– Transfer to Nyungwe Forest, Afternoon Canopy Walk Tour

Nyungwe Canopy Walk - On the first day, the operator will pick you up early from your location in Kigali at 7 am. The journey to Nyungwe Forest National Park takes approximately 5 to 6 hours, with a delightful lunch break in Butare town. Upon arrival at the park around 3 pm, prepare for an exhilarating canopy walk tour. Guided by experts, you’ll traverse the Igishigishigi trail, observing a variety of trees, birds, and monkeys. Then, experience the thrilling canopy walkway! Suspended above the forest floor, you’ll enjoy stunning views and a unique perspective of the forest canopy. After 1.5 to 2 hours of adventure, you’ll proceed to Chimpanzee Lodge for a delicious dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

2 – Chimpanzee Tracking in Nyungwe and Drive Back to Kigali via Kibuye/Lake Kivu

Nyungwe Forest National Park - Day two offers more excitement with a chimpanzee tracking adventure. Start the day at 4:30 am with breakfast before meeting the park guides at 5 am. The drive to the trek’s starting point marks the beginning of a true jungle exploration. While the timing of chimp sightings is unpredictable, witnessing these energetic primates in their natural environment is truly enchanting. Prepare for an exhilarating experience as you follow the chimps through the forest, listening to their calls and observing their playful behavior. After an hour of chimpanzee observation, the journey back to Kigali includes a scenic lunch by Lake Kivu in Kibuye town.

Don’t miss this incredible journey filled with adventure and natural wonders! Join this unforgettable experience in Nyungwe Forest.

• All park entrance fees and government taxes
• Chimpanzee trekking & Canopy walk
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Private tour car & Service of an English-speaking professional driver/guide
• Accommodation as per the itinerary

• Beer, personal expenses and international flights

Reserve this 2-day/1-night chimpanzee trekking tour to Nyungwe Forest National Park in Rwanda and enjoy the unique chance to observe chimps in their natural habitat. This 2-day Nyungwe Forest tour is among the most fulfilling short excursions for nature enthusiasts visiting Rwanda, as it involves trekking through one of Africa’s oldest mountain forests, renowned for its rich wildlife diversity, particularly its numerous primates like chimpanzees and various monkey species. Nyungwe National Park hosts over 500 chimpanzees, making it a premier destination for a chimpanzee trekking adventure.

During this 2-day journey to Nyungwe Forest National Park, participants will also experience the canopy walk tour. A visit to Nyungwe is nearly incomplete without venturing onto the iconic canopy walkway, offering stunning views across the forest and providing an opportunity to observe wildlife residing in the treetops, such as monkeys and birds, up close.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.