Kibale National Park
Known as the primate capital of the world. Kibale protects one of the finest tropical forests in Africa, home to 13 primate species including habituated chimpanzees.
About the Region
Kibale National Park covers 795 square kilometres of tropical rainforest in western Uganda near Fort Portal. It has one of the highest densities and diversities of primates in Africa, with an estimated 1,500 chimpanzees and 12 other primate species including the rare L'Hoest's monkey and red colobus.
Chimpanzee tracking is the main draw, but the park also offers a chimpanzee habituation experience, guided nature walks, a nocturnal primate walk, and excellent bird watching with over 375 species recorded. The Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary on the park's southern boundary is a community-managed wetland with outstanding primate and bird viewing.
Highlights
- Chimpanzee tracking
- 13 primate species
- Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
- Over 375 bird species
- Tropical rainforest walks
Activities
Lodges in Kibale National Park
12 lodgesChimpanzee Forest Lodge
Kanyanchu · Comfort · $$$
A comfort lodge near the Kanyanchu area of Kibale National Park. Positioned for chimpanzee trekking with a forested setting.
Isunga Lodge
Kanyanchu · Comfort · $$$
A comfort lodge near the Kanyanchu visitor centre of Kibale National Park. Well suited for chimpanzee trekking with close access to the forest trails.
Primate Lodge Kibale
Kanyanchu · Comfort · $$$
The only lodge located inside Kibale National Park, just steps from the chimpanzee tracking starting point at Kanyanchu.
Turaco Treetops Lodge
Kanyanchu · Comfort · $$$
A lodge set among the trees near Kibale National Park, known for its elevated forest-edge position and good birdwatching opportunities.
Chimpanzee Capital Safari Lodge
Kanyanchu · Mid-range · $$
A mid-range lodge near Kibale National Park. Positioned for chimpanzee trekking at the Kanyanchu trailhead.
Chimpundu Lodge
Kanyanchu · Mid-range · $$
A mid-range lodge near Kibale National Park. A practical base for chimpanzee trekking at the Kanyanchu visitor centre.
Guereza Canopy Lodge
Kanyanchu · Mid-range · $$
A mid-range lodge near Kibale National Park, named after the black-and-white colobus monkey. Positioned for chimpanzee trekking.
Kibale Forest Camp
Kanyanchu · Mid-range · $$
A tented camp near the Kanyanchu visitor centre, offering a simple but comfortable base for chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest.
Kibale Safari Lodge
Kanyanchu · Mid-range · $$
A mid-range lodge near Kibale National Park. Positioned for chimpanzee trekking and forest walks.
Chimps Nest Lodge
Kanyanchu · Budget · $
A budget lodge near Kibale National Park. An affordable option for chimpanzee trekking at Kanyanchu.
Kibale Guest Cottages
Kanyanchu · Budget · $
Budget cottages near Kibale National Park. A simple, affordable base for chimpanzee trekking at Kanyanchu.
Kibale River Camp
Kanyanchu · Budget · $
A budget camp near Kibale National Park. A simple riverside option for chimpanzee trekking visitors.
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