2 Days Chimpanzee Trekking Tour in Rwanda

Our 2 Days Chimpanzee Trekking Tour in Rwanda typically offers a visit to the home of great apes ‘’ endangered Chimpanzees. In Rwanda, chimpanzee trekking is done in Nyungwe Forest National Park, known for its chimpanzee population. This tour includes a long drive from Kigali, chimpanzee trekking, and potentially a canopy walk, among others.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Pick up and Transfer to Ngunywe National Park

Early morning transfer from Kigali or another location to Nyungwe National Park. The drive is rewarding, passing through rolling hills and tea plantations. Arrive at the park in the afternoon, have a short briefing, and potentially head on a Colobus monkey trek or opt to engage in a canopy walk. Dinner and an overnight.

Meal plan: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking /Depart

Wake up early, have breakfast, and be driven to the park for the briefing about chimps’ rules and regulations. After the briefing, you will be allocated to where the chimps were last seen the previous day by the expert ranger. The trek takes around 5 hours, depending on their movements. On finding them, you will be given an hour to observe the chimpanzee in their natural habitat.

After the trek, drive back to Kigali or your next destination.

End of the 2 Days Chimpanzee Trekking Tour in Rwanda.

Key highlights of the tour:

Permits: Chimpanzee trekking permits require to book your permit in advance.

What to pack: Pack appropriate clothing for hiking, including waterproof gear, sturdy shoes, and layers for varying temperatures, sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, and binoculars.

Fitness: Chimpanzee trekking requires a moderate level of fitness.

Best time to visit: Best done during the dry season ‘’June to September and December to February, when the trails are out of slippery.