3-Day Chimpanzee Tracking Safari – Kibale Forest

This 3-day safari takes you to Kibale Forest National Park in western Uganda. The trip includes chimpanzee tracking, a walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, and scenic drives past crater lakes and tea plantations.

Price: $750

Availability:Flexible Dates

Duration: 3 Days

Type: Private or Group

Group Discount:Yes

Start Point:Entebbe International Airport or Kampala

Age: 10–80

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Optional Add-Ons
  • Chimpanzee Habituation Experience (4 hours, $300 permit)

  • Crater lake exploration hike

  • Visit to Amabere Ga Nyina Mwiru caves near Fort Portal

Price Range (Per Person)
CategoryCost (USD)Includes
Luxury$1,300 – $1,600Private transport, luxury lodge, meals, chimp permit, guide
Mid-range$1,000 – $1,250Private transport, mid-range lodge, meals, chimp permit, guide
Budget$750 – $900Group/shared transport, budget lodge, meals, chimp permit

Chimpanzee Tracking Permit: $250 (2025 UWA rate, included)

Lodging Options

Luxury

  • Kyaninga Lodge – High-end lodge with lake views

  • Crater Safari Lodge – Elegant stay near the park

  • Ndali Lodge – Classic charm with crater lake scenery

Mid-range

  • Chimpanzee Forest Guest House – Comfortable, forest views

  • Turaco Treetops Lodge – Eco-friendly and stylish

  • Isunga Lodge – Peaceful with lake views

Budget

  • Rwetera Safari Park – Beautiful location at lower cost

  • Kibale Forest Camp (Budget Tents) – Good location and value

  • Nyinabulitwa Country Resort – Rustic and affordable

✅ Included in the Package
  • Pickup and drop-off from Entebbe

  • 2 nights’ accommodation (category of your choice)

  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

  • Private or shared safari vehicle

  • English-speaking driver/guide

  • Chimpanzee tracking permit

  • Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary guided walk

  • Park entrance fees

  • Bottled water during the tour

❌ Not Included
  • International flights

  • Uganda tourist visa ($50)

  • Tips, drinks, laundry, souvenirs

  • Optional activities (crater lake tour, birding add-ons)

Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Kidepo
  • Pickup from Entebbe Airport or hotel

  • Fly or drive to Kidepo

  • Transfer to lodge

  • Relax with sunset views over Narus Valley

  • Dinner and overnight stay

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive
  • Morning breakfast

  • Game drive in Narus Valley

  • Wildlife: lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, antelopes

  • Lunch at the lodge

  • Afternoon game drive or cultural visit to Karamojong homesteads

  • Optional sundowner at Mount Morungole

  • Dinner and overnight stay

Day 3: Kidepo Valley and Hot Springs
  • Breakfast

  • Visit Kidepo Valley and Kanangorok Hot Springs

  • View wildlife along dry riverbeds

  • Optional guided nature walk

  • Return for lunch and relax at lodge

  • Dinner and overnight stay

Day 4: Return to Entebbe
  • Early breakfast

  • Transfer to Kidepo airstrip for flight to Entebbe

  • Or start road trip back to Entebbe

  • Drop-off at airport or hotel

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FAQ’s

Frequently Asked Qeustion

How difficult is the chimpanzee tracking experience?

Chimp tracking in Kibale is moderate in difficulty. It typically involves 2–4 hours of walking through forest trails. Most visitors with average fitness can complete the trek without issues.

The best months are during the dry seasons — June to September and December to February — when trails are less muddy and sightings are more predictable.

Once a chimpanzee group is found, you’ll spend one hour observing them from a safe distance of at least 8 meters, as regulated by Uganda Wildlife Authority.

Yes, the $250 permit (2025 rate) is included in the safari cost. This covers the UWA-guided tracking experience in Kibale Forest.

You can explore the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for birding and cultural encounters, visit crater lakes nearby, or take community walks to meet locals and see rural life.