How does chimp trekking in Kibale compare with Budongo

How does chimp trekking in Kibale compare with Budongo, when it comes to Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda, Kibale Forest National Park is the most popular place to go for many tourists, however, chimpanzees can also be seen in Bundongo Forest. Kibale is best known before it hosts a large number of chimpanzees in Uganda and also it has many chimpanzee family groups open for trekking this makes it much easier to get a chimpanzee trekking permit compared to Bundongo which has few chimpanzee family groups open for trekking.

Kibale Forest National Park is the most popular for chimpanzee trekking in Uganda and it is best known for its number and variety of resident primates with 13 species of primates including the largest population of chimpanzees in Uganda estimated at over 1500 chimpanzees, other primates found in Kibale Forest include the nocturnal bushbaby and potto, Monkeys, baboons among others. Kibale forest national park is also a popular destination for birders with over 335 bird species recorded. Chimpanzee trekking is done in two sessions in the morning and afternoon this will be determined by the chimpanzee permit you purchase and your itinerary to trek in a given session accordingly.

Budongo Forest reserve has about 700 chimpanzees and these have been conserved for years and steadily the groups are growing and increasing in Numbers. It is also great for bird watching as well giving you an option to add a safari visit to Murchison Falls National Park and Rhino tracking in Ziwa Rhino sanctuary giving you an opportunity to see all the Big 5 animals.

There are many factors to consider when comparing and choosing which place to go for chimpanzee trekking between Kibale Forest National Park and Bundongo and these include;

Price;  A Chimpanzee trekking permit for Kibale Forest National Park costs USD200 for the Foreign nonresident, USD150 for the Foreign resident and USD30 (100,000 Uganda Shilling) for the East African Citizen per person per trek, this chimpanzee permit gives you an opportunity to spend one hour encounter with the Chimpanzees in Kibale Forest National Park. For Chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest, a permit costs $75 for East African Residents, $110 for Foreign Residents and $120 for Foreign Non residents.

Accessibility; Both Kibale Forest National Parka and Budongo Forest National Park can be accessed by road an air transport. It is 4 to 5 hours drive from Kampala to Kibale and 5 to 6 hours to Budongo.

Accommodation; when it comes to accommodation Kibale Forest National Park has better accommodation options compared to Budongo Forest. In Kibale you can choose to stay in Luxury, midrange or budget but when it comes to Budongo you only have an option of budget accommodation that is Budongo Eco Lodge other options o consider can be found in the southern part of Murchison falls National Park which is close to the forest.

Chimpanzee Trekking Experience; Both Kibale Forest and Budongo forest offer chimpanzee habituation experience which gives you more time to encounter with the wild chimpanzees.

What is the best time for Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale and Bundongo Forest?

Chimp trekking in Kibale compare with Budongo. Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale and Budongo Forest is best done in the months of June to October and December to March during this time it is a dry season in Uganda with mild rainfall making it easy for Chimpanzee trekking, as well during this time the vegetation is not fully grown and it is easy for viewing the chimpanzees offering great sights for photographs. During the other months of April, May and November which is normally a wet season this makes the vegetations grow high making the sightings unclear however during this time the treks tend to be shorter given the fact chimpanzees don’t move further distances looking for food, food is readily available. Chimpanzee trekking at both places can be done throughout the year given the fact it is a very well-organized activity and you have 99% chance of seeing the Chimpanzees.

Where to stay during Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park

Accommodation in Kibale Forest National Park, Budget options include Chimpanzee Forest Guest House, Isunga Lodge, Mountains of the Moon, Rwenzori view Guest House, Kibale Home Stay among others these cost USD90-100 per person per night, mid-range include Kibale Forest Camp, Turaco Treetops Lodge and Prime Lodge Kibale among others these cost USD150-200 per person per night, Luxury options include Ndali Lodge, Crater Safari Lodge, Papaya Lake Lodge and Kyaninga Lodge these cost USD250-700 per person per night.

Where to stay during Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park

There are few accommodation options to stay in during Chimpanzee Trekking in Budongo the main accommodation is Budongo Eco Lodge other option can be found in the southern part of Murchison Falls National Park these include Murchison River Lodge, Bakers Lodge, Red Chili and Kabalega wilderness Camp. chimp trekking in Kibale compare with Budongo

Why book with Eco Adventure Safaris your Chimpanzee Trekking Tour

Eco Adventure Safaris, is working and doing all the best we can to ensure that you have safe trips and prevent further spread of the virus by putting in place the guidelines as suggested by the world health organization and the Ministry of Health Uganda. We will also offer discounted Chimpanzee and safe packages to meet your needs and also putting in mind your health is important during your Chimpanzee trek to either Budongo or Kibale Forest National Park Contact us here for our discounted packages and also tailor made Chimpanzee trekking safaris to either Budongo Forest or Kibale Forest, we are ready to follow all set SOPs to ensure all our clients are safe during travel amid covid-19. Our magic in organizing authentic experience stems from the fact that we have overtime assembled a team mixed with young and energetic staff guided by well-experienced mature managers and directors who are Ugandans and passionate about what they do. Eco Adventure Safaris is highly rated and reviewed on trip Advisor to help you learn on the experiences of the other travelers who have traveled with us. chimp trekking in Kibale compare with Budongo