Kibale Forest is located in Uganda just to the east of the Ruwenzori Mountains. This national park offers a splendid forest habitat and exceptional chimpanzee trekking opportunities. The area is home to 13 species of primates, including some families of habituated chimpanzees.
Kibale Forest National Park provides an opportunity for a sensational chimpanzee trekking experience. After a pre-tracking briefing, you’ll be guided on an unforgettable adventure in search of the chimpanzees. Once sighted, you will spend time with them observing their daily life – feeding, grooming, nursing their young, howling and screeching, all within their natural habitat. A truly thrilling experience.
There are also many other species of wildlife found in Kibale including; black and white colobus, red colobus, L’ Hoest’s monkey and grey-cheeked mangabey. The birdlife is also outstanding, although the dense growth and high forest canopy means stealth and patience are needed. The huge crowned eagle patrols the skies above, whilst African grey parrot, the beautiful and secretive black bee-eater, black-and-white flycatcher, black-necked, and yellow-mantled weavers may all be found here by the quiet observer.
Tracking a noisy chimpanzee family is an unforgettable experience, and the wealth of wildlife in this magnificent forest will delight.
Our suggested itineraries give you the opportunity to combine chimpanzee viewing and seeing Uganda's many other wildlife highlights. Alternatively, we can tailor-make an itinerary specifically to meet your needs, just contact our wildlife specialists who will be happy to help.
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