Trekking chimpanzees in Buraiga sector of Kibale National Park

Buraiga Sector is a less well-known sector for chimpanzee trekking tours in Kibale National Park. Unlike the Kanyanchu area, the Buraiga sector attracts relatively smaller crowds in comparison. Therefore, this is a hidden gem for chimpanzee trekking if you are seeking for quieter and intimate encounters with chimps. Regardless of the location, steps involved in chimpanzee trekking in Buraiga are similar to Kanyanchu area. Chimp trekking can start in the morning or in the afternoon. Each chimpanzee trek starts after a short briefing by the park rangers. Enter deeper in the forest with a ranger guide to locate a troop of habituated chimps.

Viewing the chimps is done for an hour after finding them. You will then return to the starting point to ensure that you attend debriefing. Also chimpanzee trekking tours in the Buraiga sector is done only after you present a chimpanzee trekking permit. This costs US$250 for each foreign non-resident, US$200 for each foreign resident and UGX180,000 for each East African Community citizen. Nevertheless, you must be at least 12 years old to acquire a chimpanzee trekking permit for Kibale National Park. Buy a chimpanzee permit from Uganda Wildlife Authority through Standard Safaris.

Only reputable tour operators like us will guarantee that you acquire a valid chimpanzee trekking permit. Besides a sustained position as a reputable tour operator, we also design favorable tour packages with our clients to ensure that your chimpanzee trekking experience in Buraiga is complimented. The tour package incorporates accommodation, meals, transportation and other activities that take into consideration your budget and interests. Your tour package can include activities like birdwatching, chimpanzee habituation, crater lakes tour, village tours, nature walk and night nature walk.

You might as well love to explore Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth or Murchison Falls National Parks etc. With these, your activities will be expanded to include gorilla treks, cultural encounters, game drives, and launch cruises etc. Also we offer tour experiences that extend beyond Uganda to cover other East African countries like Tanzania, Rwanda, Kenya, Burundi, and South Sudan. You can explore Masai Mara National Reserve, Volcanoes National Park, Virunga National Park, Serengeti National Park and Indian Ocean Coastline etc.

Best time to do chimp trekking in Buraiga sector

Though chimpanzee trekking in Buraiga Sector is offered all year-round, it is more enjoyable during the dry season. Therefore, you will plan your chimpanzee trekking adventure either from June to August or from December to February. These periods are preferred due to the low rainfall and humidity typically experienced during this time. With such weather patterns, your chimpanzee trekking adventure will be much easier to do, while you enjoy a cool atmosphere. The chimpanzee trails are thus less muddy to ensure that you do not worry about slipping all the time.

How to travel to Buraiga sector

Traveling by road offers over 300 kilometers of driving from Kampala or Entebbe to the Buraiga Sector of Kibale National Park. What makes this mode of transportation special is you get scenic views throughout your journey. The journey from Kampala to Kibale National Park takes 5-6 hours, however, you will pause to soak in the beautiful scenes. For a shorter travel time, you must choose to travel by air transport. Traveling from Entebbe International Airport to Kasese Airstrip nearby takes only 1 hour and 15 minutes. From Kasese, driving to Kibale National Park takes less than 2 hours. Scheduled flights are operated by AeroLink Uganda daily.

Where to stay at Kibale National Park

While planning your chimpanzee trekking experience in Bugaiga sector, suitable accommodation is also very important. There are several accommodations at Kibale National Park where you can stay comfortably. The accommodation types offered at the park are divided into budget, midrange and luxury options. Whichever you choose, ensure that it caters to your interests and available finances. We as Standard Safaris recommend the following accommodations among others,

Chimpanzee Forest Lodge

This is a midrange accommodation found outside Kibale National Park. Staying here allows you the special opportunity of experiencing the fully furnished bandas or main guest house. Rooms in Chimpanzee Forest Lodge are presented in Singles, Doubles and Triples. Camping is also done at the Chimpanzee Forest Lodge. Facilities and amenities in Chimpanzee Forest Lodge include ensuite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, running water, generator and modern restaurant, bar and lounge. Views of Tea plantations, Rwenzori Mountains, Crater Lakes and the Kibale Forest are all guaranteed at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge.

Kibale Forest Camp

This accommodation is offered to different types of guests, especially those on a budget. Like the name suggests, Kibale Forest Camp offers various spacious tents for accommodation to guests. There are 12 African ensuite safari tents constructed in the jungle, and 9 non-self-contained tents. The latter are constructed beneath grass thatched roof with shared shower and flushing toilets for guests who love communal experiences. The safari tents come in the form of single, double, twin or with an extra bed. Dining is done in the beautiful restaurant, which is a stylish wooden grass-thatched building.

Primate Lodge Kibale,

This offers luxury accommodation to guests who love to stay deep inside Kibale Forest. Guests can choose to stay in any of the 9 spacious luxurious cottages offered by Primate Lodge. The verandas are large enough to offer a perfect platform for relaxation and forest views. Rooms offered at Primate Lodge include Singles, Doubles, Twins and Triples. There is a Honeymoon cottage where romantic couples will surely have the best celebration ever. For guests who love massage, there is a parlor where seasoned staff will ensure that your mind and body are rejuvenated. The first-class restaurant offers both local and international cuisines.

Sándor Jakubinyi

14:31 22 Feb 24

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12:45 21 Feb 24

We went on a two-week trip with my family, organised by Coleb from Standard Safaris.

I had my concerns about organised trips, but this one didn’t justify any of those. Everything went very smoothly, even when some problems arose with one of the cars it got fixed by next morning, the accomodations were clean and comfortable, the programs were exciting and well-balanced - everything was done to a truly high standard.

If you plan to visit Uganda and are looking for a guide, I warmly recommend Coleb and his team. In case you have a choice of drivers, go for Godwin, his presence made this trip even more enjoyable - cheerful, helpful, good sense of humour, generally a great person. Just look for the guy with a big smile and big heart:)

Bert Simoens

09:38 08 Jan 24

We recently embarked on a safari adventure with Standard Safaris in Uganda, which was truly exceptional. Our guide, Yonah, was outstanding - his kindness, knowledge, and discretion significantly enhanced our experience. He was the heart of our trip.

The local company's planning was offering a tailor-made journey that matched our interests. We saw an array of wildlife in Murchison, enjoyed rafting at Jinja, and experienced mountain biking at Sipi. A visit to Kidepo National Park was a highlight and comes highly recommended.

The vehicle provided was comfortable and reliable. We highly recommend Standard Safaris for anyone seeking an unforgettable safari in Uganda. Their professionalism and the exceptional guidance of staff like Yonah make them an great choice.

Michał Kostrzewa

00:41 15 Nov 23

We are all extremely grateful Standard Safaris for an incredible East Africa experience. I recently booked a custom trip for group of 8 people, including an 8-year-old boy, from Kampala through Queen Elizabeth National Park and on to Rwanda and Burundi. Coleb delivered on everything that was discussed and agreed upon beforehand.

The car provided was in great condition and our driver Meddy went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, informed, and had the best possible time. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. All local services were inlcuded in (reasonable) price that we agreed, so there was no need to worry about payments during the 6 day trip. Also Standard Safaris agreed took care about safety and security by helping us organize armed ranger while in the park.

The whole trip was hassle-free and smooth. We saw amazing wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP, took in the sights of Rwanda and Burundi, and made lifelong memories.

I would happily book with Standard Safaris again in a heartbeat and recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone looking for the best East Africa trip. They provide top-notch service while ensuring you have an incredible, customized experience. If you want a hassle-free, flawlessly organized African adventure, Standard Safaris is the tour operator to book with.

Ivan Nammanda

18:31 27 Oct 23

Very organized travel operator who chose awesome guide to make our trip wonderful.

We booked a nine days trip with Standard Safaris and all was perfect from start to finish. Coleb was very prompt at replying and easy to liaise with ahead of the trip. We had done a lot of research and had an itinerary in mind and Coleb helped us to put everything together to make this happen for a very reasonable price.  On the trip we had a private vehicle for the whole tour which was exactly what we wanted. Bryan was our driver and an amazing guide - really friendly and knowledgable, working hard to find the things that we wanted to see and quickly understanding what was of interest to us/how much information to give.

Would highly recommend a trip to Uganda with Standard Safaris. We are definitely coming back soon!

MUGAIGA KENNETH

18:01 27 Oct 23

The company has very courteous tour guides with wide knowledge of fauna and frola in the whole of East Africa.
The choice of safari Lodges is good with first class treatment.
Game drive security is assured.
Almost The whole of September I was traversing through DRC, Uganda,and Rwanda on a gorilla tour and wildlife expedition.
Everything was arranged and booked perfectly by Standard Safaris.
The owner, Coleb was always helpful whenever we needed to ask questions about this gorilla safari in Uganda and beyond.
It was a complex expedition but Standard safaris and Coleb made it look amazingly easy.
I’ll recommend Standard safaris 200%, for all gorilla safaris in Uganda, Rwanda and wildlife tours in east africa.

travel uganda

16:35 27 Oct 23

This is so far the best gorilla trekking company in Uganda, and africa, by far. I had a wonderful time with Standard Safaris as a solo traveler.
My guide was excellent and our safari planner, Coleb was quick with responses and the prices were very friendly.
I’ll definitely book with Standard safaris on my next gorilla tour in Rwanda and Uganda.