Kibale National Park
Photo: Giles Laurent / CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Uganda Western Uganda 5 tours

Kibale National Park

The primate capital of Africa — 13 primate species including chimpanzee trekking.

Country

Uganda

Region

Western Uganda

Best time

June–September; December–February

About Kibale National Park

Kibale Forest holds the highest diversity and density of primates in East Africa — 13 species including over 1,500 chimpanzees. Also a birding hotspot.

Highlights

  • Chimpanzee trekking / habituation
  • 13 primate species
  • Bigodi wetland walk
  • Birding hotspot

Best time to visit

June–September; December–February

Itineraries

Tours that visit Kibale National Park

Choose a curated departure or use any of these as a starting point — we'll tailor the itinerary, dates and pace to you.

Queen Elizabeth & Kibale Chimps — 6 Days
Photo: Kateregga1 / CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Uganda
From
$2190/pp
6 days / 5 nights
Gorilla & Primate Trekking Moderate

Queen Elizabeth & Kibale Chimps — 6 Days

Ishasha tree-climbing lions, Kazinga Channel hippos, and Kibale chimpanzee trekking.

  • Return road transfers from Entebbe/Kampala in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and experienced driver-guide
  • 5 nights full-board accommodation (dinner, bed, breakfast, and packed or hot lunches)
  • One chimpanzee trekking permit in Kibale National Park