National Park
Gishwati-Mukura National Park
Rwanda 34 km² (13 mi²) Est. 2015
About Gishwati-Mukura National Park
Rwanda's newest national park, Gishwati-Mukura protects two separate montane forest fragments in the northwest. A remarkable conservation success story, the park is being restored after near-total deforestation and is home to chimpanzees, golden monkeys, and L'Hoest's monkeys.
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Safari Tours
3.3
Avg Rating
11
Years Protected
Highlights
- Off-the-beaten-path experience with very few visitors
- Inspiring conservation restoration story
- Chimpanzee and golden monkey tracking available
- Scenic tea plantation surroundings
Considerations
- Very small park still in early restoration
- Limited wildlife compared to established parks
- Minimal tourism infrastructure
- Remote location with long drive from Kigali
Wildlife
Big Five Status
🦁
Lion
Not present
🐆
Leopard
Not present
🐘
Elephant
Not present
🦬
Buffalo
Not present
🦏
Rhino
Not present
Notable Species
Chimpanzee
Occasional
Vervet Monkey
Common
Bush Baby
Occasional
Golden Monkey
Occasional
Common Occasional Rare
Best Time to Visit
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Peak Season Good Time Less Ideal
Climate Overview
Getting There
Drive approximately 4-5 hours northwest from Kigali. The park can be combined with a visit to Volcanoes National Park or Lake Kivu.
Nearest Airport
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Nearest City
Kibuye
Drive Time
4.5 hours