Chimpanzee Forest Lodge

Kampala (EBB)

Kibale Forest

Mid-Range Lodge

Mid-Range Lodge in Kanyanchu, Kibale Forest

Mid-Range Lodge in Kanyanchu, Kibale Forest

Chimpanzee Forest Lodge, a low-key establishment on the edge of Kibale Forest in Uganda, offers a mix of self-contained cottages, rooms, and campsites, centered around a historic colonial house, and is a great base for exploring the wilderness and chimpanzee tracking.

Chimpanzee Forest Lodge, a low-key establishment on the edge of Kibale Forest in Uganda, offers a mix of self-contained cottages, rooms, and campsites, centered around a historic colonial house, and is a great base for exploring the wilderness and chimpanzee tracking.

About Kanyanchu

Kanyanchu is the main visitor center and park headquarters for Kibale National Park, located near Fort Portal. It’s the starting point for chimpanzee trekking and other primate experiences in this lush, evergreen rainforest known as the “primate capital of the world.”

Kanyanchu is the main visitor center and park headquarters for Kibale National Park, located near Fort Portal. It’s the starting point for chimpanzee trekking and other primate experiences in this lush, evergreen rainforest known as the “primate capital of the world.”

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When to go

Trekking can be done year-round, but conditions vary with the seasons. Trails can get slippery in the wet months.

Trekking can be done year-round, but conditions vary with the seasons. Trails can get slippery in the wet months.

What to expect

Expect early morning chimp treks led by experienced guides through the thick forest, with a high success rate of sightings. Other activities include forest walks, birdwatching, and night walks to spot nocturnal wildlife. The area is well-organized for tourism, with trained staff and informative briefings before activities.

Kibale Forest

Kibale Forest

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What types of accommodations are available on safari?

Are safari accommodations safe?

Is Wi-Fi available at safari lodges or camps?

What’s the difference between a lodge and a tented camp?

How far in advance should I book safari accommodations?

Is the availability on Gotukio.com live?

Do safari accommodations have electricity?

Are there en-suite bathrooms in safari accommodations?