Nyungwe Chimpanzee Tracking Tour

2 Days Nyungwe Chimpanzee Tracking tour

Nyungwe is the largest montane forest in Central Africa, with 13 species of primate; these include chimpanzee and large groups of Rwenzori colobus. Tracking in Nyungwe Forest National Park is on steep, slippery hillsides, and viewing is unpredictable. Around 300 bird species, orchids, and butterflies are other attractions. Nyungwe's biodiversity is astonishing by African standards and is one of the most endemic species-rich areas in the whole of Africa.

Hidden in the heart of Rwanda, Nyungwe Forest National Park is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Among its greatest treasures is the thrilling chimpanzee tracking experience.

With over 500 wild chimpanzees, Nyungwe offers you a rare chance to step into their world. Guided by expert trackers, you’ll hike through lush rainforests, listening to the echo of calls and rustling leaves, until you finally come face-to-face with these intelligent primates. Watching them play, groom, and swing through the treetops is both humbling and unforgettable.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park

After breakfast at your Hotel in Kigali, you will meet and be greeted by a Tour Guide from Green Hills Ecotours and transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park. En route, visit the old King’s Palace in Nyanza. Have lunch and then proceed with your journey to the Park. Dinner and overnight at Nyungwe Forest Lodge

Day 2: Chimpanzee Tracking in Nyungwe Forest; Transfer back to Kigali and Departure

Breakfast will be served early in the morning, and after that, you will proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing at 6:00 am. Unlike other countries like Uganda, where chimpanzee tracking activity starts at 8:00 am, here in Nyungwe Forest National Park, the activity starts at 6:00 am.

You will enter the forest when it's dark, but you will be able to see primate species such as Colobus monkeys, forest birds, and later, you will be able to see the chimpanzees when it's already daytime. Return to your lodge after the tracking for Lunch, and in the afternoon, you will set out for the guided forest walk within the Forest.

Return to Kigali, where you will be dropped off at the Airport to catch your flight back home.

End of Safari.