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.
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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.
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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
December 2, 2024
a seamless booking experience with…
a seamless booking experience with everything handled really well. Bravo!
November 29, 2024
Mel du Toit
Mel du Toit, gave us excellent service and was so quick to respond to our request!! We are looking to return to Simbavati, because of our previous experience there, and Mel has shown that we may continue to expect this !!! Thank you !!!
November 21, 2024
Mel made our booking experience a…
Mel made our booking experience a dream. Quick response with various options absolutely stress free. And trailer made our experience 5 star
Dec 4, 2024
Prompt & knowledgeable
Prompt & knowledgeable
Dec 4, 2024
Great service from Denise at Safari.com
Denise from Safari.com was extremely helpful. She responded promptly, provided good advice on safari lodgings options and worked up a couple of itinerary options to suit our budget. Denise also organised flights and transfers very quickly so that we could finalize our booking in a short time. Much appreciated.
Dec 4, 2024
It was amazing
It was amazing. She even helped us with some of our questions and where to stay.🌞
Dec 2, 2024
a seamless booking experience with…
a seamless booking experience with everything handled really well. Bravo!
Dec 2, 2024
Kim Abrahams is as great to work with
Kim Abrahams is as great to work with. Very responsive and helpful for setting up my trip to Africa
Nov 30, 2024
Great advice, responsive and knowledgeable!
Pascal John at Safari.com guided me on different safari lodges (experience, rating), and most importantly knew about specials (buy 3 nights, get 4th for free) which allowed my family to secure a 5-star location at a more reasonable rate. Great advice, responsive and knowledgeable!
Nov 29, 2024
Fast responses and informative answers.
Fast responses and informative answers.
Nov 29, 2024
Nicole was amazing and dealt with all…
Nicole was amazing and dealt with all my requests and changes in a timely manner
Nov 29, 2024
Mel du Toit
Mel du Toit, gave us excellent service and was so quick to respond to our request!! We are looking to return to Simbavati, because of our previous experience there, and Mel has shown that we may continue to expect this !!! Thank you !!!