Frequently asked questions about the Rwanda canopy walk : The Rwanda canopy walk, is the only canopy walk in the East Africa, standing 70 meters above the ground and nearlu 200 meters long. The canopy walk is located in South Rwanda in Nyungwe Forest National Park and a walk on it allows you to enjoy the scenery of the forest, animals and the surroundings from up above.
Well, this exciting canopy walk is an unforgettable experience for all who take and many who would want to take it ask questions about it to know what exactly they are getting into at the end of the day.
To help your curiosity, in this piece of writing answer some common questions about the canopy walk. And we hope after you have read through you will be confident and read to go experience the canopy walk in Rwanda.
The canopy walk exercise, is done all year round in the park and usually during the sunny season, which is between December and March and July and September every year.
Now to the questions
Where in Rwanda is the Canopy Walk located?
The canopy walk is located in southern Rwanda, in Nyungwe National Park.
What is the height of the canopy walk?
The canopy walk bridge is 70 meters above the ground.
What is the length of canopy walk bridge?
The length of the canopy walk bridge is 160-meter almost going to 200 meters.
Which time of the year do people have the canopy walk?
Usually, tourists will be in Nyungwe during the dry seasons and that’s when they get to have the canopy experience, however anytime of the year you visit Nyungwe you will get a chance to have the walk experience.
Which time of the day is best for the canopy walk?
Usually, the early mornings and late afternoons into the evening, give you alot to see while you are up there. But also, during the day your will see many numerous sites. That said days when the area is misty you will have to wait for the middle of the day to see anything.
What is the average time of walking the canopy walk bridge?
Well, most people take about 2 – 2 and half hours to finish the canopy walk. But if you make many stops as you walk the time may be longer.
What do I get from a canopy walk?
The experience and adrenaline rush of being on a suspended walk way above the ground in none like other. But you also get to experience the wild from an aerial view. Seeing the forest, animals, mountains and many more from up above is just priceless.
How much is a canopy walk?
At the time of writing this article, canopy walks are 60 USD dollars but the price may change in due, management reserved the right to decide the fees. But when you are ready for that canopy experience, you can ask your operator for the exact quote of the walk.
Are there special requirements for canopy walk?
only persons above 6 years are allowed to take a canopy walk. And also, persons who have sickness associated with heights or adrenaline rush situations may not be allowed to take the walk.
How and when do I book the canopy walk experience?
You book for the experience whenever you are ready and you can book through your tour operator or Rwanda development board.
What time does the canopy walk open?
Usually, 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday.
How many people can be on the bridge at a time?
minimum 1 person and maximum 8 people.
Do I need special attire for the canopy walk?
Not really, just wear comfortable clothing and also get a helmet and hiking shoes if you must.
