One Day Nyungwe Canopy walkway, Zipline and Ndambarare Waterfall
Description
A one-day trip to Nyungwe Forest National Park include a canopy walk, a waterfall hike, and the newly added zipline experience. The zipline has three sections, ranging from 350m to the longest at 500m. The canopy walk offers views from a 70-meter high suspension bridge. The waterfall trail leads to the Ndambarare waterfall, with a 9.6km round trip. Offering a mix of adventure and natural beauty. The canopy walk provides stunning aerial views of the forest and opportunities to spot wildlife, while the waterfall trail leads to a remote waterfall & through the rainforest. Nyungwe National Park is located in southwestern Rwanda, near the border with Burundi. Day trips typically include transportation from Kigali, often in a 4x4 Safari Vehicle, Land Cruiser, & the drive takes approximately 4.5 hours each way. Guided tours are recommended, as they provide insights into the park's history, wildlife, & unique features. Comfortable hiking shoes, rain gear, & a camera are recommended.
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Itinerary
Detailed Itinerary: An early morning pickup in Kigali and transfer to Nyungwe National Park typically involves a private driver and guide by Afri Safaris, picking you up from your hotel around 4:00 AM. The drive to Nyungwe is a scenic journey of approximately 5-6 hours. You'll arrive at the park in the morning, ready for activities. Morning: Begin with the zipline experience, which starts at the Uwinka Visitor Center. Mid-morning: Continue to the canopy walk, a guided experience on the Igishigishigi trail. Lunch: Enjoy a break for lunch, possibly at the Uwinka Reception Center. Afternoon: Hike to the Ndambarare waterfall, a 3-hour and 30-minute round trip. Late Afternoon: Return to Kigali. Key Considerations: Zipline: The zipline offers three sections, with the longest spanning 500 meters. Canopy Walk: The canopy walk is a 160-meter long suspension bridge, 70 meters high. Waterfall: The Ndambarare waterfall hike is a 9.6 km round trip.
Morning Stop by: STAFFORD Coffee for some coffee, leg stretching, using the washrooms and having a breakfast
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please give us some details about the hotel name for pickup or the street number of the house, the neighborhood in Kigali city or on the way to Nyungwe National Park.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 5 hours allotted time is for driving from meeting point to park
Reviews(1)
My experience at the Nyungwe Canopy Walkway, zipline, and Ndambarare Waterfalls was exceptional. The views were breathtaking, the activities were thrilling, and the entire day was perfectly organized. Samuel, my tour guide, was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly kind. I truly enjoyed every moment and highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Kigali.
Dear Danah, Thank you for your time and leaving a review about your Nyungwe experience with us, we are delighted that you enjoyed our service and your experience with our Driver guide Samuel. We appreciate your review and high ratings we look forward to welcoming you back! Best Regards, Afri Safaris Team
