Uganda chimpanzee trekking safari in 2022

Uganda chimpanzee trekking safari in 2022 ; Chimpanzee trekking is the second best done activity in Uganda after gorilla trekking and it involves moving on foot into the tropical rainforest in search of the habituated chimpanzees and once found spend one hour with them in their natural environment.

Chimpanzee trekking destinations in Uganda 2022

Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda is done in four destinations including Kibale forest national park which is the best place for chimpanzee trekking in Uganda that harbors the highest number of chimpanzees with more than 1500 chimpanzees, Budongo forest which is located in Murchison falls national park and it’s the second best place for chimpanzee trekking in Uganda with over 800 chimpanzees, Kyambura gorge which is located in the eastern part of Queen Elizabeth national park and Kalinzu forest which is located in Bushenyi district near Queen Elizabeth national park and Maramagambo forest.

Chimpanzee trekking in any destination starts early in the morning with a briefing about the rules and regulations at the park headquarters. After the briefing you will start trekking in the forest with a park guide who is well conversant with different trails to follow. Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda takes about 30 minutes to 4 hours depending on where the chimpanzees are located because they like to move from one place to another in search of food. During trekking you will be able to view other primates like grey cheeked mangabey, l’hoest monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys, red tailed monkeys, view different bird species, plants among others. Once the chimpanzees are located, you will be allowed to spend one hour with them in their natural habitat which gives you a chance to learn more about their behaviors, lifestyle, watch them feed, play, hunt, fight, breastfeed, take photos and record videos to show people back home after the Uganda safari.

Cost of chimpanzee trekking permits in Uganda 2022

Chimpanzee trekking permits are legal cards/ documents that are issued to any visitor above the age of 15 years allowing them to visit any habituated chimpanzee family and spend one hour with them in their habitat. Cost of chimpanzee trekking permits in Uganda vary according to the destination you visit for example a chimpanzee trekking permit in Kibale forest national park costs 200 USD per person for foreign non residents, 150 USD per person for foreign residents and 150,000 UGX per person for East African citizens. A chimpanzee trekking permit in Kyambura gorge and Kalinzu forest costs 50 USD per person for foreign non residents, 50 USD per person for foreign residents and 30,000 UGX per person for East African citizens. A chimpanzee trekking permit in Budongo forest costs 130 USD per person for foreign non residents, 120 USD per person for foreign residents and 85 USD per person for East African citizens.

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How to book chimpanzee trekking permits in Uganda 2022

Chimpanzee trekking permits in Uganda can either be booked through Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) by contacting the offices via email or telephone calls. You can also book chimpanzee trekking permits through a trusted tour company like Achieve Global Safaris. When booking though a tour operator you will contact us with the dates and chimpanzee destination you wish to visit. After contacting us we will check for permit availability and if there are permits available, you will be asked to make a deposit for the permit. Once we receive the payment, we will purchase the permits on your behalf.

Best time to go for chimpanzee trekking safari in Uganda

Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda can be done anytime throughout the year though the best time is during the dry season also known as the peak season in the months of June, July, August, September, December, January and February. During the dry season there is less or little rainfall in the chimpanzee destinations therefore chimpanzee trekking trails will be dry and passable compared to the wet/ low season when the chimpanzee trekking trails are muddy and slippery which make trekking difficult.

What to pack for your Uganda chimpanzee trekking safari in 2022

There are a number of items that you are require to carry during your chimpanzee trekking safari in Uganda 2022 including,

Gloves to protect your hands from scratches during trekking
Comfortable hiking shoes to keep your feet dry especially during the wet season and protect insects from entering your trousers.
Long sleeved shirt and blouse to keep you warm and protect your body from scratches.
Camera and extra batteries to take pictures and record moments during trekking.
Insect repellent to protect you from insect bites such as tsetse flies and mosquitos
Waterproof rain jacket to protect you from rainfall in case it rains during trekking.
Hat and sunglasses to protect you from direct sunshine to clearly view different bird species like birds.
A pair of binoculars
Backpack to carry your chimpanzee trekking items

For more information about Uganda Chimpanzee trekking safaris in 2022, do not hesitate to contact us at Achieve Global Safaris or visit our website for affordable chimpanzee trekking packages.