2-Day Chimpanzee Trek & Canopy Walk Adventure in Nyungwe
Overview
Tour Overview
Rwanda Safari: This trip takes you to the home of chimpanzees and canopy walk adventures in Nyungwe Forest National Park. You will take your adventures on the canopy
Day by Day
Itinerary
Early Pick up from Kigali + Transfer to Nyungwe National Park + Canopy Walk Adventure
Day 1Early Pick up from Kigali + Transfer to Nyungwe National Park + Canopy Walk Adventure Early Pick up from Kigali + Transfer to Nyungwe National Park + Canopy Walk Adventure Our driver guide will pick you up from your hotel/residence in Kigali after your breakfast and transfer you to Nyungwe National Park, the home of chimpanzees. The journey southwest passes through the beautiful terraced hillsides that characterize much of Rwanda’s landscapes, sighting Kamegeri Rock in Ruhango District. Upon arrival at the park, you will proceed with the canopy walk adventure for a thrilling experience of a suspended bridge covering 160 m through the lush montane rainforest and 70 m high from the forest floor. This is one extraordinary activity that offers a spectacular view of the ancient forest. You'll drive to the hotel, check-in, and enjoy property amenities. The evening will be spent at leisure, dinner, and rest. Main Destination: Nyungwe National Park (Chimps) Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry weather, best chimp trekking) High Season June to September (Popular gorilla trekking time in Volcanoes NP) Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot) Wildlife in Nyungwe NP ChimpanzeeCommon White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone LionNone LeopardNone CheetahNone Show more ElephantNone GiraffeNone BuffaloNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: EAR Ken Barham Guest House Budget guest house located less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps) Meals & Drinks: B
Chimpanzee Trekking - Nyanza - Transfer back to Kigali
Day 2Chimpanzee Trekking - Nyanza - Transfer back to Kigali Chimpanzee Trekking - Nyanza - Transfer back to Kigali On this day, you will enjoy an early breakfast at your hotel before embarking on a thrilling hike in search of chimpanzee communities. The Rwandan chimpanzee population is thought to consist of approximately 400-500 individuals, confined to the Nyungwe National Park, including a small community in the Cyamudongo Forest. Prepare to hear these excitable primates before you see them, as their pant-hoots travel through the deep forest. During your hike, you may also spot migratory birdlife including the Ross’ turaco, grey-cheeked hornbill, red-breasted sparrow hawk, and regal sunbird. After your experiences, you will check out and transfer back to Kigali with a stopover at Nyanza King’s Palace Museum on the way for a cultural experience. Then, you'll proceed with your drive to Kigali. You'll be dropped off at your hotel/residence or airport depending on your flight details. See you on your next visit. Main Destination: Nyungwe National Park (Chimps) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included) End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quot
What's covered
Included & Excluded
Included
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- What is included in this tour
Not Included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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