Chimp trekking in Kibale Forest
Kibale Forest in western Uganda is home to 13 different species of primate, and is the main area for chimpanzee trekking in the country. Sighting rates are high, and you will have the incredible opportunity to get up close to these fascinating animals.
Area
Kibale Forest and Semliki Wildlife Reserve
Type
Active
Wildlife & Nature
Grade
Once-in-a-lifetime
Who
Adults
Difficulty
Challenging
Duration
Full Day
Kibale Forest has the highest concentration of primate in East Africa, and contains a large habituated chimpanzee community. Here you will have the chance to trek through the forest in search for its most famous inhabitant, with your expert guide leading the way. Visitors can safely observe these intriguing animals in their natural habitat thanks to many years of research and habituation efforts in the area. This ensures high sighting rates, as the chimpanzee are used to human presence, and is the reason that Kibale is the most popular area for chimp trekking in Uganda.
Tours Featuring This Experience
Be inspired by the itineraries below which include this experience and let our travel specialists craft a bespoke luxury holiday for you.
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View TourFamily Fun in Uganda and Kenya
This superb itinerary covers some of East Africa’s wildlife highlights - from the dense forests of Uganda, tracking the elusive mountain gorilla and chimpanzee, to the famous grounds of historic Giraffe Manor and finally the rolling plains of the wildlife rich Maasai Mara. A must for any wildlife enthusiast looking to tick off four major bucket list experiences.
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View TourEpic Uganda
Located on the equator, surrounded by the Great Rift Valley, Uganda is home to a wide variety of landscapes and habitats. Ranging from the open savannah to verdant rainforest, Uganda's rich assortment of wildlife thrives due to the diverse terrain of the country.
Explore this rugged wilderness, trekking through the unspoiled forests of Kibale and Bwindi in search of mountain gorilla and chimpanzee, and visit Queen Elizabeth National Park to admire its rich variety of wildlife.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationPrimate Lodge Kibale
Primate Lodge is a stylish and secluded eco-lodge in the heart of Uganda’s Kibale Forest National Park. It is a very special place to get up close and personal with chimpanzees with the expert trackers, and right by the trailhead.
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View AccommodationKyaninga Lodge
Overlooking Lake Kyaninga and the Mountains of the Moon, Kyaninga Lodge offers a small collection of cottages in an idyllic setting. Less than an hour from Kibale Forest, this is a tranquil place to stay with easy access to fantastic chimp trekking.
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