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Forest · Rwanda

Nyungwe Forest National Park

An ancient rainforest with 13 primate species and a walkway through the treetops.

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In shortNyungwe Forest National Park protects about 1,019 km² of montane rainforest in southwest Rwanda and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2023. It is home to 13 primate species, including chimpanzees and large troops of Angolan colobus monkeys, and offers a canopy walkway, waterfall trails and tea estates. It is about 5–6 hours from Kigali.

Highlights

Nyungwe is also a source area for the Nile and Congo river systems and a paradise for birders seeking Albertine Rift endemics.

Things to do in Nyungwe Forest National Park

Sunrise over the ridges of Nyungwe Forest, southwest RwandaPrimates

Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe

Pant-hoots echoing across an ancient rainforest at dawn.

The suspended canopy walkway in Nyungwe Forest National Park, RwandaAdventure

Nyungwe Canopy Walk

Walk among the treetops of an ancient rainforest.

Grey crowned crane, Rwanda's iconic wetland birdWildlife

Birdwatching in Rwanda

Over 700 species in a country smaller than Belgium.

A road winding through tea plantations in RwandaCulture

Tea & Coffee Experiences

From the hillside to your cup.

Where to stay

Tea plantation on the hills of western RwandaLuxury

One&Only Nyungwe House

Elegant lodge set in a working tea plantation on the edge of the rainforest.

  • Tea plantation setting
  • Spa
  • Chimp trek logistics handled
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Panorama of Nyungwe Forest National Park at golden hourMid-range

Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

Hilltop cottages with sweeping views over the forest and Lake Kivu in the distance.

  • Spectacular views
  • Fireplaces
  • Good value
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Clouds settling in the valleys of Nyungwe ForestBudget

Gisakura Guesthouse

Simple, friendly guesthouse among the Gisakura tea fields close to the trailheads.

  • Budget-friendly
  • Close to trails
  • Tea estate walks
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Tours visiting Nyungwe Forest National Park

The suspended canopy walkway in Nyungwe Forest National Park, Rwanda10 days · Rwanda

10-Day Best of Rwanda Safari

Every corner of Rwanda in ten days: Big Five savanna, gorillas, golden monkeys, chimpanzees in an ancient rainforest, a canopy walk above the treetops and the royal history of Nyanza.

GorillasPrimatesWildlife
From US$6,900 ppView trip
The suspended canopy walkway in Nyungwe Forest National Park, Rwanda1 day · Rwanda

1-Day Canopy Walk Adventure in Nyungwe

An unforgettable day in Rwanda's lush wilderness. Depart early from Kigali through the scenic countryside to Nyungwe National Park and cross bridges suspended high above the forest floor on one of Africa's most exhilarating canopy walks.

ForestAdventureDay trip
From US$450 ppView trip
Panorama of Nyungwe Forest National Park at golden hour3 days · Rwanda

3-Day Nyungwe Chimpanzees & Canopy Walk

One of Africa's oldest rainforests, home to 13 primate species. Track chimpanzees at first light, then walk among the treetops on the canopy walkway.

PrimatesForestHiking
From US$1,350 ppView trip
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