Duration – 2 days
This two-day Kibale forest experience will take you through watching our closest genetic relatives perform organized patterns of behavior in their community, which is often life-changing. This safari is best suited for enthusiasts inclined to track chimpanzees and observe them up close in their natural habitat. There are quite a few other species of rare primates that belong here.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Kampala to Kibale National Park (Bigodi Swamp Walk)
You will be picked up around 7:00 am from Kampala (or Entebbe) by our Guide, who will brief you about your tour and then depart for Kibale Forest National Park, which will take around five and a half hours of drive.
After Lunch, you will be taken on a guided walk through the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. This swamp walk will bring you closer to seeing primates, primarily monkeys, birds, and butterflies. The wetland is a bird paradise with about 138 species and is best known for being home to the Great Blue Turaco.
This is a 2.5 – 3 hour walk and a must for bird lovers. You will need good walking shoes since part of the walk is sometimes muddy. Hopefully, you will spot the elusive Sitatunga antelope and the Shoebill Stork. You will sometimes meet some of the primates here, even a chimpanzee. Other primate species include the black-and-white colobus, grey-cheeked mangabey, red-tailed, Lhoist’s and blue monkeys, and olive baboons. Also, Bushbucks, mongooses, and many more can be found here. There is also an abundance of butterflies. Bigodi Sanctuary is located outside the park in Magombe Swamp.
Day 2 – Kibale National Park (Chimp Tracking) to Kampala
Kibale Forest National Park boasts the highest number of primate species in the world, including chimpanzees. Approximately 5,000 chimpanzees live in the wild in Uganda, making it a perfect place to spot them!
The park is famous for its primate population, like the chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, red-cheeked monkeys, and red-tailed monkeys. On your chimpanzee trails, these are regularly seen swinging in the forest trees and others feeding on the wild fruits.
An experienced ranger will take you chimp tracking in the morning around 6:30 a.m. Once you locate the chimpanzees, you will have a full hour with them. You will return to the lodge for lunch, and you will be transferred back to Kampala (or Entebbe).
Drive Times
Day 1 – Kampala to Kibale National Park takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (310 km)
Day 2 – Kibale National Park to Kampala takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (310 km)
Prices of the package
Option E1:
- $698 per adult for a safari with a Safari Van in Uganda.
- $722 per adult for a safari with a Mini Land Cruiser in Uganda
- $818 per adult for a safari with an Extended Land Cruiser in Uganda
– Stay at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge – Main House, Kibale [Full Board]
Option E2:
- $719 per adult for a safari with a Safari Van in Uganda
- $743 per adult for a safari with a Mini Land Cruiser in Uganda
- $839 per adult for a safari with an Extended Land Cruiser in Uganda
– Stay at Kibale Forest Camp – Safari Tent, Kibale [Full Board]
Option E3:
- $724 per adult for a safari with a Safari Van in Uganda
- $748 per adult for a safari with a Mini Land Cruiser in Uganda
- $844 per adult for a safari with an Extended Land Cruiser in Uganda
– Stay at Isunga Safari Lodge, Kibale [Full Board]
Option E4:
- $852 per adult for a safari with a Safari Van in Uganda
- $876 per adult for a safari with a Mini Land Cruiser in Uganda
- $972 per adult for a safari with an Extended Land Cruiser in Uganda
– Stay at Crater Safari Lodge – Standard Cabanas, Kibale [Full Board]
Option E5:
- $921 per adult for a safari with a Safari Van in Uganda
- $945 per adult for a safari with a Mini Land Cruiser in Uganda
- $1,041 per adult for a safari with an Extended Land Cruiser in Uganda
– Stay at Crater Safari Lodge – Garden Luxury Chalet, Kibale [Full Board]
Option E6:
- $968 per adult for a safari with a Safari Van in Uganda
- $992 per adult for a safari with a Mini Land Cruiser in Uganda
- $1,088 per adult for a safari with an Extended Land Cruiser in Uganda
– Stay at Crater Safari Lodge – Lake View Luxury Chalet, Kibale [Full Board]
Option E7:
- $1,071 per adult for a safari with a Safari Van in Uganda
- $1,095 per adult for a safari with a Mini Land Cruiser in Uganda
- $1,191 per adult for a safari with an Extended Land Cruiser in Uganda
– Stay at Kyaninga Lodge, Kibale [Full Board]
Inclusions
- All Taxes and VAT.
- A professional driver/guide.
- Activities mentioned in the itinerary.
- 4×4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.
- Drinking water while on safari (2 liters per person daily).
- Chimp tracking permit in Kibale.
- Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
- Meals as per itinerary.
Exclusions
- Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
- International flights.
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tips (Tipping guidelines)
- Government imposed increase of Taxes, Chimp tracking permits, and or Park Fees.
- Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
