HIKING & NATURE WALKS IN NYUNGWE – Hiking and nature walks in Nyungwe Forest National Park are an amazing and adventurous way to explore the dense montane rainforest and its habitats.
They allow you to get close to nature in the forest, experiencing the different tree and plant species (1,068 species), waterfalls, butterflies (over 100 species), orchids (140 species), birds (over 300 species), and animals, including the 13 primate species.
Nyungwe Forest National Park is the most biodiverse park among the four national parks in Rwanda.
Therefore, taking a nature walk or hiking through the forest of Nyungwe will be highly rewarding, especially for naturalists, bird lovers, primate lovers, and those who appreciate the woods and all their freshness during their Rwanda safaris.
Hiking and Nature Walk Trails in Nyungwe Forest National Park
- Igishigishigi Trail: This is the most popular and most recommended trail in Nyungwe Forest, leading to the canopy walkway.
- Kamiranzovu Trail: Leads to the Kamiranzovu Swamp and the beautiful Kamiranzovu Waterfall.
- Imbaraga Trail: One of the first trails established in the park and one of the most challenging.
- Buhoro Trail: A short trail.
- Isumo Waterfall Trail
- Uwinka Trail
- Congo Nile Divide Trail: One of the park’s longest trails, offering a multi-day adventure.
- Rukuzi Trail: Takes visitors to Rukuzi Waterfall and is among the long trails in Nyungwe.
- Umugote Trail
- Umuyove Trail: Known for its many mahogany trees.
- Karamba Trail: A short trail with rewarding birding opportunities.
- Irebero Trail
- Mt. Bigugu Trail: Offers amazing views.
- Muzimu Trail
- Ngabwe Trail
- Ndambarare Waterfalls Trail: A relatively easy trail.
All the above trails are open throughout the year for those who want to hike and enjoy nature walks in Nyungwe Forest National Park.
The best time to visit the park is during the dry months of mid-December to February and June to September, as the trails are much drier and easier to navigate during these months.
Although you can expect less rainfall during these periods, it is still advisable to carry a light waterproof poncho or raincoat, as light showers can occur even during the dry season in a rain-forest.
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