Kibale National Park, home to some 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 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 noteworthy wildlife attractions.
Kibale National Park’s animal attractions

Here in Kibale National Park, there are over 1,400 chimpanzees, as well as thirteen distinct species of other ape diversity. Because of these untamed creatures, Uganda is the best place in Africa, if not the world, to go on a safari. The park is home to colobus as well as monkeys, mangabeys, potto, and olive baboons.

If you’re lucky, you might see rare animals like leopards, buffaloes, elephants, duikers, and bush pigs. The park maximizes 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 tiny amphibians and butterflies.

Cultural Tour around Kibale National Park

A short cultural exchange is recommended after your chimpanzee tracking safari inside 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. Kibale National Park is home to both the Bakiga and the Batooro people, making it the best place in Uganda 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. The park is home to a variety of bird species, including the 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.

The Gorilla Trekking Experience can be combined with tours of Kenya and Tanzania or Uganda Wildlife Safari with Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Park or Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

Where to stay in Kibale National Park

You can reserve a luxury, economical, or standard lodging in Kibale, depending on your budget. There are numerous lodging options both inside and outside of Kibale National Park.

Reputable safari lodging 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.