Kibale Forest National Park Tours

Seeing chimpanzees on a 3-day Kibale Forest National Park safari is an exciting adventure. Nature lovers from all over the world cherish this experience. A day in Kibale Forest, known as the “primate capital of the world,” offers significant rewards.

The 3-day chimpanzee Uganda safari is suitable for travelers with limited days. Take a 5-day tour to enjoy the park’s stunning scenery, crater lakes, wildlife, culture, and Fort Portal town.

Trip Overview

Travel to Kibale on Day 1

Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Visit

Return to Kampala or Entebbe on the third day.

Details of the 3-Day Kibale National Park Safari

Day 1: Journey to Kibale Forest

The adventure starts in the morning after breakfast at your overnight hotel. Driving through Uganda’s green countryside is fun. You’ll stop for lunch and a rest along the way.

After 5 to 6 hours of driving over 317 kilometers from Kampala to Kibale Forest. You will check in at your Kibale lodge inside or outside the park upon arrival. Rest early in preparation for the moderate morning chimp trek.

Accommodation options include.

• Rwenzori View Guesthouse
• Kibale Forest Camp, or other preferred lodges, are available according to your budget.

Day 2: Kibale National Park — Chimpanzee Trekking and Swamp Walk

Chimpanzee searching in Kibale National Park starts early at 7:30 AM. After breakfast, everyone will meet at the park headquarters. They’ll have their permits and trekking gear ready to spot chimpanzees. Chimpanzees are one of the 13 primate species in Kibale.

Other primates in this park include:

• Mangabey, Colobus monkeys.
• L’hoest monkeys, Red-tailed monkeys,
• Olive baboons, vervet monkeys,
• Blue monkeys, potto, and bush babies.
• Several other mammals and birds inhabit this natural forest.

Unlike Bwindi gorilla trekking, chimpanzee safaris in Kibale are easy to engage in. This adventurous trek is complete with an afternoon nature walk. The walk is to Bigodi swamp, where you will see animals everywhere.

Bigodi in Kibale Forest National Park.

Bigodi swamp walks start at 7:30 AM and 3:00 PM. The visit usually takes place after lunch at the lodge or with a packed lunch.

Day 3: Departure to Kampala/Entebbe

After breakfast at the lodge, you will head back to Entebbe or Kampala. The return journey includes scenic stopovers at sites like tea plantations.

We also arrange accommodations before and after your safari at an extra cost. This includes lodging, meals, and airport transfers.

End of the 3-day Uganda safari.

Safari Inclusions

• One chimpanzee trekking permit costing US$200
• Guides / park rangers
• Park fees
• English Speaking Driver and Guide
• 4×4 Safari Vehicle
• Fuel
• Where to stay during the 3-day trip
• Full board accommodation
• Bottled drinking water
• Wi-Fi Internet on board.
• Airport transfer

Safari Exclusions

• Visa
• Tips
• Porters
• Personal expenses.

What to carry

• Camera
• Comfortable shoes
• Easy Trekking gear
• Light clothing
• Hat
• Sunscreen

Kibale National Park Safari Cost.