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Primate Lodge is an exclusive eco-lodge situated in the heart of Kibale Forest National Park. It is surrounded by a lush tropical forest that is home to 13 different species of primates, including chimpanzees.

Nine luxury safari tents on raised wooden platforms are covered by thatch to blend perfectly with the environment. Each has a private verandah with a forest view, comfortable beds, large windows, and en suite bathroom; interiors are tastefully decorated in African style, using local stone, bamboo and wall paintings. In addition seven intimate forest cottages with verandah and fully equipped en suite bathroom are decorated with African art.

If you yearn for adventure, spend a night in the Sky Tree House, which consists of a simple bedroom with basic washing facilities at the foot of the tree. Sited ten minutes' accompanied walk from the main lodge, the tree house overlooks the elephant wallow and is regularly visited by red tailed monkeys, blue monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys, and occasionally chimpanzees.

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This accommodation is featured in the following itineraries:

Gorillas & Chimps

Take a unique primate safari, gorilla trekking in Rwanda’s Parc National des Volcans and Bwindi National Park in Uganda, as well as tracking the equally fascinating chimpanzee in Uganda’s Kibale Forest. Observing these magnificent apes in their natural habitat is a wildlife experience of a lifetime. Find out more about Gorillas & Chimps

  • Price (inc. flights): 14 days from £9,095
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    Tailor-made Holiday
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Uganda Wildlife Photo Safari

Join award-winning wildlife photographer Bret Charman on this trip of a lifetime to Uganda. This lush, tropical country is one of the finest places in the world to get close to primates, including the chimpanzee and mountain gorilla, as well as a population of tree-climbing lions and the bizarre shoebill. Find out more about Uganda Wildlife Photo Safari

  • Price (inc. flights): 13 days from £9,995
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Uganda’s Unforgettable Wildlife

Affectionately known as ‘The Pearl of Africa’, the small country of Uganda is a haven for some of the best wildlife on the African continent. Our 13-day small group tour heads to Uganda’s finest wildlife locations, each of which is home to animals that will live long in the memory. Find out more about Uganda’s Unforgettable Wildlife

  • Price (inc. flights): 13 days from £6,895
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    Group Tour
    Tailor-made can be arranged
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Kibale Forest National Park

Kibale Forest National Park

Lying east of the Ruwenzori Mountains, this forest habitat is home to an amazing 13 species of primate. Tracking a noisy chimpanzee family is a thrilling experience, and the sheer wealth of wildlife will delight naturalists. The birdlife is also outstanding. We recommend an overnight stay here to maximise viewing. Find Out More about {acc:title}

  • Where: Kamwenge District
  • Ideal for viewing: chimpanzee, grey-cheeked mangabey, L’Hoest’s monkey, red colobus monkey, bushpig