3 Days Chimpanzee trekking Tour In Nyungwe Forest Rwanda

Embark on a captivating 3-day chimpanzee trekking tour in Nyungwe Forest Rwanda with Pearl Africa Tours. Day 2 unfolds with chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe National Park, home to over 400 chimps, followed by an exhilarating canopy walk. Day 3 invites you to explore the morning with a nature walk or visit tea plantations. Afternoon transfer back to Kigali for your departure. A delightful journey awaits, filled with wildlife, nature walks, and stunning views

3days Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe forest Rwanda
3 days chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe forest Rwanda

Highlights of 3days Chimpanzee trekking in nyungwe forest Rwanda

  • Day 1 : Transfer to Nyungwe National park
  • Day 2: Chimpanzee trekking and canopy walk
  • Day 3: Return back to airport

Detailed Itinerary of 3 days Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe forest Rwanda

Day 1:Arrival in Kigali and Transfer to Nyungwe National Park


Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be met by your guide and driven to Nyungwe National Park, located in the southwestern part of Rwanda. The drive takes approximately 5 hours and passes through some of Rwanda’s stunning landscapes and countryside.

Upon arrival at Nyungwe National Park, you will check-in to your lodge and have lunch. In the afternoon, you can take a nature walk in the forest or relax at the lodge and enjoy the stunning views.

Accommodation: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel (Mid-range) or Nyungwe House (Luxury)

Day 2:Chimpanzee Trekking and Canopy Walk in Nyungwe National Park

After an early breakfast, you will head to the park headquarters for a briefing on chimpanzee trekking rules and regulations. Nyungwe National Park is home to over 400 chimpanzees, making it one of the largest populations in East Africa. You will trek into the forest with your guide and trackers in search of the chimpanzees. Once you locate them, you will spend an hour observing them as they play, groom, and search for food.

In the afternoon, you can take a canopy walk, which is a suspended walkway that offers stunning views of the forest canopy and surrounding landscapes. The canopy walk is approximately 200 meters long and offers a unique and thrilling perspective on the forest.

Accommodation: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel (Mid-range) or Nyungwe House (Luxury)

Day 3:Departure from Nyungwe National Park

After breakfast, you can take a morning nature walk in the forest, where you can see a variety of primates, birds, and other wildlife. You can also visit the nearby tea plantations and learn about the production process of Rwanda’s famous tea.

In the afternoon, you will be transferred back to Kigali, where you can either be dropped off at your hotel or at the airport for your departure flight.

End of 3 Days Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe Forest Rwanda