Nyungwe National Park is a reflection of Rwanda’s beauty, preserving wildlife as its natural treasure. Do you want to explore on foot? Night walks in Nyungwe National Park start at 5:30 PM and last between one to three hours. These walks have helped generate revenue for the park, which is used to enforce laws and ensure proper management.
This allows you to experience a peaceful Nyungwe with a variety of animal species.
As the skies brighten, nocturnal animals wake up and move into the woods to hunt sleepy, weak herbivores. The land is calm, but you can still hear sharp voices from the tropical montane forest, which is one of Africa’s densest forests, rich in biodiversity. Upon arrival, the sounds seem to call you deeper into the jungle.
Do not be afraid—armed tour guides will accompany you. They are very knowledgeable and will provide valuable information about nocturnal life. This will also give you a chance to observe chimpanzees and uncover hidden secrets of nature.
Night walks in Nyungwe National Park cost $40 excluded the park entry fee prices.
Chimpanzee tracking is the most popular tourist activity in Nyungwe, attracting many visitors. The park is filled with birds, monkeys caring for each other, and insects, among other wildlife. The cost of the experience is fair, so make sure to participate. After that, you can go on the canopy walk, which is especially enjoyable for those who are not afraid of heights.
If you still have time in the morning, consider visiting Akagera National Park, which holds a rich history. It is said that part of the park’s land was given to survivors of the Rwandan genocide. This led to conflicts as wild animals attacked livestock, resulting in their killing. To solve this problem, a fence was built to separate the animals from the people, reducing the deaths of wild species. Additionally, many animals were killed during the war. To restore the wildlife population, the government and non-governmental organizations imported animals from other countries, successfully increasing the number of species in the park. Today, numerous animals roam freely in Akagera National Park.
Another must-visit destination is Volcanoes National Park, home to mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. If you have a filming permit, you are free to capture your experience.
The forest comes alive at night. Feel free to book with us for an exciting night walk tour in Nyungwe National Park.
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