Embark on an exhilarating 3-Day Nyungwe Forest Bird Watching Tour in Rwanda, featuring captivating bird-watching adventures on the second and third days, with the added thrill of an optional chimpanzee tracking experience.

Prepare to encounter a dazzling array of bird species, such as the Miombo Rock-Thrush, Rockefeller’s Sunbird, Mountain Masked Apalis, Chestnut-throated Apalis, Black-faced Apalis, Collared Apalis, Stripe-breasted Tit, Grauer’s Warbler, Purple-breasted Sunbird, Archer’s Robin-Chat, Red-throated Alethe, Ruwenzori Turaco, Handsome Francolin, and countless more. The 3-Day Nyungwe Forest Bird Watching Tour kicks off and wraps up in Kigali, Rwanda, showcasing stunning landscapes that inspire exploration.

Explore the exciting Rwanda birding tour itinerary below.

Day 1: Journey to Nyungwe Forest National Park and experience the Canopy Walk

Set off for Nyungwe National Park after being picked up from your chosen location in Kigali city. Nyungwe forest stands out as one of Africa’s extraordinary woodlands, home to 13 primate species and a variety of unique bird species.

Prepare for an exhilarating canopy walk on this day.

Day 2: A full day of exploring the wonders of Nyungwe forest through birdwatching

Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and embark on an exciting journey to Nyungwe Forest National Park for a day filled with birdwatching thrills.

The walk presents an exhilarating journey filled with the chance to meet a diverse array of bird species, including the Miombo Rock-Thrush, Rockefeller’s Sunbird, Mountain Masked Apalis, Chestnut-throated Apalis, Black-faced Apalis, Collared Apalis, Stripe-breasted Tit, Grauer’s Warbler, Purple-breasted Sunbird, Archer’s Robin-Chat, Red-throated Alethe, Ruwenzori Turaco, Handsome Francolin, Kivu ground thrush, white-tailed blue flycatcher, and countless others.

Exploring this forest for bird watching is most rewarding during the early morning and late evening, primarily by tuning in to their calls.

Just grab a pair of binoculars to bring distant wonders closer, some long-sleeved shirts for protection, a camera to capture the moments, an East African birding book for guidance, a bottle of refreshing water, and sturdy hiking boots to explore the terrain.

As the sun sets, make your way back to the lodge for an unforgettable final night.

Day 3: Optional chimpanzee tracking and transfer back to Kigali Set off on an exciting optional chimpanzee tracking experience, as the highlight of Nyungwe National Park is its captivating chimpanzees.

This journey kicks off just after breakfast, accompanied by an exciting briefing that covers the essential trekking rules and regulations.

Chimp tracking can extend for as long as 5 hours, with a full hour dedicated to being in the company of these captivating primates, allowing for unforgettable photos and videos to be captured.

During the trek, discover a variety of captivating sights, including small primates and an array of birds such as the Rwenzori Hill-babbler, Mountain Yellow Warbler, Cinnamon Bracken Warbler, Northern Puffback, Rwenzori Double-collared Sunbird, White-starred Robin, Dusky Crimsonwing, Streaky Seedeater, and countless others.

After this unforgettable experience, return to the lodge for lunch and begin your journey back to Kigali, enjoying the stunning views of the various hills that line your path.

Your journey concludes at the airport, signaling the end of your thrilling birding tour in Nyungwe National Park.