3 Days Chimpanzee Trekking Safari to Kibale Forest National Park .

3 Days Chimpanzee Trekking Safari to Kibale Forest National Park .

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This 3-day safari to Kibale Forest National Park offers an incredible opportunity to see chimpanzees in the wild, encounter other primates, and explore the rich biodiversity of Uganda’s rainforests. It is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, nature lovers, and birdwatchers looking for a short but fulfilling adventure.

Book your chimpanzee trekking safari today and experience Uganda’s primate paradise!

Duration

3 days

Max People

100

Min Age

12+

Pickup

Airpot

Overview

Embark on a 3-day chimpanzee trekking safari in Kibale Forest National Park, the primate capital of the world. This adventure offers an up-close experience with chimpanzees in their natural habitat, along with sightings of other primates, birds, and beautiful rainforest scenery.

Kibale Forest is home to over 1,500 chimpanzees and 13 other primate species, making it one of Africa’s top destinations for primate lovers. This safari also includes a nature walk, birdwatching, and a community visit for an immersive cultural experience.

Tour Highlights:

✅ Chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest
✅ Encounter over 13 primate species, including red colobus monkeys and L’Hoest’s monkeys
✅ Guided primate walk through the lush rainforest
✅ Birdwatching in one of Uganda’s richest birding destinations
✅ Visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, famous for wildlife and community projects
✅ Cultural experience with a local community visit

Included/Excluded

4x4 safari vehicle with a professional English-speaking guide
Chimpanzee trekking permit
Park entrance fees and conservation fees
Guided primate walk and birdwatching in Kibale Forest
Community visit experience
Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
All meals as per itinerary
All meals as per itinerary

International and domestic flights
Uganda visa fees and personal travel insurance
Alcoholic and soft drinks (unless stated)
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Alcoholic and soft drinks (unless stated)
Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
Alcoholic and soft drinks (unless stated)
Personal expenses such as souvenirs and extra services

Tour Plan

Day 1: Pickup and Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Kampala or Entebbe, heading west towards Kibale Forest National Park. The journey takes approximately 5-6 hours, passing through scenic landscapes, tea plantations, and rural villages.

Along the way, you will have a lunch stop in Fort Portal, a picturesque town at the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains. After lunch, continue the drive and arrive at Kibale Forest in the afternoon.

Check in at your lodge and, if time allows, take a guided nature walk to explore the beautiful surroundings. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you prepare for the chimpanzee trek the next day.

Day 02 Chimpanzee Trekking, Primate Walk, and Birdwatching

Wake up early and head to the Kanyanchu Visitor Center for a briefing before starting your chimpanzee trekking adventure. Accompanied by experienced park rangers, you will venture into the dense rainforest in search of the habituated chimpanzee groups.

Once you find the chimps, you will spend one hour observing them in their natural habitat as they swing through trees, play, groom each other, and communicate with loud calls. The experience is both thrilling and unforgettable!

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

In the afternoon, go on a guided primate walk in Kibale Forest, where you may encounter red-tailed monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, grey-cheeked mangabeys, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and more.

For bird lovers, Kibale Forest is home to over 350 bird species, including the great blue turaco, African pitta, green-breasted pitta, and black bee-eater.

Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight rest.

Day 03 Community Visit and Transfer to Entebbe/Kampala

After breakfast, visit the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run conservation area known for its diverse wildlife and bird species. The wetland is home to sitatunga antelopes, monkeys, and over 200 bird species, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers.

After the wetland walk, engage in a community experience, where you will learn about the local culture, traditional crafts, and the daily life of people living near the park. This experience offers an opportunity to interact with local residents and support community tourism initiatives.

Later, begin your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe, with a stopover for lunch. Arrive in the evening, marking the end of your 3-day chimpanzee trekking safari.