ENRICHING EXPERIENCES

Things to do in Rwanda

Feel a deep oneness with nature and tune into the untamed soul of Rwanda, rich in vivid beauty, majestic wildlife and living traditions.

GORILLA TREKS

Meet Rwanda’s mountain gorillas

Experience rare, life-changing access to our closest relatives in the Rwandan wild, the mountain gorillas, accompanied by our expert guides. You’ll be moved, amazed and inspired.

RWANDAN HEART & SOUL

Authentic connections

Tap into the energy and history of Rwanda with illuminating cultural experiences, from local crafts to immersive village visits.

Giving Back

The women behind local crafts

Handspun Hope is a working farm that produces handmade woollen garments and felted sculptures. The project supports vulnerable local women.

Cultural Village

Iby’iwacu Cultural Village

Visit Iby’iwacu, a traditional Rwandan village, staffed by former poachers. Admire drumming and dancing, and try local activities.

GORILLA LEGENDS

Stories of Your Ancestors

Gather by our bonfire with blankets, drinks and snacks to hear the stories of the 12 gorilla families, plus vital pre-trek information.

Feel the beat

Rhythms of Rwanda

Absorb the sounds of the drummer’s beat and the rhythms, dances, stories and poetry of the nearby community, shared by local performers.

Bean to cup

The Secrets of Rwandan Coffee

During our guided coffee tasting, you’ll learn to detect differences in the beans’ flavour, scent and colour, and visit our coffee garden.

Heart & Soul

Local Crafts

Cultural Village

Stories of Your Ancestors

Rhythms of Rwanda

Secrets of Rwandan Coffee

Heart & Soul

Local Crafts

Cultural Village

Stories of Your Ancestors

Rhythms of Rwanda

Secrets of Rwandan Coffee

RWANDAN HEART & SOUL

Authentic connections

Tap into the energy and history of Rwanda with illuminating cultural experiences, from local crafts to immersive village visits.

Giving Back

The women behind local crafts

Handspun Hope is a working farm that produces handmade woollen garments and felted sculptures. The project supports vulnerable local women.

Cultural Village

Iby’iwacu Cultural Village

Visit Iby’iwacu, a traditional Rwandan village, staffed by former poachers. Admire drumming and dancing, and try local activities.

GORILLA LEGENDS

Stories of Your Ancestors

Gather by our bonfire with blankets, drinks and snacks to hear the stories of the 12 gorilla families, plus vital pre-trek information.

Feel the beat

Rhythms of Rwanda

Absorb the sounds of the drummer’s beat and the rhythms, dances, stories and poetry of the nearby community, shared by local performers.

Bean to cup

The Secrets of Rwandan Coffee

During our guided coffee tasting, you’ll learn to detect differences in the beans’ flavour, scent and colour, and visit our coffee garden.

Boma stories

“Our Boma dancing and drumming experience introduces you to Rwandan culture. Each performance tells a story of our history.”

Teddy Batamuriza, Guest Experience Host, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest

CURATED EXPERIENCES

Nurturing curiosity

Young adults can tap into the natural magic and irrepressible spirit of Rwanda via curated experiences, from archery to hiking and cycling.

NATURAL MAGIC

Wander in Nature

Explore the resort surroundings with our knowledgeable guides, equipped for discovery and spotting birds, butterflies, flowers and trees.

TIME-HONOURED TRADITIONS

Try your hand at archery

Surrounded by a sprawling forest and dramatic volcanic mountains, feel heroic as you enjoy an archery class with our Experience Hosts.

STORIED SECLUSION

Jack Hanna Cottage

Discover a piece of conservation history – the past residence of famed wildlife expert Jack Hanna. His former cottage has been reborn with a games room, kitchen and a library.

WELLBEING IN NATURE

Rwandan healing

Experience natural healing at our jungle-embraced spa, whose revitalising
treatments and experiences draw upon traditional Rwandan wisdom.