Located approximately 2,000 meters above sea level, Nyungwe Forest Nation Park is an important and biodiverse area, home to a multitude of plants and animals, including rainforest, bamboo, grasslands, swamps and bogs. Nyungwe Forest is arguably the most preserved forest in all of Africa, it features 140 kinds of orchids, 240 tree species, 120 species of butterflies, 310 species of birds and 13 primate species including one of the largest population chimpanzees in Africa. The park lies amongst tea plantation offering unique hiking experiences and is a hub for a plethora of activities. Nyungwe Forest is one of the oldest rainforests on the continent of Africa and is the best place to visit in search of chimpanzees, there is a healthy population of these fascinating creatures and 15 trails open for hiking, giving visitors an immersive experience where you can discover the stunning forests the park has to offer. Guests to Nyungwe Forest can do tea plantations tours, cycling, practicing archery, helicopter flights and chimpanzee trekking. Temperatures in Nyungwe Forest National Park range from 77 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit, still it is recommended that visitors come during the dry season, June to September, or from mid-December to mid-February. During this time of the year, rainfall temporarily ceases and conditions are more comfortable, enhancing the trekking experience and accentuating the extraordinary forms of wildlife within the forest.