One&Only

In the Virunga Mountains, home to half of the world’s Mountain Gorillas, only a handful of travelers trek into the forest each day to spend time with a habituated Gorilla family. Experienced local rangers lead the way through bamboo, giant ferns, and wild orchids, with Golden Monkeys moving through the treetops overhead.

In the south, the Nyungwe Forest has stayed lush since the Ice Age and shelters 13 primate species, among them Chimpanzees, the rare Mangabey Monkey, and troops of Colobus Monkeys. Canopy walks and forest trails reveal delicate orchids, butterflies, and rare birds of the Albertine Rift.

Guided Safaris® itineraries bring both regions together, with One&Only Gorilla’s Nest and One&Only Nyungwe House as your bases in each.

Here, the buzz of Cape Town meets the calm of a private retreat, with contemporary design and warm, intuitive service throughout. The city’s liveliest harbor lies just outside, lined with galleries, shops, and restaurants.

With our Private Guides and chauffeured fleet, the whole Cape is within easy reach: a guided cable car ride up Table Mountain, the Penguins of Boulders Beach, a scenic drive along Chapman’s Peak to the Cape of Good Hope, a personalized visit to Robben Island, and private tastings at award-winning wineries. Private helicopter excursions and sailing trips add a sense of occasion to any stay.