Adventures & Activities
Incredible experiences from our jungle resort
Explore Rwanda's heartland
Walk amongst majestic trees, trek the jungles on remarkable animal encounters, and discover the intricacies of our tea plantation. Mountain bike through the lush forest terrain or take a helicopter over incredible views.
Walk with chimps
Strictly monkey business
Meet the Nyungwe National Park’s most charismatic residents on our signature chimpanzee discovery trek. Our experienced guides will lead you through the protected jungle that borders our resort, the natural home of one of East Africa’s rare chimpanzee populations and troops of colobus monkeys.
Explore the jungle
Discover one of the wildest places on earth in the forests surrounding One&Only Nyungwe House.
Hike and climb
Hike through the rainforest depths, and climb through the treetop canopies to spot exotic birds and reptiles.
Tailored to you
Tailored to you, each of our special treks at One&Only Nyungwe House is a unique and unforgettable experience.
Perfect Subjects
Cameras at the ready: the opportunities to photograph Rwanda's rare fauna and flora are endless.
Our tea plantation
From field to teapot
Be immersed in the inner workings of our boutique tea plantation. Trace the journey of the tea leaves, and experience our own exquisite African tea ceremony.
Starry, starry nights
After dark, the sky above One&Only Nyungwe House is illuminated with thousands of stars – the perfect view for astronomers and stargazing novices alike. Our Nocturnal Spotlighting and Stargazing Experience is both educational and exciting; marvel at the planets and constellations from the resort’s elevated decks, or be ushered into the forest for a guided tour.
See Nyungwe National Park by helicopter
Appreciate the vastness of the jungle from a bird’s-eye view. Our 60-minute helicopter ride will swoop you over masses of mahogany and ebony trees, waterfalls and a range of flora that will impress even the most avid of botanists. Taking off and landing from One&Only Nyungwe House’s private helipad, our helicopter tour is an unforgettable experience.
Couple Experiences
Enveloped in nature, our retreat on the edge of the iconic Nyungwe National Park is the ultimate escape for two. Jungle treks, romantic private dining, and breath-taking stargazing; this is a once-in-a-lifetime moment to be shared.
Relax in our Jungle Spa
Relax and rejuvenate in our holistic jungle spa. Our treatments are designed by eco-friendly skincare brand Africology, each one tailormade to capture the essence of Nyungwe Forest’s irrepressible beauty.