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Stay at Uwinka Campsite: Ultimate Nyungwe Forest Experience

UWINKA CAMPSITE – Uwinka Campsite is located in Nyungwe Forest National Park at the Uwinka Reception Center. It is the best option for backpackers and visitors on a Rwanda camping safari. Camping out in the jungle in Nyungwe is a thrilling experience characterized by beautiful views of the lush rainforest. Camping at Uwinka Campsite gives you the awesome feeling of camping out in the woods, surrounded by different primate species and hundreds of bird species.

Camping at Uwinka Campsite gives you the awesome feeling of camping out in the woods, surrounded by different primate species and hundreds of bird species. The camp is a convenient spot for those looking to explore Nyungwe Forest National Park on a pocket-friendly Rwanda safari.

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Uwinka Campsite at a Glance

  • Uwinka Campsite is set on a wooden platform and has a wooden shade over it, providing campers protection from the rain. The campsite is set within a rainforest; therefore, rain is always expected.
  • Guests at the campsite have stunning views of Nyungwe Forest and occasional visits from the residents of the forest, such as the black and white colobus monkeys.
  • The campsite offers basic camping facilities, including clean shared bathrooms with bucket showers (hot water is available on request) and toilets. Campers are encouraged to carry their own camping supplies and equipment.
  • Firewood for the campfire at Uwinka Campsite is provided.
  • Camping tents, sleeping bags and mats, and camping chairs are available for hire at Uwinka Campsite. Nonetheless, guests can also bring their own camping equipment.
  • There is a simple on-site cafeteria at Uwinka Campsite with a few drink options and some simple meals. You can still carry your own camping food supplies, snacks, and enough drinking water.

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Activities to Take Part in During Your Stay at Uwinka Campsite

  • Chimpanzee trekking for a chance to get a close encounter with the endangered chimpanzees inhabiting the old montane forest of Nyungwe Forest National Park.
  • Take on the amazing canopy walkway, which starts at Uwinka Center. It is an amazing experience above the Nyungwe Forest.
  • Go on guided nature/forest walks in Nyungwe Forest. You are in luck staying at Uwinka Campsite, as most of the trails in the national park start from the Uwinka Reception Center.
  • Guided birding tours in Nyungwe Forest, which hosts over 300 bird species.
  • Guided cultural community visits.

Getting to Uwinka Campsite is easily done by road from Kigali city using private or public transport. Kitabi Eco Center and Macheo Ecolodge are other camping options in Nyungwe Forest National Park that you can choose from on your Rwanda camping safari.

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