About this experience
At Uwinka Visitor Centre, the start point for the canopy activity, you will go through registration formalities for the canopy walk and a park guide will assigned. The park guide will provide a guided descent to the canopy itself along with other visitors who have registered for the same schedule, passing through nature walk trails in the forest. Remember mud-resistant hiking shoes, rain coat and pants, wooden hiking sticks are provided. The descent takes an estimated 45 minutes subject to the physical fitness of participants. Reaching the canopy, the guide will brief the guests on how to walk on the canopy, 200 metres long and hanging 60 metres from the forest floor with the top view of the forest nature.
At the canopy, you take your time to appreciate the nature, take pictures and videos. The duration is subject to guest satisfaction, with the guidance of the guide. Once done, guests will hike back to the start point at Uwinka Visitor Centre where the activity ends.
At a glance
- Duration: 15 hr–17 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 15 hr–17 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
- A professional driver-guide
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Shared transport, up to six persons, WiFi on board.
- Admission: Nyungwe National Park and canopy entry
- Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Kigali city
Not included
- Breakfast
- Alcohol beverage, if any, consumed at guest charge, noting that the age requirement for alcohol consumption in Rwanda is above 18 years old.
- Anything not explicitly mentioned
Itinerary and highlights
Drive through Nyungwe National Park as you head to winka Visitor Centre for registration and canopy trail start.
Experience the rain forest on a canopy walkway hanging 60 meters above forest floor, with a superb view of the park's nature.
Meeting and pickup information
- We pick all our travelers. In the notes (or message), please provide the name of the hotel for pick-up or the street number of the house (place) anywhere in Kigali city.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Countryside Tours-Rwanda
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- Travel time is included on the total tour duration
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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