Chimpanzee Trekking

Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale, Uganda, provides an exciting opportunity to observe around 1,500 chimpanzees in their natural environment, as the park is known for having one of Africa’s highest densities of primates. 

Guided treks through the rich rainforests allow visitors to see these intelligent animals interacting socially or moving through the trees while being informed by knowledgeable guides about chimpanzee behaviour and conservation.

The trekking can last up to 4 hours, depending on the chimpanzee locations, and you are advised to wear suitable footwear and clothing for the challenging landscape. Early morning treks are especially favored for the best chances of spotting active chimpanzees.

 Additionally, Kibale tourist safari lodge is home to some of these chimpanzees as they frequently visit our lodge making it a valuable destination for primate lovers and enthusiast. This experience not only enhances appreciation for these primates but also supports conservation efforts in the region.

To all those that get to have a visit in the Uganda, there is actually a lot to experience from the various safari destinations in the country which are known to be home to various attractions.

Some of Uganda’s thrilling wildlife are the endangered chimpanzees which are located in numerous forests of Uganda but, Kibale Forest National Park is the famous for Chimpanzee trekking and habituation.

When it comes to rankings, Uganda is known to be on the top safari destinations for chimpanzee tracking experiences and this is because the country is home to over 4,950 individuals.

Chimpanzee tracking is one of the best ways sightseers can get to learn more about these endangered species and for all those that may love to venture these animals they always go through chimpanzee tracks in numerous destinations as mentioned earlier.

This safari activity includes sightseers to be mentally and physically stable for the challenge and the experience as well because this activity includes sightseers hiking in forests, tracking chimpanzee footprints and locating the exact spot where these endangered species have laid their nests in the previous night as well as locating chimpanzee families therefore this calls sightseers to be ready and steady for the experience.

While getting engaged in this safari activity it is best to be know what exactly to carry along in order to have the best kind of experience and some of the things to carry along include; good hiking shoes, a camera, light, dull colored long sleeve shirt, long trousers, packed lunch/snacks and mineral water.

Preparing for  Chimpanzee Trekking

And aside from the things to carry along it is always advisable to also be a aware the rules and regulations that are there to follow when carrying out chimpanzee tracking and these may include;

  • Keep a distance of about 8 km away from the chimpanzees
  • In case you have flue or any cold related disease, do not trek the chimpanzee as they may acquire human diseases so easily
  • Avoid  littering in  the park with waste products or disposables
  • Do not eat when you are near the chimpanzees because they might grab the food from you
  • Avoid using  the flash when taking photographs.
  • And finally, visitors are encouraged to wear long sleeved shirts, long trousers and good hiking boots.

These are some of the rules and regulations that sightseers should follow while they engage in chimpanzee tracking activities and other instructions are aligned to sightseers while at the head offices of the selected destination for the activity.

It is always advisable to all sightseers who are in plans of carrying out chimpanzee tracking activities its best to acquire the tracking permits in advance at least 6 months before the travel day.

Do get in touch with us for any inquiries you may have about this activity; and also get to book with us your chimpanzee tracking tour in Uganda.