Highlights
Chimpanzee and Monkey Trekking
Nyungwe is home to around 13 different species of primate, including chimpanzees, making tracking these fascinating creatures one of the main reasons that many travellers visit the park. Join an expert tracker as you trek through the lush forest in search of these amazing animals as they play and live in their natural habitat. Supergroups of over 300 Colobus monkeys also live within the park, while it is one of the few places on the planet where L’Hoest’s monkeys can be seen. Beyond these, many of the monkey species found in the park are endemic to the region – including the owl-faced monkey.
Nyungwe Canopy Walk
Offering a different perspective of the enchanting forest, the thrilling canopy walk is suspended between huge trees, lying 60-metres above the ground. The only walk of its kind in East Africa, expect to come face-to-face with cheeky primates, beautiful butterflies and rare birds as you walk among the lush green trees.
Birdlife
An unrivalled destination for bird lovers, Birdlife International has named Nyungwe Forest National Park as “the most important site for biodiversity conservation in Rwanda”, due to its 275 recorded bird species of which 27 are endemic.
Hiking and Biking
A paradise for outdoor adventures, there are several hiking trails around Nyungwe, perfect for showcasing the area’s glorious forested landscape. For a faster paced adventure, mountain biking can also be enjoyed along The Congo Nile Trail, characterised by lakeside tracks and primitive dirt roads.