Nyungwe, Africa's oldest rainforest, is rich in flora and fauna species and stunningly scenic. The rugged topography is teeming with animals, including a tiny population of chimps and 12 other primate species, including the rare Albertine Rift L'Hoest's monkey.
Tourists may experience the beauties of the forest or spend a week or more in one of Africa's most beautiful woodlands, with 15 routes, some of which are described below, and a variety of other activities. Most tourists come to monitor primates, but those who prefer to relax and take up the primeval atmosphere should remain a little longer.
The 1,068 plant species and 140 orchids on show will wow botanists. The birding is among the best in Africa, with 322 species including the Red-collared Babbler and 29 other Albertine Rift Endemics. Butterflies, of which at least 120 species exist, are also abundant.
There are 75 officially recognized wildlife in Nyungwe, including the serval cat, mongoose, Congo clawless otter, and leopard, to name a few.
Climbing up to the Isumo waterfall or across the Canopy Walk suspension bridge are both breathtakingly beautiful experiences. Tea plantations surround the park, and Gisakura is home to a habituated colony of Ruwenzori colobus monkeys as well as forest fringe birds. Nyungwe, Rwanda's largest catchment region, receives a lot of rain and supplies water to 70% of the country.
The Nile and Congo drainage systems are fed by a ridge that passes through the forest. The Nile, the world's longest river, is said to have its most remote source in a spring on the slopes of Mount Bigugu.
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