Kibale Forest

Kibale Forest is a natural attraction in Uganda. Kibale is a moist tropical forest in western Uganda with thirteen primate species, including a large and well-habituated chimpanzee population.

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Kibale is a moist tropical forest in western Uganda with thirteen primate species, including a large and well-habituated chimpanzee population. Tracking walks leave twice daily and usually find a group within a couple of hours. The Bigodi wetland beside the park is a community-run birding and monkey walk worth a morning on its own.

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Chimpanzee tracking
Guided forest walk to a habituated chimpanzee community.

How to get to Kibale Forest

Kibale Forest sits in Uganda. It pairs well with Entebbe Botanical Gardens, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Murchison Falls National Park, so you can group them on the same day.

Tips for your visit

Related things to do here include Chimpanzee tracking.

Kibale Forest FAQ

Where is Kibale Forest?

Kibale Forest is in Uganda.

What is near Kibale Forest?

Nearby places include Entebbe Botanical Gardens, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Murchison Falls National Park.

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