For travellers who want gorilla trekking without a single compromise. You stay two nights at One&Only Gorilla's Nest, a few minutes from the park headquarters at Kinigi, and trek twice — meeting two different gorilla families on two different days — with a dedicated guide and private vehicle throughout.
Price: from $13,850 per person
Choose your room at One&Only Gorilla's Nest. Every option includes two nights at the lodge with meals, two gorilla permits per person ($1,500 each), a private 4x4 with dedicated guide for the whole trip, and transfers from and back to Kigali. Prices are per person, based on two people sharing.
| Room at One&Only Gorilla's Nest | What it is | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Treehouse | Treehouse for couples, 1 king bed, sleeps 2 | $13,850 | Ask on WhatsApp |
| Susa Treehouse | Two-bedroom family treehouse, sleeps 3 | $14,200 $10,700 pp with 3 sharing |
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| Virunga Lodge | Ultra-spacious suite, king bed + sofa bed | $17,950 | Ask on WhatsApp |
| Ingagi Lodge | Expansive suite with living and dining spaces | $34,950 | Ask on WhatsApp |
| Silverback Lodge | Spacious suite with private swimming pool | $38,100 | Ask on WhatsApp |
One&Only's room rates change with season and availability, so we confirm the exact price for your dates before you book. Solo travellers and extra nights are quoted on request.
The lodge
One&Only Gorilla's Nest sits in a eucalyptus forest on the edge of Volcanoes National Park, close to the Kinigi briefing point, so trek mornings start without a long drive. Accommodation is in spacious, elevated suites and private villas with fireplaces, deep baths and forest views; there's a spa, a restaurant built around Rwandan produce, and staff who know the gorilla routine inside out — boots cleaned overnight, a hot drink ready when you return from the forest.
Other top-tier lodges near the park — Bisate Lodge and Singita Kwitonda among them — can be substituted on request. See where to stay for a comparison.
Itinerary
Day 1
Kigali → One&Only Gorilla's Nest
Private transfer north from Kigali (around 2.5 hours) at a civilised hour. Lunch on arrival, an afternoon at the spa or a guided village walk, and a briefing from your guide on the next two days.
Day 2
First gorilla trek
A short drive to the Kinigi briefing for 7:00 AM, then your first trek and hour with a gorilla family. Back to the lodge for a late lunch and a quiet afternoon.
Day 3
Second gorilla trek → Kigali
Your second trek, with a different family — different personalities, different terrain, often a completely different kind of encounter. Lunch at the lodge, then private transfer back to Kigali or the airport.
Why two treks
Gorilla families vary enormously. One might be resting in a clearing in soft light; another might be moving through dense bamboo, feeding noisily, with juveniles wrestling around you. A first trek can be cut short by heavy rain or a family that moves fast. A second trek on another day is the single best way to guarantee the encounter you've imagined — and almost everyone who does two says the second was entirely different from the first.
Included and not included
Included
- 2 nights One&Only Gorilla's Nest
- Meals at the lodge
- 2 gorilla permits per person
- Private 4x4 and dedicated guide
- Kigali transfers
Not included
- Spa treatments and premium drinks
- Porters and tips
- Helicopter transfers (on request)
- Flights, visa, insurance
Luxury safari questions
How much is the luxury gorilla safari at One&Only Gorilla's Nest?
From $13,850 per person (two sharing a Forest Treehouse) up to $38,100 per person for the Silverback Lodge suite with private pool. Every option includes two nights at One&Only Gorilla's Nest, two gorilla permits, a private 4x4 with dedicated guide, and Kigali transfers.
What is included in the luxury gorilla safari?
Two nights at One&Only Gorilla's Nest in your chosen room, two gorilla permits ($1,500 each) for two treks with different families, a private 4x4 with a dedicated guide throughout, transfers from Kigali and back, and meals at the lodge.
Which One&Only Gorilla's Nest room is best for families?
The Susa Treehouse, a two-bedroom treehouse that sleeps three. With three sharing it works out at $10,700 per person. Gorilla trekkers must be 15 or older.
Why two gorilla treks?
Every family is different — in size, character and the terrain where it lives. A second trek on a different day means a second, different encounter, and spreads the risk of a short or rainy first visit.
Can I stay at Bisate or Singita Kwitonda instead?
Yes. We can quote any of the top lodges around Volcanoes National Park; price depends on the lodge and season.
Can the luxury safari include a helicopter transfer?
Helicopter transfers between Kigali and the Volcanoes region can be arranged on request, subject to availability and weather. Ask us for a quote.
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