Walk an ancient forest
Journey south through Rwanda’s cultural heartland to Nyungwe, one of Africa’s oldest rainforests and home to chimpanzees, colobus monkeys and extraordinary birdlife.
01
Kigali arrival
A warm airport welcome and introduction to Rwanda’s clean, creative capital.
Meals: Dinner
02
Kigali → Nyungwe
Drive south with stops at the King’s Palace Museum and Ethnographic Museum before reaching the forest.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
03
Chimpanzee trekking
Rise early to follow chimpanzee calls into the forest with expert trackers. Spend the afternoon at leisure or visit a nearby tea estate.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
04
Canopy walk and waterfall trail
Experience Nyungwe from above on the canopy walkway, then choose a guided forest trail suited to your energy.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
05
Nyungwe → Kigali
Return north through the hills for your onward flight or Kigali stay.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Permit information
A chimpanzee tracking permit is required and subject to availability.
What’s Included
- Private airport transfers
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Experienced English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation and meals shown in the itinerary
- Bottled water while travelling
- Scheduled activities shown in the itinerary
Not Included
- International flights
- Entry visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
- Alcoholic and additional drinks
- Permits unless expressly included in the written quotation