3-Day Kibale Chimpanzees & Crater Lakes

Tour Overview

Track chimpanzees in Kibale, the primate capital of East Africa, walk the Bigodi wetland and take in the crater lakes around Fort Portal. Three relaxed days with plenty of wildlife. This 3-day private safari visits Kibale National Park.

Highlights: Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale; Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary community walk; Fort Portal crater lakes.

Best time to go: Year-round. Chimp tracking minimum age 12.

Accommodation Options (Budget, Midrange, Luxury):

Choose the comfort level that suits you; the vehicle, guide and activities stay the same. Price per person (2 people sharing, 2027): Budget $1,055 · Midrange $1,294 · Luxury $2,724.

• Kibale / Fort Portal (2 nights): Budget – Isunga Lodge; Midrange – Turaco Treetops; Luxury – Primate Lodge Kibale

Lodges shown are examples, or similar, subject to availability. Gorilla and chimp permits are included at cost.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Entebbe to Kibale

Drive west via Fort Portal (about 5-6 hrs). Afternoon walk to the Fort Portal crater lakes viewpoints. Overnight: Turaco Treetops (midrange) or similar.

Day 2: Chimp tracking & Bigodi

Morning chimp tracking at Kanyanchu (about one hour with the chimps). Afternoon Bigodi swamp walk for birds and monkeys. Overnight: Turaco Treetops (midrange) or similar.

Day 3: Kibale to Entebbe

Return drive to Entebbe/Kampala.

Inclusions:

• Private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, English-speaking driver-guide and fuel
• Airport or hotel pick-up and drop-off in Entebbe or Kampala
• Accommodation as listed, sharing a double or twin room; full board on safari
• Chimpanzee tracking permit in Kibale
• Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary community walk
• Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
• All government taxes

Exclusions:

• International flights and Uganda visa (single-entry e-visa about $50, or the East Africa Tourist Visa at $100)
• Travel and medical insurance; a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry
• Tips for guides, porters and lodge staff
• Drinks unless the lodge includes them, laundry and personal items
• Optional activities and anything not listed
• Single room supplement (on request)

How to Get There:

Book an international flight to Entebbe International Airport (EBB), about 45 minutes from Kampala. Your Mwema Safaris driver-guide meets you at arrivals or at your hotel. About 5 to 6 hours by road from Entebbe or Kampala via Fort Portal, or a domestic flight to Kasese and a 2-hour drive.