One&Only Gorilla's Nest is positioned closer to the Volcanoes National Park trekking start point at Kinigi than any other luxury property in the area, making it a practical choice for travellers prioritising the shortest possible transfer on trekking morning. Its 21 suites and villas are set within landscaped indigenous gardens at the base of the park.
Quick facts
- Location: Immediately adjacent to Volcanoes National Park headquarters, Kinigi
- Rooms: 21 suites and villas
- Operator: One&Only Resorts
- Distinctive feature: The shortest transfer of any luxury lodge to the park's trekking briefing point
Why Gorilla's Nest stands out
For travellers who want to minimise pre-dawn transfer time on trekking day, One&Only Gorilla's Nest's proximity to Kinigi is a genuine practical advantage over lodges set further into the surrounding hills. The larger room count than Bisate or Singita Kwitonda also makes it a more realistic choice for group or family bookings needing more inventory on a single date.
Frequently asked questions
Why does lodge proximity to Kinigi matter for gorilla trekking?
Trekking briefings begin early, and a shorter transfer means less pre-dawn driving before a physically demanding day.
Is One&Only Gorilla's Nest suitable for families or groups?
Its larger room count relative to Volcanoes National Park's more intimate lodges makes it a practical option when booking multiple rooms on the same date.
One&Only Gorilla's Nest is available across our Rwanda safari collections.