Experience the mesmerizing wildlife, lush mountain vistas, and the vibrant beauty of our working tea plantation at One&Only Nyungwe House—a unique and unparalleled retreat nestled in the heart of Rwanda’s wilderness. Here, nature thrives in its most breathtaking form.
2024
2025
Located near the equator, Rwanda’s elevated terrain brings a comfortable tropical climate with an average yearly temperature of around 15.5°C. The year is split between two wet seasons (March-May and October–November), which bring rain, and two dry seasons (June–September and December–February) that are generally cooler and have light clouds with occasional showers.
Rwanda operates on 230 volts with a 50 Hz frequency. Visitors should bring a voltage converter if their devices do not support 230V at 50Hz.
Complimentary WiFi is provided in all guest rooms and throughout the main resort areas, including the lounge, bar, and restaurant.
Rwanda’s official languages are Kinyarwanda, English, French, and Swahili.
Rwanda operates on Central African Time (UTC +2).
Situated in Southwest Rwanda just south of Lake Kivu near the Burundi border, One & Only Nyungwe House nestles within the scenic tea plantations of Gisakura, on the edge of Nyungwe National Park. Spanning approximately 1,020 square kilometers, this protected landscape encompasses rainforest, bamboo, grasslands, swamps, and bogs, and is among the last remaining mountain rainforests on Earth.
Your stay at Nyungwe National Park offers a unique retreat on the edge of one of Africa’s ancient rainforests. The resort’s beautiful villas, nestled in clusters among the treetops, provide a secluded sanctuary for adventurers while honoring Rwanda’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. With selected dining and beverages included, you’ll also enjoy two signature experiences daily.
The luxurious Two-Bedroom Canopy Villa, set between dense forest and lush tea fields, provides ample space for families, friends, or larger groups. The master bedroom features a four-poster king bed, while the second bedroom has twin beds. Both rooms have wood-burning stoves, private decks, and en suite bathrooms with twin vanities, walk-in showers, and standalone baths.
The Canopy Treehouse, ideal for couples, offers either a king-sized or twin beds, a cozy lounge area, and an expansive private balcony amid the treetops. Here, you can relax to the sounds of the forest and catch glimpses of rare birds and colobus monkeys. Your stay includes exceptional dining, select beverages, and two signature experiences each day.
Enjoy exceptional meals throughout your stay, from leisurely breakfasts to three-course lunches, four-course dinners, and curated picnics and cocktails. Locally sourced ingredients are featured across all meals, giving you an authentic taste of the region’s natural flavors.
Chimpanzee Trek
Embark on a guided trek to meet Nyungwe National Park’s vibrant chimpanzee population, along with colobus monkeys, as expert guides lead you through the pristine jungle.
Hiking and Climbing
Venture into the rainforest on guided hikes or climb into the canopy to discover the park’s fascinating bird and reptile life.
2024:
CANOPY TREEHOUSE KING & CANOPY TREEHOUSE DOUBLE QUEEN -
Full board accommodation
TWO-BEDROOM CANOPY TREEHOUSE
Full board accommodation
2025:
KING CANOPY TREEHOUSE & DOUBLE QUEEN CANOPY TREEHOUSE
Full board accommodation
TWO-BEDROOM CANOPY VILLA
Full board accommodation
November 8, 2024
Mel was amazing!
Mel was amazing! I’m so grateful for her attention to detail. Our trip was incredible and I’ve already recommended Safari.com to friends and family! Thanks again Mel!
November 7, 2024
Mel was incredible
Mel was incredible, she found great options and was quick to always aim for our comfort, I was very satisfied!!!!
October 17, 2024
Mel is friendly and patient
I would usually book my trips myself. Lucky for me I sent off an enquiry to Safari.com and received Mel's wonderful help. Mel responded quickly and made me feel comfortable with Safari.com. organising my trip. Later on, when I realised my dates didn't work with the rest of my trip, Mel gave me my options and costings and rebooked for me. Mel was very patient and friendly. I wouldn't hesitate to use Mel again.
Nov 14, 2024
Thank you Safari.com
Thank you Safari.com (Tanya) for your kind handling of my many emails. regards Paulene
Nov 13, 2024
Exceptional travel agent and overall experience!!
Leigh Ann was an exceptional travel agent who went above and beyond to make our trip to Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls, and Chobe unforgettable. Her recommendations were spot-on, and what made the experience even better was her personal perspective—insights you simply won’t find online. She shared tips that added so much value to our trip and made everything feel more meaningful. Leigh Ann was available anytime we had questions, which made us feel completely supported throughout the trip. From the initial planning stages to our return, every detail was seamless and perfectly coordinated. If you’re planning a trip to Africa, I highly recommend Leigh Ann. She truly gave us a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Thank you, Leigh Ann!
Nov 13, 2024
quick and pleasant
The agent was a pleasure to communicate with and all requests were dealt with quickly. She was able to offer many options that fit our needs. The whole experience could not have gone smoother
Nov 12, 2024
Dolan won the sale
Dolan was very helpful in explaining the experience and how to optimise the time there
Nov 11, 2024
Top notch !
What amazing service . Shann was very helpful especially given the time zone differences she worked all weekend on a very tight timeline
Nov 11, 2024
Luxury South Africa Tour
I inquired into a South African safari tour. I asked two questions, is this a private tour and what are the available dates in May. The first question wasn't answered and the itinerary presented was for "May 2025" but had February dates. When I asked for clarification on the timeline and the dates, there was no response (over 3 days now). I would expect a better response for a luxury tour.
Nov 11, 2024
3-nights Zambia trip
I would start by saying before I started talking to Leigh-Ann Croeser I knew I wanted to go on this 3-nights adventure in Zambia with my family towards the end of this year, but I did not have any idea of how to go about planning it, thankfully Leigh-Ann responded immediately to my enquiry. Ever since I started communicating with her, she has been a very friendly, professional, knowledgeable, awesome Luxury Safari consultant who came through for me in every step of this process. She offered great advice and did a great job in customizing our itinerary and put my mind at ease in the process. She always responded quickly and gave me great advise when I needed. We are so looking forward to going on this adventure. I want to thank her from the bottom of my heart;) Thembi Coleman and her family
Nov 9, 2024
Details were clear and sent in atimely…
Details were clear and sent in atimely manner.
Nov 9, 2024
The lodge was great
The lodge was great, very friendly stuff. Saw all kind of animals. The vendor we booked the lodge, charged way to much, compared when you book the lodge directly.