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3-Day Kibale Chimpanzee Tracking Safari

Package Overview
 

Experience the "Primate Capital of the World" at Kibale National Park. This unforgettable safari takes you deep into the tropical rainforest to track wild chimpanzees, explore the famous Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, discover crater lakes, and enjoy Uganda's rich biodiversity.

Kibale National Park is home to over 1,500 chimpanzees and 13 species of primates, making it one of Africa's premier primate destinations.

Tourist photographing a chimpanzee on a 3-Day Kibale safari

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 01

Morning

  • Pick-up from Kampala, Entebbe, or Airport

  • Meet and greet by your professional safari guide

  • Depart for Kibale National Park

En Route Activities

  • Scenic drive through central and western Uganda

  • Tea plantation views

  • Lunch in Fort Portal

Afternoon

  • Arrival at Kibale National Park

  • Explore the beautiful crater lakes region

  • Photography opportunities

Evening

  • Check-in at lodge

  • Dinner

  • Overnight stay

Meals Included

✅ Lunch

✅ Dinner

Kampala – Kibale National Park

Hiker on a boardwalk for a 3-Day Kibale Chimpanzee Tracking Safari

DAY 02

Early Morning

  • Breakfast at lodge

  • Transfer to Kanyanchu Visitor Centre

  • Chimpanzee tracking briefing

Chimpanzee Tracking Experience

Track wild chimpanzees through the rainforest with experienced guides.

Possible sightings:

  • Chimpanzees

  • Red-tailed monkeys

  • Black-and-white colobus monkeys

  • L'Hoest monkeys

  • Grey-cheeked mangabeys

Duration:

  • 2 to 5 hours

Lunch

Return to lodge for lunch.

Afternoon

Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary Walk

Explore one of Uganda's best community tourism projects.

Highlights:

  • Bird watching

  • Monkeys

  • Local community interactions

  • Swamp ecosystem

Evening

  • Return to lodge

  • Dinner

  • Relaxation

Meals Included

✅ Breakfast

✅ Lunch

✅ Dinner

Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary

Tourists on a 3-Day Kibale Chimpanzee Tracking Safari.

DAY 03

Morning

  • Breakfast

  • Check-out

Return Journey

  • Scenic drive back to Kampala

  • Lunch en route

Evening

  • Drop-off at hotel

  • Airport transfer available

Meals Included

✅ Breakfast

✅ Lunch

Return to Kampala / Entebbe

Wooden boardwalk trail on a Kibale Chimpanzee Tracking Safari

Package Includes
✅ Chimpanzee Tracking Permit
✅ Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary Visit
✅ Accommodation (2 Nights)
✅ Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
✅ Professional Driver Guide
✅ 4x4 Safari Vehicle
✅ Fuel
✅ Bottled Drinking Water
✅ Government Taxes

Package Excludes
❌ International Flights
❌ Visa Fees
❌ Travel Insurance
❌ Alcoholic Drinks
❌ Personal Expenses
❌ Tips and Gratuities

Accommodation Options

Budget Package

  • Chimpanzee Forest Guesthouse

  • Isunga Lodge

Budget Price

From USD 650 per person

Mid-Range Package

  • Turaco Treetops

  • Kibale Forest Camp

Mid-Range Price

From USD 900 per person

Luxury Package

  • Chimpundu Lodge

  • Primate Lodge Kibale

  • Luxury Price

  • From USD 1,400 per person

Safari Vehicle
Vehicle Included:
Standard Safari Vehicle

  • 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser

  • Pop-up roof

  • Air conditioning

  • Charging ports

  • Comfortable seating

Capacity:

  • 1–6 passengers

Pricing

Foreign Non-Residents
 

Package                                                 Price Per Person Sharing

Budget                                                   USD 3,368

Mid-Range                                            USD 4,868

Luxury                                                   USD 5,800

Foreign Residents

Package                                                Price Per Person Sharing

Budget                                                  USD 2,100

Mid-Range                                           USD 2,700

Luxury                                                  USD 3,000
 

East African Citizens

Package                                                Price Per Person Sharing

Budget                                                  UGX 2,100,000

Mid-Range                                           UGX 3,000,000

Luxury                                                  UGX 5,200,000
 

Booking Policy

  • 30% deposit required to confirm booking.

  • Full payment required 30 days before travel.

  • Cancellations are subject to permit and lodge policies

African grey parrot perched in Kibale National Park trees.
Chimpanzee in Kibale forest during a tracking safari

Ready for Adventure?

The above prices are for solo travelers, the price of each safari depends on the number of travelers, trip duration, and accommodation type, please message us on WhatsApp at +256 761 332 849 or click inquire Now button below and fill in the necessary information to get an accurate quote — we’ll get back to you with a personalized offer.

Kampala to Kibale National Park route map and highlights
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