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One & Only Gorilla ’ s Nest is also home to Jack Hanna ’ s Cottage , once owned by the renowned conservationist , the space has been restored to continue the heritage of Jack ’ s work in Rwanda , preserving the original wood flooring , pieces of signature antique furniture and mementos from Jack ’ s time in Rwanda . Guests of the resort can browse the library to learn more about the gorillas and the conservation work to protect them , spend a relaxing evening in the games room complete with snooker table and board games , or retire to the snug to watch films . The cottage hosts regular events from insightful talks from local conservation experts , to cooking classes and private cigar and whisky experiences .
To discover the destination , guests not only have access to the activities in the National Park , but a diverse range of on-resort experiences which can be booked at the dedicated Experience Centre . Each activity caters to the physical strength of each guest with the Experience Team lead by Marelize Conradie who tailormakes each itinerary based on guests ’ preferences . Experiences include Coffee Tasting with the resort ’ s barista and local coffee expert - Musanze ( Kinigi ) is a well-known coffee farming area in
Rwanda and guests have the opportunity to taste a variety of coffee beans sourced from a local female-run cooperative coffee farm . Guests can enjoy yoga on one of the outdoor decks , learn photography at the Studio , or cycle to a nearby community where they can learn about Rwandan culture and history , the art of basket weaving and enjoy the traditional dance and music performances to name a few .
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