Bicycle riding in Nyungwe forest national park is among the new experiences in Rwanda. Travelers who come to Nyungwe always enjoy the amazing surroundings. Bicycle riding can be requested and you can do it daily. Travelers who stay at Nyungwe House always love the wonderful experience here.

You will ride through a few hills with guides guided you through the dirt tracks so that you can have an amazing experience. You will spot several primates and chimpanzees as you are a mid a breathtaking forest. It is home for wildlife. You will have fun since you can be able to combine chimpanzee tour alongside bicycle riding. You will see chimpanzees moving around in the flora, clanging and hooting. Chimpanzee trekking is just $90 per person in Nyungwe. It always begins at around 5. 00 am.

Other Activities which are combined with bicycle riding in Nyungwe forest national park.

Gisakura Tea Plantation.

On your trip to Nyungwe forest national park, you can also visit Gisakura tea plantation and discover the most perfect cup of tea. Some people will tell that it’s a brew but our tea expert will tell you where it starts from. Visiting Gisakura tea plantation will give you a chance to explore more and learn the art of picking tea leaves and you can also try it on your own. You do not have to miss out the interactive and visual presentation and get to know the growing process of African tea leaves. You can also testing on it.

Colobus Monkey Tracking in Nyungwe forest.

Colobus monkey tracking is also among the top amazing tourist attraction in Nyungwe forest national park. The colobus monkey tracking is a short hike which takes only 2-3 hours to complete the trek, so it is much easier than chimpanzee trekking.  Once you meet Colobus monkeys in Nyungwe forest national park  you will be amazed how large the group is of over 350-400 individuals. This activity is also best for the visitors with plenty time and it does not require porters during the trek.

Canopy Walk in Nyungwe Forest.

The Canopy walk experience in Nyungwe forest national park is one of top activities carried out in the forest, and it is usually done at 8:00am, 10:00am/ 3:00am.  Those who do not fear the heights it is good to give it a try. It starts from Uwinka visitor Centre to reach to the canopy will take you 2 hours. The Canopy walk bridge is deferred amid the huge trees which one may feel of the fresh air because it is 60m above the floor. The freshness you get from the air and the fascinating aerial view of the trees will enable you to explore the sounds of birds that are seen flying all over the walk.

The best time to visit Nyungwe forests for bicycle riding.

Bicycle riding in Nyungwe can be carried out throughout the year but it is best during the driest months of January, February, June, July, August, September and December because during this period the trails are less wet and slippery hence making bicycle riding excellent and visitors experience well the activity without on disturbance from rainfall. Visitors do not forget that Nyungwe forests is a tropical rain forest so we expect to rain at any time so come with a rain jacket, hiking boots  and many more to avoid interruptions during the activity.

What to pack for the bicycle riding in Nyungwe forest national park.

To enjoy this amazing experience in Nyungwe forest national park, you have to carry a gloves, padded shorts, saddle bag, cell phone, wicking jersey, patch kit, cycling computer and among others.

After bicycle riding in Nyungwe forest national park, you can also visits other parks in Rwanda like Volcanoes national park where you will get a chance to explore more about mountain gorilla or golden monkey tracking. Akagera national park is also best option for wildlife viewing safari for the big 5 as well as a boat ride on Lake Ihema.