Nyungwe National Park lies in southwest Rwanda, partly abutting the Burundi border. This vast area of mountain rainforest is home to many species of chimpanzees, plus owl-faced and colobus monkeys. The Canopy Walkway, part of the Igishigishigi Trail, is a high suspension bridge with views over the valley and surrounding forests. A trail runs to the Kamiranzovu Marsh, with its birdlife, orchids and waterfall. Come and experience Africa with us! Tour Summary You'll go to Rwanda Rwanda You'll visit Nyungwe Forest NP This tour starts and ends in Kigali Rwanda Things to Consider Mid-range tour Private tour Can start any day be customized Not for solo travelers 15 Min age of 15 years
What is included in the tour
- Accommodation
- Private Guide
- Meals
- Transport
What is NOT included in the tour
- Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Visit National Museum at Butare
Day 1: Kigali - Nyungwe Forest National Park
Your safari guide will meet you at your hotel or at the Kigali International airport and drive you to the Nyungwe Forest National Park. Along your journey you will visit Nyanza, the former Mwami’s (King’s) as well as the National Museum at Butare; one the finest ethnographic museums in East Africa. After lunch you will continue driving south to the Nyungwe Forest National Park where you will have the chance to see a variety of wildlife living in the forest. Later in the evening you will check-in at the Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel for dinner and turn in for the night. Main Destination: Nyungwe Forest National Park Accommodation: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel • Mid-range hotel located just outside Nyungwe Forest NP Meals & Drinks: • All meals included • Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2: Nyungwe Forest National Park
After breakfast you will set off into the forest; very early in the morning, to track chimpanzees. You will have the best opportunity to encounter humankind’s closest living relative in the early morning hours. This time will also give you a higher chance to encounter other animals and bird species in this park. In the afternoon you will return to the lodge for lunch. In the evening you will take off on a canopy walk where you will view different animal species and beautiful landscape. After this walk you will return to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay. Main Destination: Nyungwe Forest National Park Accommodation: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel • Mid-range hotel located just outside Nyungwe Forest NP Meals & Drinks: • All meals included • Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 3: Return to Kigali
After breakfast you will check out and your safari guide will drive you back to Kigali for an outbound flight for home. This is where your safari will end. Main Destination: Kigali Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) • Non-alcoholic drinks End of tour • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. • You'll be dropped off at the airport (or hotel).
