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NYUNGWE NATIONAL PARK

One of Africa’s  oldest rainforest, Nyungwe is rich in biodiversity and spectacularly beautiful. A quarter of all Africa’s primates, 13 species, are found here, including the common chimpanzee. It is also a birder’s paradise with around 300 recorded species, nearly 30 of which are endemic to the Albertine rift region with several plant species such as orchids. In 2021, 1,277 hectares of indigenous forest regeneration was assisted through the removal of exotic plants. With plenty of rainfall, Nyungwe is also the major catchment area in Rwanda and supplies water to 70% of the country.

A ridge running through the forest forms a watershed between the drainage systems of the Nile and Congo . A spring on the slopes of Mt. Bigugu is said to be the furthest source of the Nile, the world’s longest river.

Chimpanzee tracking

Nyungwe is home to chimpanzees as well a host of monkeys -colobus, golden, L’Hoest’s, owl faced, dent’s, blue and vervet – alongside olive baboons as well as the nocturnal potto and bushbabies. Sociable creatures, chimpanzees live in extended communities and move around every day, foraging for food and occasionally hunting smaller mammals. They build fresh nests in the trees each night.

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3 DAYS NYUNGWE EXPERIENCE

Chimpanzee tracking, waterfalls, birding, canopy walks, nature walks, tree species, hiking, bee keeping, reptiles, butterflies, scenery watch.

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10 DAYS NYUNGWE- RWANDA SAFARI

Chimpanzee tracking, birding, lake Kivu, Gorilla & golden monkey trekking, wildlife

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6 DAYS NYUNGWE- AKAGERA SAFARI

Chimpanzee tracking, birding, Africa's big 5, wildlife, canopy walk, waterfalls and nature walks.

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23 DAYS NYUNGWE- RWANDA- UGANDA- KENYA SAFARI

Chimpanzee, birding, golden monkeys & Gorilla trekking, Murchison falls, source of the Nile, Great migration, white sand beaches.

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15 DAYS NYUNGWE- RWANDA- UGANDA SAFARI

Chimpanzees, canopy walks, birding, primates, waterfalls, Gorilla trekking, Africa's big 5, source of the Nile, Lake Victoria, wildlife, hotsprings.

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10 DAYS NYUNGWE- RWANDA BIRDING SAFARI

Birding, chimpanzee, Gorilla trekking, golden monkeys, Africa's big 5, city tour, culture and tradition, art and crafts, nature walks, boat cruises.

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Birding

The birdwatching in Nyungwe is among the best in Africa with 322 bird species including red-collared Babbler and other Albertine Rift endemic species. Butterflies are also a common sight with at least 120 species.

Canopy walk experience

Three suspension bridges, 70 meters above the forest floor and spanning more than 120 meters long, will provide you with unparalleled views of the rainforest and mist-covered hills in the distance. The walkway is accessible from the Igishigishigi trail, and visitors are accompanied by guides.

Hiking and waterfall trails

Nyungwe has 15 trails to take in the stunning ancient forests, rugged landscapes, waterfalls and biodiversity of animals and  avian species. For stunning waterfalls, hikers have two options; the approximately 17 meter high Kamiranzovu waterfall is the park’s biggest and joins the river towards lake Kivu. Experience the Ndambarare waterfall by a leisurely walk through the flat terrain of the tea fields, followed by a romp through a lush forest.

Community walks

There are a variety of local community experiences that can make your visit to Nyungwe a special one. They include making handcrafts, tea plantation tours and picking, bee-keeping and honey making. These experiences are offered by those living around the park, residents who contribute much to Rwanda’s conservation.