Nyungwe Forest National Park

Nyungwe Forest National Park is a natural attraction in Rwanda. Nyungwe is one of Africa's oldest montane rainforests, with thirteen primate species including habituated chimpanzees and large colobus troops.

Last updated: 17 September 2026. How we calculate costs

RwandaEntrance $100 · Verified
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Nyungwe is one of Africa's oldest montane rainforests, with thirteen primate species including habituated chimpanzees and large colobus troops. A 70 m-high canopy walkway crosses a ravine, and there are more than 130 km of trails. It is a five-hour drive from Kigali through tea country.

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Hiking
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Related activities

  • Chimpanzee tracking

    Pre-dawn start to follow a habituated chimp community through the forest.

  • Canopy walkway

    Suspension bridge walk 70 m above the forest floor.

  • Tea estate visit

    Walk a hillside estate on the park boundary with tasting.

How to get to Nyungwe Forest National Park

Nyungwe Forest National Park sits in Rwanda. It pairs well with Volcanoes National Park, Kigali Genocide Memorial, Nyamirambo, so you can group them on the same day.

Tickets and time needed

The recorded entrance fee is $100, in the local currency set by the operator.

Tips for your visit

Related things to do here include Chimpanzee tracking, Canopy walkway, Tea estate visit. Prices can change, so check the official source linked on this page before you go.

Nyungwe Forest National Park FAQ

How much does it cost to visit Nyungwe Forest National Park?

The recorded entrance fee is $100, in the local currency set by the operator.

Where is Nyungwe Forest National Park?

Nyungwe Forest National Park is in Rwanda.

What is near Nyungwe Forest National Park?

Nearby places include Volcanoes National Park, Kigali Genocide Memorial, Nyamirambo, Musanze Caves.

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