The Canopy Walk in Nyungwe Forest is one of the most outstanding tourist’s activities in Rwanda. Visiting the Western province of Rwanda’s Nyungwe Forests is so scenic with the lush hills and tea plantations.
This natural and living forest of Nyungwe is a little gem of primates from Chimpanzees to Mountain monkeys playing in the trees. Get to experience the rain forest from a dazzling new perspective – on the famous Canopy Walkway. The only walk of its kind in East Africa, this breathtaking construction hangs 60 meters above the forest floor between giant trees and towers, revealing a stunning view of the flora and fauna, both below and above. An iconic experience, not to be missed!
The canopy walk in Nyungwe is worth doing. The Starting time of the canopy walk is from 8:00 am/10:00 am, 12:00 pm, or 3:00 pm. For those who are not afraid of heights, this is a great wonder to experience. From the starting point of the Uwinka Visitor Centre to get to the canopy is also about 2 hours. The Canopy walk bridge adjourned between the huge trees one on the feel of the fresh air, 60m above the forest floor. Apart from the freshness in the air and the wonderful aerial view of the trees, you will also enjoy the sights of the fantastic birds that fly across as you enjoy the walk.
Canopy Walk Nyungwe Forest National Park
During our time in Nyungwe Forests National Park, you can participate in Chimpanzee trekking or Colobus monkey tracking, or make your way to visit the nearby tea plantation (with an excellent opportunity to do some birding).
The chimpanzee trek is always unpredictable in terms of length, difficulty, and opportunity to see some chimps, the trek takes you through a slippery but manageable slope before first hearing–then seeing–a whole troop of chimps enjoying breakfast high in a ficus tree.
It is advisable to find a porter to help in maneuvering the descent and eventual ascent, especially with elderly guests and those with walking difficulties. Visitors with plenty of time can trek and see the Colobus monkeys, this is a short stroll adjacent to a Tea plantation,
Get to meet the troops of these beautiful creatures, you will witness dozens upon dozens climbing in the trees–some sitting sedately, and others actively leaping from branch to branch. A great highlight for tourists who visit Nyungwe Forest National Park. Unique sighting, a mother with a snow-white baby (they don’t develop their black and white fur until they’re older).
The Canopy walk experience in Nyungwe forests duration is 2 hours beginning with a 200m walk along the forest trail under the thick canopies for an opportunity to view the ground-level nature before taking on the canopy walkway to get to the top-level of the forest. The great aerial views include; the monkeys, including the blue monkeys, L’Hoest monkeys, black and white Colobus, the red-tailed monkeys, and the birds.
The minimum age for this walk is 6 years and the kids must be escorted by the adults. The cost of Canopy Walk in Nyungwe is $140 per person paid in advance to secure your slot. This is inclusive of park entry fees.
Note: Canopy walk is a minimum of 2 pax, and if this is only 1 pax booking it, the cost will instead be US$ 180.00. More so, the activity is present throughout the whole year. The chances of rain failing are high so, remember to carry a raincoat. The hiking shoes are also vital and both of these can be rented from the reception center. The walking sticks are provided free of charge.
Plan to visit Volcanoes National Park for Gorilla trekking in Rwanda and encounter these shy primates or visit Akagera National Park for a safari to see the Rhinos, Elephants, Buffaloes, and Lion and take a boat ride along Lake Ihema amidst Hippopotamus with a variety of different bird species.