Imbaraga Trail – Imbaraga Trail is one of the oldest trails (among the first) established in Nyungwe Forest National Park.
It is approximately 10 km long and takes up to 6 hours to complete on a round hiking trip, leading hikers to four different beautiful waterfalls along the trail and over the canopy walkway.
It is an amazing trail to explore Nyungwe Forest National Park.
Imbaraga Trail at a Glance
- Imbaraga Trail covers a distance of 9.8 km with an estimated hiking time of 6 hours. Expect breathtaking views along this long trail that will make up for the tough hike.
- The highest elevation point of Imbaraga Trail is at 2,470 meters, and the lowest is at 1,950 meters.
- Imbaraga Trail is one of the most difficult trails in Nyungwe Forest National Park, recommended for those with some hiking experience who are looking for a more challenging adventure and are in good physical and mental health.
“Imbaraga” is a Rwandese word that literally translates as “strength.”
Highlights of Imbaraga Trail
- Beautiful waterfalls
- Bururi River
- Valleys like Bururi Valley
- Uwinka Ridge
- Big giant trees
Hikers can take a detour to experience the canopy walkway on top of the Nyungwe Forest along the Igishigishigi Trail.
With some luck, hikers on the Imbaraga Trail can encounter the endangered chimpanzees of Nyungwe Forest.
The best time to go hiking on the Imbaraga Trail in Nyungwe Forest is during the dry season from June to September and from December to February.
Nonetheless, hiking can be done all year round in Nyungwe. Just avoid the heavy rain month of April as the trails get very muddy and slippery, making them harder to navigate.
Hiking Imbaraga Trail will cost you $15 for a half day and $25 for a full day per person per hike.
The hike on Imbaraga Trail starts at 9:00 am every day from the Uwinka Visitors Center.
Take a guided hiking tour along Imbaraga Trail to explore the green forested national park and immerse yourself in its lush, vibrant, and refreshing natural environment.
Other Trails in Nyungwe Forest National Park Include:
- Umuyove Trail
- Igishigishigi Trail
- Buhoro Trail
- Kamiranzovu Marsh Trail
- Congo Nile Divide Trail
- Ngabwe Trail
- Uwinka Trail
- Ndambarare Waterfall Trail
- Muzimu Trail
- Rukuzi Trail
- Isumo Waterfall Trail
- Karamba Trail
- Bugugu Trail
- Irebero Trail
- Umugote Trail
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