A Peaceful Forest Escape & Remarkable Primate Experience with Seek Wild Africa
Expedition Overview
This 2 Days Chimpanzee Trekking Safari takes you into the ancient rainforests of Nyungwe National Park, one of Africa’s oldest and most biodiverse tropical forests. Famous for its large chimpanzee populations, stunning canopy walk, rich birdlife, and cool mountain climate, Nyungwe offers a refreshing nature escape far from the city. Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Kigali, followed by an early morning chimpanzee trek, forest walks, and breathtaking tea plantation views. A smooth, comfortable, and enriching adventure crafted by Seek Wild Africa.
The Value of This Trip
This journey offers a calm, refreshing break into Rwanda’s pristine rainforest—an emotional, educational, and peaceful wildlife experience. Trekking to meet chimpanzees, hearing the forest come alive, and witnessing Nyungwe’s breathtaking scenery creates lifelong memories and a deeper appreciation for nature.
Comprehensive Itinerary
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DAY 1: Kigali Pickup → Scenic Countryside Drive → Nyungwe National Park → Dinner & Overnight
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Kigali, and you’ll start a beautiful drive through Rwanda’s rolling hills, villages, Culture center like Kings Palace Museum and endless green landscapes. Enjoy scenic stops along the way, including tea plantations and local viewpoints. Arrive in Nyungwe National Park in the afternoon and Have A lunch inside The Park Then settle into your lodge, surrounded by peaceful forest air. Relax, enjoy dinner, and prepare for your chimpanzee adventure the next morning.
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DAY 2: Early Chimpanzee Trekking → Forest Experience → Return to Kigali (Optional Canopy Walk if Time Allows)
Your guide will meet you early 5 Am , then transfer you to the trekking point for your chimpanzee briefing. Begin your chimpanzee trekking adventure, following forest rangers through misty rainforest paths as the forest wakes up with morning calls and fresh mountain air. Once you find the chimpanzees, enjoy your magical hour observing their behavior, interactions, and forest life. After your trek, enjoy a relaxing moment at a nearby viewpoint or tea plantation. (If time allows, you may choose to add the Nyungwe Canopy Walk — optional and customizable.) Drive back to Kigali for drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
Package Inclusions & Transparency
What Is Included
- Professional safari & trekking guide
- Comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle
- Chimpanzee trekking permit
- 1 night accommodation
- Meals: o Day 1: Lunch & Dinner o Day 2: Breakfast & Lunch(optional dinner)
- Soft drinks & drinking water
- All park entrance fees
- Pick-up and drop-off
- All taxes
What Is Excluded
- International flights
- Personal travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Optional Canopy Walk fee (if added)
- Tips for guide & lodge staff
- Personal expenses
Why Book with Seek Wild Africa
Seek Wild Africa offers a smooth, trusted, and truly enjoyable primate trekking experience. Our guides are professional, warm, and knowledgeable, ensuring your journey is safe, well-paced, and memorable. We operate responsibly, support conservation, and value your comfort with clean 4x4 vehicles and thoughtful planning from start to finish.
This safari can be fully customized, including adding number of days, the Canopy Walk, tea experience, or extra forest hikes.
What Travelers Say
Kim is very knowledgeable and polite. He goes above and beyond to support your needs. We interacted for his primates offering in Rwanda. From the Kigali pick up early morning to the admin to make sure you do not miss any spot in your trip. The level of precision is impeccable!!I saved his number for all my friends who will come to the Gorilla Hike.
Our Akagera one-day safari in Akagera National Park was safe, affordable, and perfectly organized—truly our best Africa experience. Our guide Hodari was excellent and made the day unforgettable. Highly recommend Seek Wild Africa!
A successful 3-day gorilla trekking safari in Volcanoes National Park combined with an amazing experience at Lake Kivu. Everything was well organized and unforgettable. Our guide Kim (Hodari) was excellent and made the trip truly special. Highly recommend Seek Wild Africa!
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