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Over five days the Nyungwe Forest Chimps Experience provides deep immersion in Rwanda’s prime montane rainforest. After arrival in Kigali you transfer to Nyungwe Forest, where you settle into lodge accommodations surrounded by forest canopy. Over the next days you track chimpanzees on guided treks, explore primate-rich trails with colobus monkeys and other forest mammals, walk canopy walkways for panoramic views, and enjoy birdwatching among the rich avifauna. Evenings are peaceful with meals at the lodge, enjoying local culture and forest sounds. On the final day you return to Kigali, carrying memories of chimp interactions, forest walks, and lush scenery.
Chimpanzee trekking deep in Nyungwe Forest: guided hike through primary rain forest to spend time observing chimps in natural habitat.
Canopy walk and primate trails: walk high above forest floor, spot colobus monkeys, birds, enjoy sweeping views of green valleys and forests.
Lodge stay with full board: relaxed evenings, local cuisine, forest sounds, expert guiding, comfortable lodging nestled in forest environment.
Return to Kigali via scenic drive: enjoy countryside, Rwandan landscapes, cultural insights and reflection on forest and wildlife encounters.
Arrive at Kigali International Airport and you will be met by our safari guide before being transferred to Kigali City. Have an optional city tour in Kigali including a visit to the genocide museum, the art and craft centre, local markets. Later, hotel check-in. Dinner and overnight at Chez Lando Hotel/Kigali Serena Hotel/Mille Collines Hotel.
After breakfast, proceed to Nyungwe Forest National Park. Along the way, make stops at places of interest including local markets, the traditional palace of Rwanda’s Former King in Nyanza. In Butare, visit the Botanical Gardens and a cultural museum. Drive past green fields of tea scattered across the hillsides. Dinner and overnight at Nyungwe Forest Lodge/Peace Guest House/Gisakura Guest House.
Have an early breakfast and later carry out the guided nature walk in the forest to see a variety of animals and bird species such as Rwenzori turaco and black and white casqued hornbill. Go for an accompanied walk in search of large groups of colobus monkeys. You will have a picnic lunch and later in the afternoon return to the lodge for a relaxation. Dinner and overnight at Nyungwe Forest Lodge/Peace Guest House/Gisakura Guest House.
Early start tracking for the chimpanzees, this can take anything from a few hours to a full day depending on where the chimpanzees are. It should be mentioned that it is not guaranteed to see the chimps as they are unpredictable and can move long distances in one day. There are several other primates in Nyungwe such as the Rwenzori colobus, L’Hoest’s monkey, Silver monkey, Owl faced monkey and the Grey cheeked Mangabey. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. Dinner and overnight at Nyungwe Forest Lodge/Peace Guest House/Gisakura Guest House.
Have breakfast at the lodge and later drive back to Kigali to be dropped off at your preferred hotel or transferred to the airport in time for departure flight.
Accommodation and meals as stipulated on each itinerary.
Ground transportation with an English speaking driver/guide or naturalist guide.
Game drives or sightseeing depending on the itinerary – where indicated.
Park or reserve entry fees – where applicable.
International flights.
Airport taxes.
All meals and drinks not specified.
Tips and gratuities.
Items of a personal nature.
Explore Rwanda’s pristine parks, gorilla trekking, serene landscapes, and rich culture with a tailored safari package crafted for unforgettable journeys.
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