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. Optimized with a personalized 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
You’re luxurious adventure begins with private pickup from your hotel/Kigali International Airport, then transfer to a private helicopter for scenic fly viewing of Rwanda to Nyungwe Forest National Park, and upon reaching a personalized 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. Retire 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 personalized 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 retire back 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)
