August 26, 2023 | Bujo Safaris
Situated in the southwest of Rwanda, Nyungwe National Park has about 400 colobus monkeys and it is the most visited National Park in Rwanda. The park is located in Rusizi district in the Albertine Rift Valley depressions. The unbroken Nyungwe National Park was established in 2005 by the Rwandan government to protect and conserve wildlife species that inhabited the area before especially primates such as the Columbus monkeys. Nyungwe National Park can be accessed by both air and road transport, with road transport being the most used type of transport to access the park. It is approximately 190 kilometers from Kigali city Centre to the park with well-tarmacked roads.
Colobus monkey tracking is an exhilarating activity that is done in the densely forested areas of Nyungwe National Park in Rwanda. The activity starts with nature walks into the jungle through the densely forested areas where the primates stay. They are not only these primates that inhabit the forest as chimpanzees also can be seen on the trek. The colobus monkeys are often encountered in the steep areas of the National Park since they inhabit forested areas on the slopes of the mountains of Bigugu.
There are porters situated in these steep areas that help visitors maneuver through the forests even when there’s slippery terrain. The porters carry visitors at a relatively cheap price in case they cannot walk on their own through the forests and the wetlands that are often flooded and the overflow of water makes the forests impassable making the porters an asset to Colobus monkey tracking. Supporting the porters in the park subsequently supports the local communities at large since they have families to feed which also helps them realize the impact tourism and its activities have on their daily lives and afterwards teaches them to participate in conservation activities in the park.
Inside the captive Nyungwe National Park, there are trails guiding visitors to the colobus monkey areas which makes it easier for the visitors the track down these beautiful animals and have gratified experiences that are untroubled in the jungles of Rwanda.
Visitors pay a non-negotiable fee of $50 per person per trek in order to access the Golden Monkey areas and spend time with them. This is relatively cheaper as compared to the price of tracking down other primates which boosts tourism amongst all classes of people.
Canopy walks. These are very exciting and engaging walks that offer visitors opportunities to see the beautiful tropical rainforests of the National Park and the distant volcanoes of Gahinga. Such beautiful views are good for photography on videography. The canopy walks are done 60m above the tree tops taking up to 160m long and last for about 3 to 4 hours starting from the visitor's centre.
Birding. Nyungwe National Park is home to various bird species that account for over 300 species including great blue turacos. African fish eagles, Abyssinian ground hornbill, secretary birds, grey cranes, saddle billed stock, marabou stocks, hamerkops, and shoebills. There are gazetted spots in Nyungwe National Park where these birds can be viewed from every angle using state-of-the-art binoculars with no hassle.
Educational trails. Educational tours are conducted in the National Park by professional tourist guides and researchers who help educate the citizens and visitors about the importance of biodiversity which adds up to conservation practices in the country and in turn protects the habitat for the spectacular wildlife species.
Forest nature walks are also possible in the National Park. Visitors are taken through the dense forests by tourist guides who go on explaining the importance of the trees to humans as the visitors prove it through the feels, and breathe that helps them relax and disconnect from the exhausting daily schedules of their lives. It is such sensational experiences that motivate visitors to travel to this place over and over again.
Chimpanzee tracking. The magnificent Nyungwe National Park is home to chimpanzees that can be tracked down by visitors under the guidance of tourist guides which helps boost the experiences of travellers to this natural area. Chimpanzee tracking permits are obtained from the Rwanda Development Board in advance to limit the number of people going to this natural area which helps minimize the impact of humans on the natural habitat with the chimpanzees.
Camping. Several camping sites in this natural area offer a tranquil atmosphere for visitors to relax and forget about their worries caused by their day-to-day activities. The views of the beautiful natural areas while at the campsites are worthwhile and worth the effort. Visitors to the National Park usually blend all these activities which offers them unforgettable experiences in the heart of Africa that are reflections of a life that is well lived.
Embarking on a colobus trekking safari requires adequate preparation with enough Hiking requirements such as Sturdy Hiking shoes, Long-sleeved pants and shirts, a pair of Binoculars, a Camera, bottled water, walking sticks, and packed lunch, and many others.
Nyungwe Forest National Park has a variety of accommodation species ranging from Budget, Midrange, and Luxury depending on the choice and Budget of the traveler. Some accommodation facilities include; Gisakura Guest House, Inzozi Beach Hotel, Nyungwe Forest Lodge, Nyungwe Top Hill Hotel as well and Nyungwe House.
Colobus monkey tracking in Rwanda is an all-year-round activity though the best time to visit Colobus Monkeys is during the dry season which runs from December to February and June to September when the trekking trails are drier and easy to maneuver. However, travelers can also track colobus monkeys during the rainy seasons though trekking trails seem to be wet and slippery which challenges the colobus trekking experience in the park.
Absolutely! Book now your primate safari in Rwanda and Uganda to experience unforgettable memories. Early in the Morning, you will embark on a thrilling gorilla trekking safari in Volcanoes National Park which lasts for about 5 to 6 hours including 1 hour of encounter with the magnificent mountain Gorillas, and later head back for lunch and relaxation. Later after lunch, embark on an afternoon session of colobus monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park with a variety of views in the park including Golden monkeys, L’Hoest monkeys, vervet monkeys, blue, black, and white colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, and other primate species. You shall head back to your accommodation center for relaxation as you enjoy the breathtaking views and sweeping fresh air.
Are you planning a primate trekking safari in Rwanda, we are ready to take you to Nyungwe Forest National Park in Rwanda which can be accessed by either road transport or Air transport. Travelers by road, embark on a 5 to 6-hour drive covering about 263km heading to the southwestern part of Rwanda with various stopovers and later arrive at the park in the afternoon. Alternatively, visitors can take a flight from Kamembe International Airstrip and later connect to the park by road transport by a professional Guide from Bujo Safaris. Send us an inquiry and we tailor make your Primate safari to Rwanda combined with Ultimate Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park for unforgettable memories in Africa.
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