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One&Only Gorilla’s Nest O
ne&Only Gorilla’s Nest is a new jungle sanctuary located within a fragrant eucalyptus
forest in Rwanda. Cushioned in the foothills of the volcanic Virunga Mountains, this luxury resort ‘makes the magical possible’ as guests enjoy encounters with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
Accommodation Tis haven of tranquillity — which blends seamlessly into the environ- ment — is home to 14 luxury rooms and seven suites, offering the ulti- mate in privacy. Home to the highest number of natural mountain gorillas in the wild, this is the perfect retreat after a day of trekking. Te jungle-chic cottages and suites
have been designed to skim the treetops. Te scents and sounds of nature are never far from the open-air viewing deck or al fresco shower. Te decor has a contemporary
African feel, highlighting the earthy hues of the jungle. Local materials and art have been used throughout, including volcanic rock and touches of black and white Rwandan Imigongo patterns. Experiencing both gran- deur and privacy the Silverback Suite, complete with its own pool, allows guests to immerse themselves in the forest from every angle.
Cuisine Guests can stroll through the rose garden, spend an evening in the fully refurbished Jack Hanna cottage with interactive cooking classes led by the executive chef and spend evenings by the firepit gazing up at the stars. Te cottage was once the residence
of famed wildlife expert Jack Hanna and his legacy can be felt everywhere from the original dining set to the intimate garden terrace. A vegetable garden with an avocado tree provides the talented chefs with a menu of field-to-fork food that’s both seasonal
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Encounter the elusive mountain gorilla from this luxury retreat lying under a canopy of eucalyptus trees in the heart of Rwanda
and organic. Te cuisine is ‘born of Rwanda and inspired by the world’.
The spa Te spa is a secluded sanctuary offering holistic treatments that harness the power of African botan- icals to soothe the body, mind and spirit. Te signature treatments have been created in partnership with esteemed skincare experts Terres D’Afrique. Daily al fresco yoga and Pilates sessions on the meditation deck are popular with guests. During a stay, there’s the chance to
take part in golden monkey tracking, a hike to Crater Lake and exploration of the Musanze Cave. Guests can also hike to the resting place of conser- vationist Dian Fossey, known for her work with mountain gorillas epito- mised in the film Gorillas in the Mist.
Rwanda Landlocked Rwanda lies within the Great Rift Valley of Central Africa. Extending from dense rainforests to shimmering lakes and the capital of Kigali, nowhere are the mountains more breathtaking than the Virunga volcanoes, home of the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas.
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