Kibale is a lush tropical forest with one of the highest densities of primates in Africa. It is the best place in East Africa to track chimpanzees, with several habituated communities.
Around the forest, the crater lakes and tea plantations of Fort Portal make a beautiful setting.
What you'll do in Kibale Forest National Park
- Chimpanzee tracking with a ranger
- Chimpanzee habituation experience (a full day with the chimps)
- Bigodi Wetland walk for monkeys and birds
- Visit the crater lakes around Fort Portal
What to expect
- Up to 13 primate species, including red colobus and L'Hoest's monkeys
- A 2 to 4 hour forest walk
- Chimps move fast and high in the trees
- Lodges near the forest and on crater lakes
