nyungwe also offers a well stocked bar and lounge areas where guests can relax comfortably.
The staff at Only and Only are friendly yet keep professionalism at its best. They master at recalling guest’s preferences and needs with extra care. One and Only lodge also go out of its to arrange chimpanzee trekking permits for its guests, birding activities, cultural experiences, and guided forest hikes.
The spot also provides an outdoor infinity pool, equipped gym and spa services. Guests can also engage in fitness and wellness classes. Free WiFi is available in public areas, with 24 hour room service.
The best time to visit the spot for an unforgettable experience is normally both the 2 dry seasons of the year, the long dry season, around June to September, will enable guests to pass through firm roads easier to their accommodation, and also trek primates with high chances of sightings given the dry up of the lush vegetation. The rainy season between March to May makes Nyungwe hikes stressful and tracking almost undoable.