3-Day Nyungwe National Park Adventure with Chimp Trekking and Tea Estate Tour
Highlights
Nyungwe Forest National Park, Kigali
safari, sightseeing, Wildlife
Private Tour
3 Days
Easy
English, French, Spanish
Description
Embark on a 3-day adventure to Nyungwe National Park, starting with a city tour of Kigali, including the Genocide Memorial and local markets. Experience an unforgettable canopy walk through the treetops, trek to spot chimpanzees and other primates, and enjoy a scenic waterfall nature walk. Visit the Gisakura Tea Estate to learn about tea production, and immerse yourself in Rwanda's rich wildlife, culture, and stunning landscapes with an expert guide.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival and Nyungwe National Park Canopy Walk
- Pick up from your hotel in Kigali at 9:00 AM.
Enjoy a brief Kigali city tour, visiting the Genocide Memorial Center, Central City Market, the former Presidential Palace, and artisan shops.
Drive to Nyungwe National Park, passing through Rwanda’s picturesque hills.
Stop at Kamegeri’s Rock, the National Ethnographic Museum in Huye, Murambi Genocide Memorial, and the former King’s Palace.
Explore the National Ethnographic Museum, showcasing cultural artifacts from Rwanda and beyond.
Have lunch at a local restaurant along the way.
Arrive at your hotel or lodge near Nyungwe National Park, and check-in.
Register for the canopy walk and embark on the walk across the hanging platform 50 meters above the ground, offering stunning aerial views of the forest and wildlife.
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Day 2: Chimp Trekking and Waterfall Nature Walk
- Wake up early, have breakfast at the lodge, and head to Uwinka Visitor Center for the briefing before starting the chimpanzee trekking.
Follow your assigned trail and spot various primates such as Hamlyn’s Monkeys, Olive Baboons, and Red-tailed Monkeys.
Observe birds like the Rwenzori Turaco and Great Blue Turaco during the trek.
Enjoy lunch at the hotel after your trekking experience.
Take a nature walk on the Waterfall Trail, which lasts about 3 hours.
Discover more bird species, smaller primates, and enjoy the beauty of the waterfalls along the trail.
Optionally track the Angola Colobus monkeys in Gisakura, an easier and shorter trek than chimp trekking.
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Day 3: Tea Experience and Return to Kigali
- Visit the Gisakura Tea Estate for a guided tour of the tea farm and factory.
Learn about the process of growing, harvesting, and processing tea at the estate.
Drive back to Kigali after the tea tour, enjoying scenic views along the way.
Drop off at your hotel or the airport for your departure.
End of Safari
Thank you for choosing SilverBird Tours Agency for your Nyungwe National Park adventure.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
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