2 days Chimpanzee trekking Nyungwe

2 days chimpanzee trekking and canopy walk in Nyungwe Forest National Park. The park is located in the south-western part of Rwanda, which covers an area of 1015 km² and has a montane rainforest type in Africa. On record, 500 chimpanzees roam the forest, and a total of 30 have been habituated for trekking experience. Not to mention that 13 primate species, like troops of colobus monkeys, can be trekked; on record, 300 bird species call it home; and the main attractions include chimpanzee tracking and the canopy walk experience. In addition, this safari will start and end in Kigali, Rwanda.

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Detailed itinerary for affordable 2 days chimpanzee trekking Nyungwe Forest National Park in Rwanda

Day 1: Transfer from Kigali city to Nyungwe Forest for canopy walk.

Get ready to be picked up from your hotel or airport by Simba African Expeditions’ driver or guide, who will do a short briefing on the safari, and later drive off straight to Nyungwe Forest National Park. Upon reaching, retire into the booked lodge for check-in, get lunch, and later in the afternoon, head out for a canopy forest walk. After the walk, head back to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Nyungwe Canopy walkway — Canopy walkway in Nyungwe Forest National Park

DESTINATION AND SELECTION OF LODGING.

Main destination: Nyungwe Forest National Park
Up market accommodation: one and only Nyungwe house
Mid-range accommodation: Nyungwe Top view hill hotel
Budget accommodation: EAR or Chimpanzee Lodge
Meal plan: full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 2: chimpanzee tracking Nyungwe Forest National Park and travel back to Kigali.

Upon taking your breakfast at 6:00 a.m. and being ready with your packed lunch and drinking water, you’ll be transferred to the park headquarters. Do a short briefing about chimpanzee tracking rules and regulations in Rwanda, and then straight away transfer to the starting point of the trek; thereafter, head into the jungles in search of chimpanzees. After locating them, not more than an hour of viewing and photographing is allowed. Later on, head back to the start point to meet your driver or guide to head back to the lodge for checkout and drive back to Kigali for drop-off at the airport or desired destination.

Kigali Memorial Center — Kigali Genocide Memorial Center

DESTINATION AND MEALS.

Main destination: Kigali city or Kigali International airport
Meal plan: Half board (breakfast and lunch)

2 days Chimpanzee trekking Nyungwe Forest National Park in Rwanda includes.

Park entry fees
1 chimpanzee tracking permit.
All activities
All accommodation
A professional driver or guide
All transportation
All Taxes or VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water

However, 2 days chimpanzee tracking Nyungwe Forest National Park in Rwanda excludes.

International flights (from to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
The government imposed an increase in taxes and or park fees.

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   Josefine M 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing time with lots of baby animals
We had an amazing time on our two day safari in Mburo Lake National Park. Adam was our driver/guide and he was very knowledgeable about all the animals and the park. It is a long day of driving both to and from Kampala as it is about 5 hours each way, but very worth it to see the fun animals. Unfortunately there are very few predators in the park so we were unable to see any leopards, however, we saw many baby animals including giraffes, baboons, hippos and zebras. Our stay at the eagle's nest was wonderful with yummy food and great views. During our time parts of the grass were being burned so there was some smoke and burnt grassy areas, but it is necessary to maintain the health of the grasslands. So maybe if you can avoid August, that would be better. All in all a great trip. Can recommend as a weekend activity!
  
 
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   Kobusingye J 
 
 
 
 Verified Great Experience
This was my third Safari with Simba Expeditions with a different group each time. Everything was well planned and organized to detail. The guide was knowledgeable and answered all our questions . My family and I enjoyed the experience.
  
 
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   rosy a 
 
 
 
 Verified Definitely get out of Kampala and check these spots out!
Paddy & Patricia were absolutely fantastic looking after me on this luxury safari experience. The care for the customer is excellent with this company. Paddy was an absolute gent, great rapport with every company and stop we had during the trip. He looked out for me having an eggless breakfast, nothing was trouble for the team. So relaxing and fun. My highlight was seeing the giraffes and leopard & lions in Murchison and the Devil's cauldron.
  
 
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   Phil 
 
 
 
 Verified 4th tour with this company and second review
It’s actually my second review for this tour operator which should already speak volumes. I’ve just returned from my fourth in Uganda with Simba and once again they delivered an unforgettable experience from start to finish. The team truly knows how to craft seamless, exciting, and stress-free journeys. Both for trips with friends or my family. From the very first inquiry to the last day of our trip, their team was always quick to respond. Even when we had a few last-minute changes to our room bookings during the safari. They handled everything promptly. Each safari was led by knowledgeable, friendly guides who clearly love what they do. Their insights into wildlife behaviour, the parks, and local cultures added so much value to the trip. Everything was organised exactly as requested. From comfortable transportation and quality lodges (including the exact lodges and room arrangements requested by us) to well-timed transfers and game drives. When comparing options with other operators, I found Simba to be very fairly priced with no hidden fees or surprises. Their transparency and honesty in pricing made it easy to plan and budget for the trip with confidence. The payment was easy as well. They offered me payment by bank transfer or by card. Look no further if you’re planning your next safari in East Africa.
  
 
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   signe h 
 
 
 
 Verified Wonderful trip to Nyungwe
We had an amazing experience traveling with Simba African Expeditions for our 5 day trip in Rwanda. Patricia answered very efficiently to all our requests and helped us customize the trip to our liking. During our trip Tonny was a great guide. He was patient, drove responsibly and made arrangements with all our activities so they went smoothly, we felt very well taken care of! During our trip we spent our time around Nyungwe national park and lake Kivu. The scenery was beautiful and with our itinerary we got to both have an active holiday with chimpanzee trekking, hiking and kayaking, as well as calmer activities like visiting a coffee plantation. Would recommend traveling with Simba Africa expeditions and Rwanda as a destination :)
  
 
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   Sylwester O 
 
 
 
 Verified Unforgettable time with good guide, and car.
Lot of animals, good atmosphere and good car, tasty food. Everything went well, I saw many animals, and spent some great, unforgettable time. Lodge with nice, rustic style
  
 
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   Anna Grace J 
 
 
 
 Verified 1 day Lake Mburo Safari
We had a great 1 day safari to Lake Mburo. We saw SO many zebras,giraffes, and hippos; among other animals. We stopped at the equator for a photo and a quick demonstration. Ashiraf our safari guide was very nice and efficient. Patricia was very helpful and quick with email and whatsapp communication. It was a little a little stressful trying to get back to make our flight(NOT OUR DRIVERS FAULT, UG traffice is VERY UNPREDICTABLE!) Overall a great day trip and i recommend!
  
 
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   Tuva S 
 
 
 
 Verified Brilliant!
Simba African Expeditions was brilliant! They took good care of us, answered all our questions fast and made sure we had an experience of a lifetime. Would definitely recommend!
  
 
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   Soren B 
 
 
 
 Verified Outstanding Safaris with Simba African Expeditions
I recently travelled with Simba African Expeditions, owned by Moses Nadduli in Kampala, Uganda — and it was truly an unforgettable experience. I’ve known Moses for over 20 years and can vouch for his professionalism, integrity, and genuine passion for showcasing the real Africa. Every part of the trip was perfectly organized — from the stunning wildlife and breathtaking landscapes to the smooth logistics and warm hospitality. Moses and his team made us feel safe, cared for, and completely immersed in East Africa’s beauty and culture. If you’re looking for a reliable and authentic safari experience, I can’t recommend Simba African Expeditions highly enough. Would definitely travel with them again!
  
 
  
  
 
 
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