3 Days Nyungwe Forest National Park | Mum And Dad Uganda Tours
Experience the beauty and biodiversity of Rwanda on this 3 Days Nyungwe Forest National Park Safari, an exciting adventure that takes you to Nyungwe Forest National Park in western Rwanda. Renowned as one of Africa’s oldest and best-preserved montane rainforests, Nyungwe is a biodiversity hotspot and home to an incredible variety of wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and unique primate experiences.
The highlight of this safari is an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking adventure, where you’ll track our closest relatives through the dense rainforest. You’ll also enjoy the famous Nyungwe Canopy Walk, a thrilling experience that offers spectacular views of the forest from a suspended bridge high above the treetops.
Beyond chimpanzees, Nyungwe is home to 13 species of primates, including the black-and-white colobus monkey, L’Hoest’s monkey, blue monkey, owl-faced monkey, red-tailed monkey, vervet monkey, Dent’s monkey, crowned monkey, and many other fascinating forest species. The park also boasts more than 300 bird species, beautiful waterfalls, orchids, and countless plant species, making it a paradise for nature lovers and photographers alike.
This safari begins and ends in Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital city, and includes a guided Kigali City Tour, where you’ll visit some of the city’s most significant cultural and historical attractions before or after your forest adventure. It is the perfect itinerary for travelers seeking an immersive primate and rainforest experience while discovering the natural beauty and rich heritage of Rwanda.
Brief itinerary 3 Days Nyungwe Forest National Park
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Nyungwe forest national park
Day 2: Chimpanzee trekking and canopy walk
Day3: end of safari and depature
Detailed itinerary#3 Days Nyungwe Forest National Park
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – City Tour – Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park
Upon your arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional guide/driver from Mum and Dad Uganda Tours. After a brief introduction to your safari, you will begin your journey with a guided tour of Kigali, one of Africa’s cleanest, safest, and most vibrant capital cities.
Your city tour includes a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where you will gain a deeper understanding of Rwanda’s history, the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, and the country’s remarkable journey toward reconciliation and recovery. You will also visit local arts and crafts markets, where you can browse an impressive collection of handmade souvenirs, traditional baskets, colorful fabrics, wood carvings, paintings, jewelry, batik, woven products, leather crafts, and traditional musical instruments. This provides an excellent opportunity to interact with local artisans and experience Rwanda’s rich cultural heritage.
After lunch at a local restaurant, depart Kigali for a scenic drive to Nyungwe Forest National Park in southwestern Rwanda. The journey offers spectacular views of Rwanda’s famous rolling hills, lush tea plantations, picturesque villages, and beautiful countryside, making the drive an enjoyable part of the adventure itself.
Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon or early evening, where you can relax and enjoy the peaceful forest surroundings as you prepare for the exciting chimpanzee trekking and canopy walk experiences awaiting you over the next two days.
Location: Nyungwe Forest National Park
- Luxury: One & Only Nyungwe House
- Mid-range: Nyungwe forest Lodge| Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
- Budget: Nyungwe Nziza Eco Lodge.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Drinking Water throughout
Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking & Canopy Walk in Nyungwe Forest National Park
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing by the park rangers on the guidelines and safety regulations for chimpanzee trekking. Following the briefing, you’ll be assigned an experienced ranger guide who will lead you into the ancient Nyungwe Forest in search of one of its habituated chimpanzee communities.
As you hike through the dense rainforest, keep an eye out for the park’s remarkable biodiversity. Nyungwe is home to 13 species of primates, and during your trek, you may encounter black-and-white colobus monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, blue monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, owl-faced monkeys, vervet monkeys, and a variety of colorful forest birds and butterflies. The forest itself is rich in unique flora, making the trek an enjoyable experience even before locating the chimpanzees.
Once the chimpanzees are found, you will be allowed to spend one unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat. Watching these intelligent primates as they groom one another, play, feed, communicate, and move effortlessly through the forest is a truly fascinating wildlife experience. While sightings are highly successful, it is important to remember that chimpanzees are wild animals, and their movements can never be guaranteed with absolute certainty.
After the trek, return to your lodge for a well-deserved lunch and some time to relax.
In the afternoon, enjoy the famous Nyungwe Canopy Walk, one of Rwanda’s most exciting attractions. Suspended approximately 70 metres above the forest floor, the canopy walkway offers spectacular panoramic views of the rainforest and provides an excellent opportunity to spot birds, monkeys, and other wildlife from a unique perspective.
Alternatively, if you prefer a more relaxed afternoon, you may unwind at the lodge or participate in one of the complimentary activities available. Please inform your guide in advance should you wish to arrange any optional activities.
Location: Nyungwe Forest National Park
- Luxury: One & Only Nyungwe House
- Midrange: Nyungwe forest Lodge| Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
- Budget: Nyungwe Nziza Eco Lodge.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Drinking Water throughout
Day 3: Final day in Rwanda
Day 3: Return to Kigali – Departure
After breakfast, check out of your lodge and bid farewell to the spectacular Nyungwe Forest National Park, one of Africa’s oldest and most biodiverse rainforests. You will then begin your scenic drive back to Kigali, passing through Rwanda’s picturesque countryside, rolling hills, lush tea plantations, and charming rural communities.
Depending on your departure schedule, you may have time to stop in Kigali for some last-minute shopping at local craft markets, where you can purchase handmade souvenirs, traditional baskets, wood carvings, paintings, locally roasted coffee, and other authentic Rwandan products to remember your journey.
Later, your guide will transfer you to Kigali International Airport in time for your onward flight. As your safari comes to an end, you will leave Rwanda with unforgettable memories of tracking wild chimpanzees through the ancient Nyungwe rainforest, experiencing the breathtaking canopy walk, and discovering the country’s rich culture, remarkable wildlife, and warm hospitality.
We thank you for choosing Mum and Dad Uganda Tours and look forward to welcoming you back to Rwanda and East Africa for another unforgettable adventure.
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Included in the 3 Days Nyungwe Forest National Park
- Airport transfers
- Transportation in a 4WD all fuel for the tour
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- Accommodations
- Meals
- Drinking water in the vehicle
- Park entrance fees
- All activities listed in the Itinerary
- 1 Chimpanzee Tracking permit per person (USD 90)
Excluded in the 3 Days Nyungwe Forest National Park
- International flights
- Visa
- Meals that are not part of your accommodation
- A porter to carry your daypack during gorilla tracking (recommended)
- Government tax or increments in park fees
- Personal insurance (medical/travel)
- Tips and gratuities to your driver/guide, rangers, site guides, porters, hotel staff, etc.
- All expenses of a personal nature (e.g. drinks, laundry, souvenirs etc.)
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