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Nyungwe Forest National Park Safari – 5 Days

Duration: 5 Days
Location: Nyungwe Forest National Park, Rwanda
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Languages: English, French

Tour Overview

Embark on a comprehensive 5-day safari to Nyungwe Forest National Park, one of Africa's oldest and most biodiverse rainforests. This immersive tour takes you through Rwanda's stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and remarkable wildlife experiences.

Nyungwe Forest is home to 13 primate species, including a significant population of chimpanzees that live in complex social groups. The national park covers approximately 1,020 square kilometers of dense rainforest, bamboo, grassland, swamps, and bogs, ranging in altitude from 1,600 to 2,950 meters.

Your journey begins in Kigali before heading south to Nyungwe, with meaningful cultural stops along the way. During your stay, you'll track primates in their natural habitat, experience the magnificent canopy walkway, hike to breathtaking waterfalls, and even enjoy a relaxing boat ride on Lake Kivu. This carefully designed itinerary offers the perfect balance of adventure, wildlife encounters, and cultural immersion.

Highlights

  • Track chimpanzees or colobus monkeys with expert guides
  • Experience the thrilling canopy walkway suspended 60 meters above the forest floor
  • Visit the King's Palace Museum and Ethnographic Museum for cultural insights
  • Hike to scenic Kamiranzovu or Ndambarare Waterfalls
  • Enjoy a relaxing boat ride on beautiful Lake Kivu
  • Shop for handcrafts in Kigali's local markets
  • Comfortable accommodation throughout your journey

Package Includes

Airport transfers & meet-and-greet service
Accommodation & meals as per itinerary
1-liter bottled water per person per day
4x4 safari car transportation
Chimpanzee permit
Canopy walkway fees
Waterfalls hike fees
Boat ride fees
Museum entry fees
Professional English-speaking guide
Sightseeing & excursions as per itinerary

Tour Pricing (USD)

Number of People Price Per Person
1 person $3,519
2 Pax $2,859
3 Pax $2,641
4 Pax $2,529
5 Pax $2,463
6 Pax $2,421
7 Pax $2,389
1

Arrival in Kigali

Airport pick-up & transfer to the hotel.

Relaxation, dinner & overnight stay.

2

Kigali → Nyungwe National Park

Morning: Breakfast & drive south to Nyungwe.

Stopovers:

King's Palace Museum (Nyanza) – Cultural tour.

Ethnographic Museum (Huye) & lunch in Huye city.

Evening: Arrive at Nyungwe, check-in, dinner & overnight stay.

3

Primates Tracking & Canopy Walk

Morning: Choose between chimpanzee tracking or colobus monkey tracking.

Midday: Canopy walkway adventure.

Afternoon: Tea plantation tour & community interaction.

Evening: Return to the hotel for dinner & overnight stay.

4

Waterfalls Hike & Lake Kivu Boat Ride

Morning:

Hike to Kamiranzovu Waterfalls (3–4 hrs) or Ndambarare Waterfalls (2 hrs).

Capture scenic photos.

Afternoon: Lunch & boat ride on Lake Kivu.

Evening: Return to the lodge for dinner & overnight stay.

5

Return to Kigali

Morning: Breakfast & check-out.

Stopover: Handcraft market shopping in Kigali.

Nyungwe Forest National Park Location

Nyungwe Forest National Park is located in southwestern Rwanda, approximately 225 kilometers from Kigali. The park covers more than 1,000 square kilometers of rainforest, bamboo, grassland, swamps, and bogs, and is one of the oldest rainforests in Africa.

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