NYUNGWE NATIONAL PARK
Nyungwe National Park, Rwanda’s largest national park covering 1,019 square kilometers, protects one of Africa’s oldest and most biodiverse montane rainforests. Located in southwestern Rwanda, this ancient forest is estimated to be over 10,000 years old and serves as a watershed for the Nile and Congo river systems.
Highlights:
- Home to 13 primate species including chimpanzees
- Over 310 bird species, including 29 Albertine Rift endemics
- 1,068 plant species with 200+ orchid varieties
- Spectacular canopy walkway (the first in East Africa)
- Pristine waterfalls and hiking trails
- Critical water catchment area
- One of the world’s most important biodiversity hotspots
Best Time to Visit: May to September (dry season) for easier trekking
Itineraries
“Ultimate Rainforest Adventure”
Day 1:
- 5:00 AM – Departure from Kigali
- 9:00 AM – Arrival and check-in at eco-lodge
- 10:30 AM – Park orientation and nature walk
- 12:30 PM – Lunch at lodge
- 2:30 PM – Canopy walkway experience
- 4:00 PM – Igishigishigi Trail exploration
- 6:00 PM – Return to lodge
- 7:30 PM – Dinner with forest sounds
Day 2:
- 5:00 AM – Early breakfast
- 5:30 AM – Chimpanzee tracking briefing
- 6:00 AM – Full-day chimpanzee tracking adventure
- 12:00 PM – Packed lunch in the forest
- 2:00 PM – Continue forest exploration
- 4:00 PM – Return to lodge
- 6:00 PM – Relaxation and spa treatments (optional)
- 7:30 PM – Dinner at lodge
Day 3:
- 6:00 AM – Breakfast
- 7:00 AM – Kamiranzovu waterfall hike
- 10:00 AM – Colobus monkey tracking
- 12:00 PM – Lunch at lodge
- 2:00 PM – Visit to nearby tea plantation
- 4:00 PM – Cultural experience with local community
- 5:30 PM – Departure to Kigali
- 9:30 PM – Arrival in Kigali
Package Includes: 2 nights eco-lodge accommodation, all meals, chimpanzee permit, all guided activities, cultural experience, professional guide, transport
