Embark on this exciting 2-Day Nyungwe Forest Tour to Rwanda’s renowned national park for primates, where you can encounter 13 species, with chimpanzees being the highlight of the experience.

In Nyungwe National Park, you might encounter a variety of primates, including vervet monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, and colobus monkeys.

Situated in the southern region of Rwanda close to Burundi, this tour features two exciting activities: a canopy walk and chimpanzee trekking.

The canopy walk offers a breathtaking aerial perspective of Nyungwe Forest, and chimpanzee trekking allows you to immerse yourself in an unforgettable hour with our closest relatives, the chimps.

Day 1: Journey to Nyungwe and Canopy Walk

As you step into Kigali for your 2-Day Nyungwe Forest Tour, a friendly representative from our company will be there to greet you at a designated spot, whether it be a hotel or a restaurant.

The representative will be clad in the complete company uniform and will share an exciting overview of the tour.

Your adventure begins as you set off to Nyungwe National Park, where you’ll check in at your chosen accommodation and enjoy a delightful lunch.

Afterward, your driver will whisk you away to the park offices for an exciting briefing by the game ranger before embarking on the canopy walk.

As you stroll along, keep your eyes peeled for playful primates like red-tailed monkeys and a variety of vibrant bird species.

The canopy walk is an exhilarating suspended bridge-like structure, soaring about 70 meters above the ground and stretching 160 meters long, providing breathtaking aerial views of the vibrant forest below. The experience unfolds over the course of approximately 3 hours.

Afterward, head back to your accommodation to unwind and gear up for the exciting adventures that await you the next day.

Day 2: Exciting Chimpanzee Trekking and Journey Ahead Returning to Kigali

Begin your morning with a fulfilling breakfast, then embark on an exciting journey to the park offices with your driver for an informative briefing. The park ranger will share essential tips to ensure your safety and safeguard the wildlife around you.

Prepare to join your trekking teams and embark on an exciting chimpanzee trek. The journey unfolds over 5 to 6 hours, featuring a full hour dedicated to observing and engaging with the chimpanzees. Observe their actions and relish this extraordinary journey.

After the trek, make your way back to the park offices for check-out and collect your chimpanzee trekking certificate. Return to your lodge for a delightful lunch and gather your belongings for the exciting journey back to Kigali.

Upon arriving in Kigali, you have the option to embark on a brief city tour, depending on your arrival time and planned departure.