Nyungwe Safari by Helicopter,4 Days Nyungwe Safari by Helicopter

4 Days Nyungwe Safari by Helicopter is an off-the-beaten-path adventure of a lifetime in Rwanda. An opportunity to track the famous Chimpanzees in Nyungwe, a Canopy walk is a must and a walk to Isumo Waterfalls is among your expectations. Nyungwe forest has so much to offer and one of the best experiences in Rwanda is to come face to face with the Chimpanzees as well as track mountain gorillas in Volcanoes.

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Nyungwe helicopter tour

Introduction

Start	Accommodation	Destination	Basis	Duration
Day 1	One & Only Nyungwe House	Nyungwe Forest National Park	FB+	3 Nights

Key
B&B: Bed and Breakfast
FB+: Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch, and Activities

Included in 4 Days Nyungwe Safari by Helicopter

• All airport transfers.
• All activities as highlighted in the itinerary.
• Kigali Genocide visit.
• Return helicopter flight to Nyungwe.
• 3 Night at One & Only Nyungwe House includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, minibar, non-alcoholic beverages, alcoholic house beverages with meals, and two activities per person per day (as defined by the Resort and subject to change without notice).
•   1 Chimp trek permit per person (this includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, and trek – US$ 90.-).
•   Canopy walk permit per person (this includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, and trek – US$ 60.-).
•   Isumo Waterfall hike permit per person (this includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, and trek – US$ 50.-)
• Exclusive use of a private safari land cruiser 4×4 with WI-FI in receptive areas.
•Services of a professional, experienced English-speaking driver guide.
•Bottled mineral water in the vehicle during the tour.
•Our assistance.

Excluded in 4 Days Nyungwe Safari by Helicopter

International air tickets unless where indicated,
All extra activities, visits, entrances, and extra meals/drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
Entry visa fees,
Optional extras whilst in Kigali
Drinks throughout the trip,
Tips and gratuities,
Personal expenses such as telephone calls, mini bar, porter-age, travel insurance, etc.

Day 1: One & Only Nyungwe House, Nyungwe Forest National Park

Nyungwe Forest National Park. Book Now

Situated in southwestern Rwanda, the Nyungwe Forest National Park is known for its exceptional biodiversity and its wide range of endemic species. The park is composed of lush tracts of rainforest set high up on fertile mountain slopes. It is one of Africa’s most ancient forests and the home of Rwanda’s sole remaining chimpanzee population, as well as 85 additional mammal species, 43 reptile species, nearly 300 bird species, and over 1000 plant species.

Visitors can enjoy spotting Colobus monkeys and chimpanzees hiding in the trees, hiking on a well-maintained network of trails passing through lush equatorial rainforest, and catching a glimpse of a beautiful array of colorful birdlife. Don’t miss the thrilling Canopy Walk; it is one of its kind in Africa and offers impressive views of the forest.

Day Itinerary

0800: Begin the day with a morning breakfast (own arrangement).
0900: Transfer and visit the Kigali genocide Memorial Museum.
1030: Transfer to Kigali International Airport for your helicopter flight.
1120: Helicopter departs Kigali for Nyungwe.
1200: Estimated time of arriving in Nyungwe.
1205: Short transfer to One & Only Nyungwe House.
1215: Check-in at One & Only Nyungwe House.
1230: Lunch at Nyungwe House.
1500: Afternoon relaxation at the resort.
1800: Dinner and overnight stay at Nyungwe House.

Overnight: One & Only Nyungwe House

One&Only Nyungwe House is set amongst the rich tea plantations of Gisakura, In Southwest Rwanda, just south of Lake Kivu on the Burundi border. The property is set on the edge of the iconic Nyungwe National Park, which covers approximately 1020 square kilometers of rainforest, bamboo, and swamps. The accommodations at this lodge provide a sense of tranquility with a fireplace and picturesque private deck.

All rooms include breakfast, lunch, and dinner while featuring tea and coffee facilities and an en-suite bathroom with an indoor shower, wilderness-view shower, and a stand-alone bath.

The One & Only Spa provides relaxing treatments, while the One & Only Gym allows guests space and equipment for a refreshing workout. Additionally, guests can relax in the infinity pool while having a snack and drink and enjoy a meal by the trees with a picnic or at the elegant restaurant

Activities

Kigali Genocide Memorial & Museum

Located just outside of Kigali City Centre in the Gasabo district, Kigali Genocide Memorial & Museum was created by a joint partnership of the Kigali City Council and the UK-based Aegis Trust. The center is extremely moving, challenging, educational, and ultimately inspiring as well as a great place to understand the cause, tragedy and successful rebuilding post-genocide.

The memorial hosts a tour that is transparent and educational but very somber and humbling when guests realize that over 250,000 deceased are buried on the site of the memorial.

Basis

Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch, and Activities

Day 2: One & Only Nyungwe House, Nyungwe Forest National Park

Day Itinerary

0500: Begin the day with a morning breakfast.
0530: Prepare for transfers to Park headquarters for Chimpanzee trek briefing.
0530: Start the Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe forests.
1230: Estimated time to return from the jungle.
1300: Lunch at the Lodge.
1500: Canopy Walk starts
1700: Return from Canopy Walk to your Lodge.
1800: Dinner and overnight stay at One & Only Nyungwe Resort.

Activities

One & Only Nyungwe House Chimpanzee Trekking

Canopy Walk

One & Only Nyungwe House Chimpanzee Trekking

Offered by the One & Only Nyungwe House, Chimpanzee Trekking is an exciting activity whereby guests will dash through the flora to encounter the chimpanzees playing in the wild within the Nyungwe National Park. With a maximum of 8 people per tour, Chimpanzee trekking is one of the best Rwanda highlights on safari, a popular and challenging adventure, but due to the authentic nature of the experience, chimpanzee viewing is not a guarantee.

Canopy Walk

Suspended above the ravine amidst the lush vegetation and montane forest of the Nyungwe National Park, Canopy Walk offers participants an exhilarating perspective atop the ancient treetops and wildlife. The 160 meters long suspended bridge is accessible as a part of a guided hike along the Igishigishigi trail or those hiking the Imbaraga and Umuyove trails.

Basis

Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch, and Activities

Day 3: One & Only Nyungwe House, Nyungwe Forest National Park

Day Itinerary

0800: Begin your day with breakfast.
0900: Isumo Water Fall Hike starts.
1230: Estimated time to return from the jungle.
1330: Lunch at the Lodge.
1500: Take part in the Complimentary Lodge activities.
1800: Overnight and dinner at One &Only Nyungwe Lodge.

Activities

One & Only Nyungwe House Nyungwe Forest Isumo Waterfalls Hike

The impressive Isumo Waterfall Trail starts off winding its way through green tea fields with grassy verges maintained by goats and is full of sun-loving wildflowers and butterflies. After this, the trail moves into the dense vegetation of Nyungwe Forest where a variety of fauna and flora can be seen. The main attraction of the hike is the Isumo Waterfall, roughly 17 meters in height. Many species of primates and birds can be seen near the waterfall. There are two main vantage points for taking in the beauty of the waterfall.

Basis

Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch, and Activities

Day 4: End of Nyungwe Safari by Helicopter Itinerary

Day Itinerary

0900: At your convince, start with breakfast.
1100: Transfer to the Helipad for your flight.
1115: Helicopter flight back to Kigali
1200: Estimated time of arrival at Kigali Airport
1220: Onward flight check for your International Flight.
1230: End of service.

Basis

Bed and Breakfast