Chimpanzee Trekking Uganda

3 Days Kibale Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Swamp Safari Uganda

$950-1200 USD

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Safari summary

Discover an unforgettable 3 Days Kibale Chimpanzee Trekking Safari in Uganda, a short and exciting wildlife and nature experience in Kibale National Park, famously known as the “primate capital of East Africa.” This safari takes you into the heart of western Uganda, where lush green rainforests, rolling hills, tea plantations, and crater lakes create some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. It is a perfect trip for anyone looking for a real Uganda safari experience that combines chimpanzee trekking, bird watching, forest walks, and cultural encounters in a short time.

Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Kampala to Kibale National Park, passing through local villages, banana plantations, and beautiful countryside views. On arrival, you enjoy the Bigodi Swamp Walk, a peaceful nature and birding experience rich in wildlife such as monkeys, butterflies, and many bird species including the Great Blue Turaco. This walk also gives you a chance to learn about local community life, traditional medicine, and how people live alongside the forest, making it both a nature and cultural experience.

The highlight of the trip is chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest, home to over 1,500 chimpanzees and many other primates. Guided by experienced rangers, you walk through the tropical rainforest searching for chimpanzees and other wildlife. Once found, you spend an amazing hour watching them play, feed, groom, and move freely in their natural home. You also enjoy a banana cultural tour where you learn how bananas are grown and used in Ugandan daily life. The safari ends with a relaxing drive back to Kampala, filled with beautiful memories of wildlife, nature, and culture


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Primate trekking
Activity level Moderate activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks

What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Airport transfers
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • All drinks
  • Hot air balloons
  • Internal flights
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Premium alcoholic beverages
  • Spa treatments
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: Drive to Kibale National Par

Kibale

Your safari starts with a drive from Kampala to Kibale National Park, famous as the “primate capital of East Africa” because it has many chimpanzees and over 12 types of monkeys. You pass villages, tea farms, hills, and green forests in western Uganda. After arriving and checking in, you do the Bigodi Swamp Walk, where you see birds, monkeys, butterflies, and learn about local life and plants around the forest.

Turaco Tree Tops or Similar

Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking & Banana

Kibale

Today starts with breakfast and a briefing at Kibale National Park, the “primate capital of East Africa” with over 1,500 chimpanzees. You go chimpanzee trekking in the rainforest with a ranger, walking through green forest while spotting monkeys, birds, and butterflies. When you find the chimps, you spend one hour watching them play, feed, and move in trees. In the afternoon, enjoy a banana tour where you learn how bananas are grown and used for food and local drinks.

Turaco Tree Tops or Similar

Day 3: Drive Back to Kampala

Today starts after breakfast with a drive from Kibale National Park back to Kampala. You enjoy beautiful views of tea plantations, crater lakes, green hills, roadside markets, and local villages along the way. There are stops for photos, fresh fruits, snacks, and souvenirs, making the journey relaxing and enjoyable. It is a final chance to enjoy Uganda’s nature and culture before arriving in Kampala after a 6–7 hour scenic drive.

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