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Nyungwe Forest
A Mountain Rainforest in South-West Rwanda
One of the largest areas of montane rainforest in the region, in the south-west of Rwanda, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2023. It is known for its primates, its birds, and a canopy walkway above the forest.
What You'll See
Who Lives Here
Chimpanzee
Tracked on foot with guides. Sightings are not guaranteed.
Other Primates
Over a dozen primate species have been recorded, including colobus monkeys.
Birdlife
Hundreds of species, including many that live only in the Albertine Rift.
The Landscape
Ground That Shapes the Light
Steep, forested ridges, often in cloud, with tea plantations along parts of the boundary.
Best Season
June to September, and December to February
The drier months. The forest is wet and cool in all seasons, so waterproofs are needed year-round.
Weather
What to Pack For
- Dry
- Jun – Sep, Dec – Feb
- 10–22°C
- Cool, with the least rain.
- Wet
- Mar – May, Oct – Nov
- 10–21°C
- Heavy rain and mist.
Find Your Bearings
Nyungwe Forest on the Map
Select any point to see where else the ground leads.
- Volcanoes National Park
- Akagera National Park
- Nyungwe Forest
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