Panorama of Nyungwe Forest National Park at golden hour

3 days · Rwanda · Moderate

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.

Check availability WhatsAppFrom US$1,350 pp

Duration: 3 days
Route: Kigali → Nyanza → Nyungwe NP → Kigali
Best for: Primate lovers, Birders
From: US$1,350 pp

Highlights

Chimpanzee tracking
Nyungwe canopy walkway
Tea plantation walk at Gisakura
King's Palace Museum en route

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

Kigali to Nyungwe via Nyanza

Drive southwest, visiting the King's Palace Museum in Nyanza on the way. Arrive at Nyungwe in the late afternoon.

Lodge at NyungweMeals: L, D

Day 2

Chimpanzees and canopy walk

Early start to track chimpanzees, then the canopy walkway and an optional waterfall trail. Evening tea plantation walk.

Lodge at NyungweMeals: B, L, D

Day 3

Return to Kigali

Optional colobus monkey walk, then the drive back to Kigali.

Meals: B, L

Nyungwe canopy walk bridge above the rainforest with mountains beyond

Hikers on a trail through Nyungwe National Park rainforest

Tea plantation on the hills of western Rwanda

What's included

Chimpanzee tracking permit
Canopy walk fee
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
English-speaking professional driver-guide
Airport pick-up and drop-off at Kigali International Airport
Accommodation as listed, two people sharing
Meals as listed (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
Park entry fees and activities named in the itinerary
Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
24/7 local support from our Kigali team

Not included

International flights
Visa fees (Rwanda issues visas on arrival for most nationalities)
Travel and medical insurance
Tips for guides, trackers and porters
Drinks, laundry and personal expenses
Optional activities not listed

Prices are per person based on two travellers sharing and depend on season, lodge choice and group size. Solo travellers, families and groups are welcome; ask us for an exact quote. Itineraries can be changed to suit you.

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