Uganda is a good year-round destination, but the rainy seasons (March to May and November to December) can make logistics a little tricky.
One of the oldest rainforests in Africa, Nyungwe is rich in biodiversity and spectacularly beautiful. The mountainous region is teaming with wildlife, including a small population of chimpanzees as well as 12 other species of primate, including the L’Hoest’s monkey endemic to the Albertine Rift.
With plenty of rainfall, Nyungwe is also the major catchment area in Rwanda, and supplies water to 70% of the country.
A ridge running through the forest forms a watershed between the drainage systems of the Nile and the Congo. A spring on the slopes of Mt Bigugu is said to be the most remote source of the Nile, the world’s longest river.
Much like gorilla tracking, you need to be prepared for lengthy hikes that can take up to several hours. However, the vegetation on the forest floor is much less dense than in the Virunga mountains where the gorillas live, so the walk is generally a little less tiring. In the rainy season you have a good chance of successfully tracking the chimps on the
Suspended above a ravine in the lush montane rainforest of Nyungwe National Park, the canopy walkway provides an exhilarating perspective on the ancient treetops and wildlife.
The 160m long and 70m high suspension bridge is accessible as part of a guided tour along the Igishigishigi trail, or to those hiking the Imbaraga or Umuyove trails.
Nyungwe National Park is a tropical montane rainforest that is home to 322 bird species as well as 13 species of primate and numerous endemic plant species. So far 29 are bird species have been found here. The star attraction is undoubtedly the Red-collared Babbler and Rwanda is the only safe place to see this stunning bird. Other specialities include Rwenzori Turaco, Handsome Francolin,
Let us preserve our heritage……..Genuine eco-tourism means tourism that has no negative impact on eco-systems, and positively contributes to the destination on a social and environmental level
Bisate Lodge, adjacent to Volcanoes National Park, combines the bucket-list gorilla trek with a pioneering vision of reforestation and community partnership. Bisate is located in the natural amphitheatre
Surrounded by rainforest, nestled among mountians, One&Only Nyungwe House is a haven of creature confmorts where the wild sectrets of nature come to life before our eyes. Sink into the comfort of your secluded
A simple hotel with panoramic views across the surrounding tea plantations. Located near the park headquarters, the twelve red-brick cottages make a convenient base to explore the Nyungwe forest.
Experience the wildlife wonderment of Rwanda’s captivating primates, from chimps to rare mountain gorillas, on this week-long African adventure. Come face-to-face with the fascinating and elusive primates of Rwanda in their natural habitats on two truly bucket list-worthy wildlife experiences.
Meet our company representative and transfer to your hotel in Kigali. Overnight at Chez Lando Hotel. After breakfast transfer to Nyungwe National park via Butare, stopover at the national museum in Butare, where you will learn about the Rwanda
This Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Primates Safari allows you the incredible experience of being able to Gorilla Trek in Ugandaand Rwanda, two of the 3 remaining areas in the world where you can do this!
