Nyungwe Forest National Park
Nyungwe Forest National Park is 1,000sq km of protected, rare montane forest and unrivaled biodiversity. This tropical forest, with a high canopy, is situated in the southwest of Rwanda and is home to more than 13 primate species, 240 tree species, 140 orchid species, hundreds of butterflies, and 275 bird species. Nyungwe is stated as the 'most important site for biodiversity conversation in Rwanda' by Birdlife International for its many species, and a thrilling destination for any nature lover.
Highlights
- Experience a thrilling and scenic canopy walk amongst treetops
- Abundance of wildlife, including colorful bird and butterfly species
- Chimpanzee trekking and other incredible hiking trails
- Discover rich rainforest scenery with rare montane forest
- Home to 20% of African primate species
Iconic Activities
- Birdwatching
- Primate Trekking
- Helicopter Flights
- Conservation Experience
- Cultural Experience
- Hiking
- Star Gazing/Star Bed
- Wellness/Spa
Nyungwe Forest National Park Map
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect in the Nyungwe Forest National Park
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Chimpanzee
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Colobus Monkey
TRIPS TO INSPIRE
From majestic wildlife to out of this world natural wonders, cultural melting pots and enchanting beaches, every bespoke Mahlatini journey is thrilling. Unsure where to visit? Whether it’s a bucket-list adventure, a milestone celebration or simply a much-needed escape, experience the joy with this inspiring selection of favorites.
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Luxury Accommodation
From remote safari camps to world-class resorts, our selected properties are hand-picked by our experts and endorsed by our guests. Often intimate, always exceptional, we'll choose the perfect lodges, hotels and villas to suit your personal style and interests.
HOW TO BOOK
At Mahlatini, we like to make things easy for you. Browse our website for inspiration or pick up the phone. Whether you’re full of ideas or unsure of where to start, we’re here to help. Serial safari-goer or first-time visitor, we’re ready to create your ultimate tailormade itinerary.
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Client Reviews
We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.
Adventure Holiday to Kenya, Rwanda & Tanzania
The itinerary Aaron curated for us was perfectly tailored to our preferences, taking into account our likes and dislikes. The entire travel process was seamless, and any issues that did arise were swiftly addressed and corrected. Even the logistics on the ground were handled flawlessly, making for …
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I want to start by deeply thanking Mahlatini for organizing one of the most special trips of our lives. The proposal at Elephant Pepper Camp was an absolutely magical moment, and I want to give special mention to Moses, the camp manager, and his incredible team, including Sammy and Francis. They al…
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A fantastic journey from start to finish: starting with the preparation with Ashley, who listened to us, who knew how to understand what we liked, what we wanted and what was important to us. We worked and reworked the course until we were completely satisfied. The itinerary, the activities, as wel…
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