About this experience
Nyungwe is located in the southwest, covering an area of 1016 km across the majestic hills of southeast Rwanda, Nyungwe National Park is the largest mountainous rain forest in central and east Africa and one of the most ancient, dating back to before the Ice Age. The forest supports over 1025 plant species and over 500 species of orchid and giant lobelia. Nyungwe also has 13 species of primates; these include chimpanzees and the Black and White Angolan colobus monkeys. It is also home to habituated species such as the Mangabeys and the Blue Monkeys. Nyungwe forest has its own Canopy. And it’s the only canopy in East Africa.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- On our arrival to Nyungwe, we will stop at Kitabi Eco Lodge, take our lunch and relax for some minutes just before we go for Canopy Walk adventure
- All along the way, you will be served with mineral water
Not included
- Visa to Rwanda
Itinerary and highlights
Morning hours: we will be driving for 4 to 5 hours until we reach at Uwinka/ starting point (Canopy Walkway bridge)
We will have two stopover, the 1st in Nyanza and the 2nd one at Nyamagabe enjoying the tea plantation views along with landscape.
Afternoon hours: we will drive back to Kigali for 4 to 6 hours including 30 minutes for lunch.
The Canopy walkway adventure will take between 1 hour and 2 hours that includes hiking and bridge crossing.
Meeting and pickup information
- Our driver guide will be at the hotel between 30 min to 1 hour, and we will be happy to have client's WhatsApp number for a quick chart during pick-up time.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Sahihi Africa Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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