Uganda · Primate Tours

3-Day Kibale National Park Safari with Chimpanzee Trekking

3 Days Round trip from Uganda Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Embark on a guided chimpanzee trekking adventure in Kibale National Park
  • 02 Explore lush forests in search of wild chimpanzees in their natural habitat
  • 03 Spot red colobus monkeys, L'Hoest's monkeys, olive baboons, and over 200 bird species
  • 04 Walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary along wooden boardwalks and forest trails
  • 05 Observe swamp-dwelling wildlife and colorful birds like the Great Blue Turaco
  • 06 Pause in Fort Portal for lunch and enjoy the town's cultural charm and scenic beauty

Experience a memorable 3-day guided safari to Kibale National Park in Uganda, perfect for nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and those seeking an immersive primate encounter. Travel through charming villages, lush forests, and sprawling tea plantations, with a lunch stop in the picturesque town of Fort Portal. Embark on an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking adventure in Kibale's dense forest, home to one of Africa's largest populations of wild chimpanzees, as well as red colobus monkeys, L'Hoest's monkeys, olive baboons, and rich birdlife. Complete the journey with a guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary along wooden boardwalks and serene forest trails.

Embark on an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking adventure in Kibale's dense forest, home to one of Africa's largest populations of wild chimpanzees, as well as red colobus monkeys, L'Hoest's monkeys, olive baboons, and rich birdlife.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kampala, Fort Portal, Kibale National Park
Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Transfer to Kibale Through Fort Portal

  • Meet your guide after an early breakfast for a trip briefing.
  • Set off on a scenic journey to Kibale National Park.

  • Drive through beautiful countryside landscapes featuring charming villages, lush forests, and sprawling tea plantations.

  • Pause for a leisurely lunch in Fort Portal, a picturesque town known for its cultural heritage and scenic beauty.

  • Continue to Kibale National Park after lunch.

  • Arrive and check in at your lodge.

  • Freshen up and enjoy a relaxing evening at the lodge.

Have dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

2
Day 02

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest

  • Wake up early and have breakfast at the lodge.
  • Transfer to Kanyanchu Visitor Center by 7:30 AM for a briefing about chimpanzee trekking.

  • Begin chimpanzee trekking at 8:00 AM with an experienced guide.

  • Spend 2 to 4 hours trekking through the forest, depending on the chimpanzees' location.

  • Encounter various wildlife, including red colobus monkeys, L'Hoest's monkeys, olive baboons, and over 200 bird species.

  • Spend up to one hour observing chimpanzees in their natural habitat once located.

  • Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

3
Day 03

Bigodi Wetland Walk and Return to Kampala

  • Have breakfast and check out from the lodge.
  • Proceed to Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a guided community walk.

  • Enjoy a 2 to 3-hour walk along wooden boardwalks and forest trails.

  • Spot wildlife including Great Blue Turaco, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and other swamp-dwelling species.

  • Begin the journey back to Kampala after the Bigodi Walk.

  • Have lunch en route along the way.

  • Arrive in Kampala and conclude the tour.

Kibale National Park rainforest, Kanyanchu Visitor Center trails, Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary boardwalks, Fort Portal tea plantations

Where this trip takes you

Kibale National Park rainforest, Kanyanchu Visitor Center trails, Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary boardwalks, Fort Portal tea plantations

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Uganda 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation and meal plan as per itinerary

  • Ground transportation in a 4x4 vehicle with an English-speaking safari guide

  • All activities as per the itinerary

  • National park fees

  • Bottled drinking water

What's Not Included

  • Activities not listed in the itinerary

  • Tips

  • Travel insurance

  • Any personal bills

What to bring

  • Lightweight, neutral-colored clothes

  • Long-sleeved shirts & trousers (for trekking)

  • Comfortable hiking boots

  • Rain jacket

  • Hat cap & sunglasses

  • Insect repellent & sunscreen

  • Reusable water bottle

  • Camera/binoculars

Know before you go

  • All the activities mentioned in the itinerary are included in the tour package.

  • You will be provided with airport transfers at both the start and the end of the tour.

  • If needed, we can help arrange additional accommodation before or after the tour at an extra cost.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kampala, Uganda
Tour start
Uganda
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Uganda.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $919.00 — $1,576.00
Double Sharing $919.00 — $1,119.00

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