Nyungwe Forest National Park

Ancient Montane Rainforest of the Congo-Nile Divide

Blanketing the ridges of southwestern Rwanda where the Congo and Nile basins divide, Nyungwe Forest National Park spans over 1,000 square kilometres. Inscribed in 2023 as a UNESCO World Heritage site, this primeval rainforest has survived for millions of years, preserving immense plant and animal diversity.

Chimpanzee Tracking and Primate Diversity

Nyungwe is home to thriving populations of habituated chimpanzees tracked from Uwinka and Gisakura trailheads. The park shelters thirteen primate species, including semi-habituated super-troops of over 400 Rwenzori colobus monkeys foraging through the canopy.

Aerial Canopy Walkway

East Africa's suspended Canopy Walkway hangs 70 metres above a deep forest ravine across 160 metres of steel suspension bridges, offering views of canopy wildlife, orchids, and mountain vistas.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Nyungwe Canopy Walkway hike take?

The guided round-trip hike to and from the canopy bridge from Uwinka Visitor Centre takes approximately two hours along forested trails.

Can chimpanzee tracking and the canopy walkway be completed on the same day?

Yes. Visitors typically embark on early morning chimpanzee tracking at dawn and visit the canopy walkway in the early afternoon.