“Admire the playful chimps in the wild”
3 Day Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park
Kibale National Park, Uganda
Unforgettable Chimpanzee Trekking Safari in Uganda
This three-day chimpanzee safari will bring you on a chimp trek inside the Kibale Forest. There are two times for trekking opportunities per day i.e. morning or afternoon. You are allowed to stay with the chimps for a maximum of one hour after locating them.
Key information
- Children policy: Children from the age of 15 years are allowed to participate under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
- Language: English-speaking guide
- All park fees are included
Meet the guides
Kizito & Kenneth
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Highlights
- Venture into Kibale National Park
- Observe chimpanzees playing, feeding, and resting in their habitat
- Visit the Bigodi swamp and enjoy the opportunity to see the butterflies, plants, birds
- 2 nights accommodation
- Meals as outlined in the itinerary
- Pick up at your hotel or the airport
Skill level
- Beginner
Styles
2 activity days
Group size: Minimum of 2 participants
Airport transfer included:
Entebbe International Airport
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
05:00
Check-out Time:
11:00
You will stay in an accommodation arranged by Friendly Africa Safaris.
Program
Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda
Kibale Forest National Park is one of the most attractive national parks in Uganda with varied tracts of tropical rainforest and several animals. The park covers 795 km2 of rainforest, swamps, rivers, and a few areas of grassland. It is home to more than 1,450 chimpanzees protected inside the park and in total thirteen primate species. Children have to be 15 years and above to be able to track the Chimpanzees, if you have children below 15 years they can engage in an educative forest walk.
This 3-day chimpanzee trekking safari will bring you on a chimp trek inside the Kibale forest. There are 2 times for trekking opportunities per day i.e. morning or afternoon. You are allowed to stay with the chimps for a maximum of one hour after locating them.
Sample itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Kibale National Park
Leave Kampala for a chimpanzee trekking in the Kibale forest. Your driver guide will pick you up at the airport or hotel and transfer you to your lodge. As you drive through the countryside, enjoy the remarkable landscapes, traditional homes and catch glimpses of the different striking bird species. Have a stopover for lunch in Fort portal town – the tourism capital of Uganda because of the beautiful landscapes and attractions. You will arrive at your lodging for the night in the Crater Lakes region.
Alternatively, you can take a flight to the Kasese airstrip from where you will be picked up and transferred to the lodge.
- Drive time: 5 hours OR scheduled flight: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 2: Chimpanzees trekking in Kibale National Park
Your driver guide will transfer you to the briefing place right after breakfast, he will then hand in your details and permits for registration and allocation of the chimpanzee community to trek. You will then be allocated to a chimpanzee community and your ranger guide will lead you on the trek in search of this great ape. Watch the chimpanzees in their natural habitat, as they swing from the branches in the canopy high above the forest floor, feed, play, and rest.
In the afternoon, explore Bigodi village. You have the opportunity to visit a swamp with abundant butterflies, plants, animals, and spectacular birds like Great Blue Turaco which will be of great interest to birders. After this experience, you will take a village walk that will lead you to the Coffee experience, banana bear making, busked making, and traditional healing.
- Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3: End of the Uganda chimpanzee trekking tour
Friendly Africa Safaris hopes you enjoyed your time in Uganda’s countryside and watching the Chimpanzees in their home. Kagera Safaris driver guide will transfer you to Entebbe International Airport after breakfast or to the airstrip for your return flight.
- Drive time: 5 hours OR scheduled flight: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch
Guides
Kizito Tony
An Avid guide with strong love for Wildlife adventures. Tony's best destination is Murchison falls National Park.
Kenneth Tumwine
With a strong desire to venture in the wild, Kenneth is passionate about showcsing the beauty the country has to offer. He's experienced in English, Spanish & German guiding.
Location
This chimpanzee trekking safari takes place in Kibale National Park.
Food
The package includes meals as outlined in the itinerary.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- Full-time English-speaking driver/guide
- Park entrance fees
- Chimpanzee trekking fees (if necessary)
- Transportation by 4x4 safari vehicle (private)
- 2 nights accommodation
- Meals as per itinerary
- Driver allowances
- En-route lunches
What's not included
- International flights
- Visas
- Kampala accommodation
- Personal expenses like laundry, crafts, drinks, cigars
- Souvenirs and tips
How to get there
Recommended Airports
EBB
Entebbe International Airport
231 km
Transfer included
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Entebbe International Airport (EBB). The trip departs from either Entebbe or Kampala and pickup from any desired location is included in the cost.
Airport: Entebbe International Airport
Airport transfer included: Entebbe International Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 100% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
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