Kibale National Park, home to a few of the best chimpanzees left in the world, is the perfect spot for family and couple safaris in Uganda. Families of habituated chimpanzees reside in Kibale National Park, which draws tourists from all over the world with its lush vegetation and tropical surroundings.
Kibale National Park is situated in western Uganda, approximately six hours’ drive from Kampala. The Ndali Kasenda Crater, the Rwenzori Mountains, Semuliki National Park, and Queen Elizabeth National Park are just a 7-hour drive away from the national park, among other interesting wildlife attractions.
Animals to see in Kibale National Park
Here in Kibale National Park, there are over 1,400 chimpanzees, as well as thirteen distinct species of other ape diversity.
Because of these wildlife creatures, Uganda is the best place in Africa, if not the world, to go on a safari. The Kibale National Park is home to colobus as well as monkeys, mangabeys, potto, and olive baboons.
If you’re lucky, you might see rare creatures like leopards, buffaloes, elephants, duikers, and bush pigs. Kibale National Park maximises the safari experience in Uganda.
Hiking in Kibale National Park
Another unique activity in Kibale is trekking through the forest; the Kibale walking trail is ideally situated for walking, stretching approximately twelve kilometres. While on the Kibale hiking tour, you might be fortunate enough to spot some of the best reptiles along the way, including small amphibians and butterflies.
Cultural Tour around Kibale National Park
A short cultural exchange is recommended after your chimpanzee tracking safari inside the Kibale National Park. The Batooro people will perform a traditional dance, show you their way of life, visit local churches, meet supernatural healers, and visit local schools. The Kibale is home to both the Bakiga and the Batooro people, making it the best place in Uganda for cultural tours.
Birding Safari in Kibale National Park
With more than 400 bird species, Kibale National Park provides real safari tours in Uganda. During the rainy season, from March to May, visitors can enjoy the birds more easily. Birds like African pitta, Black bee-eater, Black-capped apalis, Blue-breasted kingfisher, Abyssinian ground thrush, little greenbul, lowland masked apalis, Purple-breasted sunbird, White-collared oliveback, White-spotted flufftail and Pin-tailed whydah to name a few inhabit Kibale National Park.
You can combine the Gorilla Trekking Experience with Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park or Bwindi Impenetrable with Uganda Wildlife Safari or Kenya and Tanzania Safari tours.
Where to stay in Kibale National Park
You can reserve luxury, midrange, or budget accommodation in Kibale, depending on your budget. There are numerous choices for accommodation both inside and outside of Kibale National Park.
Reputable safari accommodation is available in the park at Kanyanchu. International cuisine and continental breakfast are standard amenities at most lodges and hotels, making them affordable for all budgets. Nkurubat Fort Portal town offers luxurious accommodations. The breathtaking views from the Ndali crater make it a popular choice for accommodation.
Cost of Safari in Kibale National Park
The cost of your safari will depend on a number of factors. For instance, adult non-residents must pay $40 and $20 for entrance, while non-resident adults must pay $200 for chimpanzee permits, $30 for bird watching, and $30 for guided nature walks at Bigodi Swamp. The price of Uganda’s luxurious wildlife safaris will vary greatly depending on the kind of safari lodge.
