6 days3 Days Chimpanzee Trekking Safari in kibale
Length
3 days
Itinerary
3 days planned
Group
Private
Guides
English
Overview
Kibale National Park is an acknowledged primate hub. Situated in southern Uganda, the park is a habitat to over 1000 individual chimpanzees, and 12 other primate species including baboons and the various kinds of monkeys. The Kanyanchu primate walk is the major highlight of this safari – you get to encounter the park’s many primate species. A chimpanzee trekking excursion, guided nature walk, bird watching adventure and a community visit, are some of the activities you will enjoy while on this safari.
Day by day itinerary
1Travel to Kibale National Park – guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary⌄
The adventure begins when you embark on a drive to Southern Uganda – the location of Kibale National Park. When you stop in Fort Portal town for lunch, you will use the opportunity to visit to the ‘Amabere ga nyina mwiru’ caves, the Karambi royal tombs and Omukama’s palace. When you arrive at the park, you will take out some time to unwind and then embark on a guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.
Meals: Lunch · Dinner
2Kanyanchu primate walk – chimp trekking – birding excursion⌄
The day’s main adventure will be the Kanyanchu primate walk. You will embark on a guided quest for the 13 primate species found in the park. The highlight of the excursion however will be a chimpanzee trekking excursion. You will encounter one of the habituated chimp families and then go ahead to see the various monkey species. In the afternoon, you will go for a birding excursion along the boardwalk trail and the various viewing platforms in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. The area has over 138 bird species.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
3Community visit – return to Kampala – end of safari⌄
You will go for a village walk in the morning and then embark on your journey back to Kampala in the early afternoon. You will enjoy a scenic drive through the beautiful countryside, the steep terraces, rugged hills and massive tea plantations. Your safari will end when your guide drops you at your choice location in the capital.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
What's included
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Chimpanzee trekking permit
- ✓4×4 wheel drive vehicle
Not included
- ✕Air tickets & visa fees
- ✕Alcoholic drinks & beverages
- ✕All expenses of a personal nature
- ✕international flight
Good to know
Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
From
$2,200

