3-Day Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest National Park

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Transfer from Entebbe to Kibale

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe at 7:00 AM for the scenic drive to Kibale National Park. The journey takes approximately 5 hours, passing through lush countryside, tea plantations, forests, and the beautiful backdrop of the Rwenzori Mountains. You will have a stop in Fort Portal for lunch before proceeding to your lodge near the park.

In the afternoon, you will embark on a guided nature walk at Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary, located on the edge of Kibale Forest. This swamp is home to numerous primates, including the black-and-white colobus, red-tailed monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, and grey-cheeked mangabeys. Bird lovers can spot over 138 bird species, including the Great Blue Turaco and the rare Papyrus Gonolek. Other wildlife such as sitatungas, bushbucks, and mongooses can also be seen.

After the walk, you will return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

ElephantOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

LionVery Rare

LeopardVery Rare

HippoRare

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Kibale Forest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Kibale NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest

After an early breakfast, transfer to Kanyanchu Visitor Centre by 7:00 AM for a briefing before heading into Kibale Forest for chimpanzee trekking. The trek lasts 3-5 hours, depending on the chimps' movement. Along the way, you may spot other primates like red colobus, blue, and vervet monkeys. When you find the chimpanzees, spend one hour observing their behaviors, from feeding to social interactions. Their pant-hoots, tree slapping, and antics make for a thrilling experience.

After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation.

In the afternoon, visit the Bigodi community to experience local life. Engage in coffee processing, banana gin brewing, and watch artisans craft baskets and beads. A local healer will introduce you to medicinal plants.

After this cultural encounter, return to your lodge for dinner and rest.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Kibale Forest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Kibale NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Return To Entebbe/Kampala

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before checking out of the lodge. Your guide will drive you back to Kampala or Entebbe, with lunch en route. Expect to arrive in the afternoon, and your driver will drop you off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your 3-day safari.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.