A 3 days luxury chimpanzee trekking safari in Nyungwe Forest National Park provides a memorable experience by focusing on high-end lodging that features exclusive gourmet dinners and panoramic views of Nyungwe forest, along with a private guided trek to encounter beautiful chimpanzees and explore the famous canopy walkway; this safari typically begins and ends in Kigali, Rwanda. Optimised with a personalised warm welcome from the starting point, with a private VIP pickup to drop-off at Kigali International Airport.
Day 1: Arrival and scenic transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park
Your luxurious adventure begins with private pickup from your hotel/Kigali International Airport, then transfer to a private helicopter for a scenic flight viewing of Rwanda to Nyungwe Forest National Park, and upon reaching, a personalised welcome and check-in into your high-end lodging. Later in the afternoon, you’ll take on a guided walk on the Nyungwe Canopy Walkway on a 200-meter-long suspended bridge. Retreat to the booked lodge for a gourmet dinner and overnight stay.
Destination and selection of lodging.
- Main destination: Nyunwe Foest National Park
- Luxury accommodation: One & Only Nyungwe house
- Meal plan: half board (lunch and dinner)
Day 2: Chimpanzee trekking and wellness
After your morning breakfast, a personalised and private transfer by Simba African Expeditions drive/guide to the park headquarters for a short briefing by an RDB ranger, before beginning your private chimpanzee trek. It’s led by guides and trackers who locate the habituated chimpanzee troops. Upon encounter, one hour is allowed to stay with them and take photos, then return to the lodge for lunch and short relaxation alongside the outdoor pool. Dinner and overnight stay.
Destination and selection of lodging.
- Main destination: Nyunwe Foest National Park
- Luxury accommodation: One & Only Nyungwe house
- Meal plan: half board (lunch and dinner)
Day 3: Optional activity and departure
Early morning wake-up to a leisurely breakfast, while waiting for the last activity of a guided nature walk to waterfalls or the Gisakura tea plantation. In the late morning, depart from Nyungwe Forest National Park and set off for a scenic flight back to Kigali with a concluding tour by drop-off to your hotel or airport in Kigali.
Destination and selection of lodging.
- Main destination: Kigali/Kigali International Airport
- Meal plan: half board (breakfast and lunch)
