5 DAYS – NYUNGWE CHIMPANZEE, CANOPY & TEA SAFARI

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Overview

Nyungwe gives Nabigaga an important opportunity to sell a different Rwanda experience from gorilla trekking.

This itinerary is designed around the ancient rainforest of southern Rwanda and its remarkable biodiversity.

The central experience is chimpanzee trekking, complemented by the forest canopy experience and the landscapes surrounding Rwanda’s tea-growing communities.

The current Nyungwe booking platform provides 2025/2026 activity and accommodation information, while the published 2026/27 fee information lists international visitor park entry at US$100 for one night, US$150 for two nights, and US$200 for three nights, subject to the applicable tariff.

Included/Excluded

  • Private 4×4 vehicle
  • Professional driver-guide
  • 4 nights accommodation
  • Full board
  • Chimpanzee trekking permit/activity
  • Nyungwe park fees applicable to itinerary
  • Canopy walk
  • Tea/community experience
  • Kigali transfers
  • Drinking water
  • Applicable taxes
  • International flights
  • Rwanda visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips
  • Alcohol
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Porter fees
  • Optional activities
  • Medical expenses
  • Anything not expressly included

Tour Plan

Day 1 – Kigali to Nyungwe Transfers

Depart Kigali after breakfast.

Travel south through Rwanda's rolling hills.

Stop for lunch.

Continue towards Nyungwe.

Arrive at your forest lodge.

Overnight: Nyungwe
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 – Chimpanzee Tracking Chimpanzee Trekking Experience

Early breakfast.

Transfer to the designated chimpanzee tracking area.

Receive your ranger briefing.

Enter the forest.

Track habituated chimpanzees while exploring Nyungwe's rainforest ecosystem.

Other possible sightings include forest monkeys and numerous bird species.

Return to the lodge.

Afternoon relaxation.

Overnight: Nyungwe
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 – Canopy Experience & Forest Exploration Canopy Experience

After breakfast, undertake the Nyungwe canopy experience.

The canopy walk provides a different perspective of the rainforest, with elevated views across the forest canopy and surrounding landscape.

Continue with a guided forest or nature experience.

Return to your lodge.

Overnight: Nyungwe.

Day 4 – Tea & Community Experience Community Experiences

After breakfast, explore the tea-growing landscapes surrounding Nyungwe.

Learn about:

  • Tea cultivation
  • Harvesting
  • Processing
  • Local livelihoods

Enjoy a community-led experience.

Overnight: Nyungwe.

Day 5 – Nyungwe to Kigali Departures

Breakfast.

Depart Nyungwe.

Stop for lunch.

Continue towards Kigali.

Airport or hotel transfer.

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