3 Day Rwanda Chimpanzee Trekking Adventure
3 Day Rwanda Chimpanzee Trekking Adventure
Overview
Embark on an exciting 3 day Rwanda chimpanzee trekking advenure in the heart of Rwanda’s pristine Nyungwe Forest National Park. Located in the country’s southwest near the border with Burundi, Nyungwe is one of Africa’s oldest rainforests and one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in the region. The park is home to a vibrant population of chimpanzees, black-and-white colobus monkeys, owl-faced monkeys, and more than 300 bird species.
This short yet rewarding safari combines a guided chimpanzee trekking experience with the famous Nyungwe Canopy Walkway and scenic nature exploration. Along the way, you will also enjoy cultural visits and beautiful drives through Rwanda’s rolling hills and tea plantations.
Safari Highlights
- Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest National Park
- Nyungwe Canopy Walkway experience above the rainforest
- Cultural visits in Nyanza and Butare
- Scenic drives through tea plantations and Rwanda’s countryside
- Professional local guides and private transportation
Trip Itinerary
Your safari begins with a warm welcome from your professional driver-guide upon arrival at Kigali International Airport or your hotel in Kigali. After a short briefing, begin the scenic journey south toward Nyungwe Forest National Park.
Along the way, you will visit important cultural landmarks including the Nyanza Royal Palace, the traditional residence of Rwanda’s former kings, and the Ethnographic Museum in Butare, one of East Africa’s finest museums showcasing Rwanda’s cultural heritage and history.
After lunch en route, continue driving through beautiful landscapes of rolling hills and tea plantations until you reach Nyungwe Forest. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge, enjoy dinner, and relax as you prepare for the next day’s chimpanzee trekking adventure.
Accommodation: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Wake up early for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience in Nyungwe Forest National Park. After a briefing by park rangers, head into the rainforest with experienced trackers to search for chimpanzee troops. As you trek through the dense forest, you may also encounter other primates, birds, butterflies, and unique plant species.
Once the chimpanzees are located, you will spend time observing their playful behavior and listening to their vocal calls echo through the forest.
After returning to the lodge for lunch and a short rest, continue your adventure with a walk along the famous Nyungwe Canopy Walkway. Suspended more than 60 meters above the forest floor, this thrilling walkway offers breathtaking views of the rainforest canopy and the chance to spot birds and monkeys from above.
Accommodation: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, check out of your lodge and begin the scenic drive back to Kigali through Rwanda’s beautiful countryside. Enjoy views of the rolling hills and rural landscapes along the way.
Upon arrival in Kigali, your guide will drop you off either at your hotel or at Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.
This marks the end of your memorable 3-day Nyungwe chimpanzee trekking safari.
Accommodation: Not included
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Tour Inclusions
- Chimpanzee trekking permit
- Nyungwe Canopy Walkway fees
- All ground transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Park entrance fees
- Cultural visits in Nyanza and Butare
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
Tour Exclusions
- International flights
- Rwanda visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses such as laundry, souvenirs, and phone calls
- Alcoholic and soft drinks not included in the meals
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
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