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Overview
Experience the untouched beauty and diverse wildlife of Nyungwe National Park with our comprehensive 3-day exploration tour. This adventure offers a blend of exhilarating canopy walks, engaging chimpanzee tracking, and immersive forest hikes, providing a thorough exploration of Rwanda’s most pristine rainforest.
Package Inclusions
- Transportation:Round-trip transfers between Kigali and Lake Kivu.
- Boat Cruise: Guided boat cruise on Lake Kivu, including an island visit if applicable.
- Accommodation:Two nights’ stay in a comfortable lakeside lodge or hotel.
- Tea Plantation Tour:Guided visit to a local tea plantation with insights into tea production
- Meals: All meals, including lunch and dinner on each day of the tour.
- Guided Tours:Assistance with local exploration, including tea plantation visit and lakeside activities.
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Itinerary
Arrive at Nyungwe National Park from Kigali and check in at your comfortable lodge or hotel near the park. After settling in, embark on the exciting canopy walkway experience. The walkway, suspended high above the forest floor, offers breathtaking panoramic views of the rainforest and a unique vantage point for observing wildlife. As you traverse the walkway, look out for bird species and monkeys that inhabit the upper reaches of the forest.
In the afternoon, take a leisurely nature walk on one of Nyungwe’s scenic trails. The Igishigishigi Trail or the Waterfall Trail provides additional opportunities to appreciate the park’s diverse flora and fauna. Return to your lodge in the evening for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay.
In the afternoon, take a leisurely nature walk on one of Nyungwe’s scenic trails. The Igishigishigi Trail or the Waterfall Trail provides additional opportunities to appreciate the park’s diverse flora and fauna. Return to your lodge in the evening for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay.
After breakfast, prepare for an exhilarating chimpanzee tracking adventure. Depart for the park’s headquarters for a briefing on the tracking procedures and safety measures. Set out with your guide on a trek through the lush rainforest to locate the habituated chimpanzee groups. Spend up to one hour observing these fascinating primates in their natural habitat, witnessing their social interactions and behaviors.
Following the chimpanzee tracking, return to your lodge for a well-deserved lunch. In the afternoon, explore other sections of Nyungwe National Park on a guided hike. Consider the Colobus Monkey Trail or the Kamiranzovu Swamp Trail for a chance to see additional wildlife and experience the park’s diverse ecosystems.
Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and relaxation, reflecting on the day’s discoveries.
Following the chimpanzee tracking, return to your lodge for a well-deserved lunch. In the afternoon, explore other sections of Nyungwe National Park on a guided hike. Consider the Colobus Monkey Trail or the Kamiranzovu Swamp Trail for a chance to see additional wildlife and experience the park’s diverse ecosystems.
Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and relaxation, reflecting on the day’s discoveries.
On your final day, enjoy a leisurely breakfast and embark on a morning forest walk. Choose a trail that interests you, such as the Rukuzi Trail or the Uwinka Viewpoint Trail, for more opportunities to explore Nyungwe’s stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity.
After your morning hike, return to the lodge for lunch. Check out and transfer back to Kigali in the afternoon. Depending on your schedule, you may have time for some last-minute exploration or shopping in Kigali before your departure.
After your morning hike, return to the lodge for lunch. Check out and transfer back to Kigali in the afternoon. Depending on your schedule, you may have time for some last-minute exploration or shopping in Kigali before your departure.
What to Bring
- Comfortable Clothing:Comfortable Clothing: Lightweight clothing suitable for lakeside activities.
- Swimwear: For swimming or beach activities.
- Sun Protection: Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
- Camera: To capture the scenery and memorable moments.
- Cash: For additional purchases or local transactions.
Additional Information
- Fitness Level: Low; suitable for all fitness levels.
- Weather: Prepare for varying weather conditions; bring rain gear if needed.
- Health Guidelines: Follow recommended health and safety guidelines for a safe experience.