Chimpanzee trekking
Search the forest with expert trackers and experience Nyungwe's lively primate habitat.
Rwanda forest · Nyungwe National Park
5 Days Into Nyungwe
Chimpanzee trekking, a canopy walk and time among one of Africa's oldest rainforests.
Duration5 days
DestinationRwanda
Main activityForest + primates
Tour typePrivate journey
Tour overview
Go deeper into the rainforest.
This five-day route connects Kigali with Nyungwe's ancient forest, giving you time for chimpanzee trekking, the canopy walk and slower rainforest exploration. It is a strong package for primate lovers, birders and travellers who want a quieter side of Rwanda.
Safari highlights
What you will experience.
Canopy walk
Walk above the treetops for a rare perspective over the forest.
Forest birding
Make time for Nyungwe's remarkable birdlife and endemic species.
Southern Rwanda
Travel through changing hills, tea country and peaceful forest roads.
Detailed itinerary
Your 5-day journey.
DAY 1
Arrival in Kigali
Meet your guide, settle into Kigali and review the route before the southern transfer.
Accommodation: Kigali hotelMeals: according to arrival
DAY 2
Kigali to Nyungwe
Travel south through Rwanda's hills and tea country toward the forest. Arrive at your lodge and prepare for the next day's activity.
Accommodation: forest lodgeMeals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 3
Chimpanzee trekking
Start early for a ranger briefing and forest trek. Spend the afternoon resting or exploring the lodge surroundings.
Accommodation: forest lodgeActivity: chimpanzee trek
DAY 4
Canopy walk and forest time
Cross the canopy walkway and take in the forest from above, with optional birding or a guided nature walk.
Accommodation: forest lodgeMeals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5
Return to Kigali
Enjoy breakfast and the final forest views before your private transfer back to Kigali or the airport.
Meals: breakfast and lunchEnd: Kigali or airport
Tour information
What's included?
Included
- Professional local guide
- Private transportation
- Chimpanzee and canopy activity fees
- Lodge accommodation
- Meals listed in the itinerary
- Drinking water during transfers
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed
- Tips