Direct answer
A 2-day/1-night Nyungwe safari from Kigali costs USD 400–700 per person sharing mid-range, including chimp permit (USD 100–150), park entry, full-board lodge, and transfers (5–6 hours each way). A 3-day forest stay with canopy walkway and colobus tracking runs USD 650–1,100 mid-range. Luxury One&Only Nyungwe House pushes nightly rates to USD 1,200–2,500+ per person full board.
Quick facts
- Full expanded guidance for this topic is updated regularly by our safari planners.
- Gorilla and chimp permits should be secured early in peak season.
- Licensed safari operators handle park fees, guides, and in-country support.
- Travel insurance with medical evacuation is strongly recommended.
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