NGABWE TRAIL – Ngabwe Trail is one of the interesting trails in Nyungwe Forest National Park on the eastern side, taking hikers through different vegetation zones in just 4.7 km. It is a very scenic route offering some of the best views of the montane rainforest, birding opportunities, some primate sightings, a picnic site with stunning views, and a camping site for an overnight stay in Nyungwe Forest.
Ngabwe Trail at a Glance
- Covers a distance of 4.7 kilometers with a hiking time of approximately 3-4 hours on a round trip with a downhill return journey.
- It is among the short trails in Nyungwe Forest National Park, and the hike on Ngabwe Trail starts from Kitabi Reception Center.
- At the end of the Ngabwe Trail, at the summit of Ngabwe Mountain, there is a scenic picnic spot, and for those interested in camping out for the night, there is also a campsite on this trail.
- Ngabwe Trail provides excellent opportunities for rewarding birdwatching moments. It is recommended for those interested in birds.
- While on the Ngabwe Trail, you will also encounter some of the primate species in Nyungwe Forest, such as mangabeys, colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, and if you are lucky, you might spot some chimpanzees.
- Ngabwe Trail begins at an elevation of 200 meters.
- The highest elevation point of Ngabwe Trail is at 2,730 meters, and the lowest is at 2,320 meters.
- It is considered a moderate route in terms of hiking difficulty, so it can be taken on by anyone in good physical health.
- During the hike on Ngabwe Trail, hikers can choose to continue for another 8 hours hiking to the Kitabi Tea Plantation/Estate.
The best time to go hiking in Nyungwe Forest National Park via the Ngabwe Trail is during the dry season from June to September and the dry months of December, January, and February.
A half-day hike on Ngabwe Trail will cost $15 per person, and a full-day hike costs $25 per person, excluding the park entry fee and the hiking guide fee.
The hike on Ngabwe Trail starts at 9:00 am every morning.
Other Trails in Nyungwe Forest National Park Include:
- Uwinka Trail
- Kamiranzovu Marsh Trail
- Congo Nile Divide Trail
- Muzimu Trail
- Irebero Trail
- Karamba Trail
- Umugote Trail
- Umuyove Trail
- Buhoro Trail
- Igishigishigi Trail
- Bigugu Trail
- Ndambarare Waterfall Trail
- Isumo Waterfall Trail
- Imbaraga Trail
- Rukuzi Trail
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