Looking for ultimate Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale national park and Rwenzori trekking expedition to summit the magical peaks of Rwenzori Mountains ( Cheptegei and Margherita peak ) on Mount Stanley.  Find the perfect Rwenzori Trekking and Chimpanzee trekking on group adventure or bespoken tailor made adventure in Uganda. Get the best experience in Uganda while on Safari holiday in Uganda.

What are required for Chimpanzee Trekking & Rwenzori Climbing Tour

Chimpanzee trekking safari requires prior booking for Chimpanzee permits that are always fixed on the particular day and time which can be morning or afternoon, yet the visit to Rwenzori Mountains via Rwenzori Expeditions requires that you have booked your slot to Rwenzori climb with the issuance of the Rwenzori Permit that includes the park entrance charges unlike the trekking via the Kilembe trail that makes it clear that your park entrance are charged from your credit card at Uganda Wildlife Authority.

You will need to decide on the route to be used during your Rwenzori trekking experiences since we do operate Rwenzori trekking via the 3 routes –

• Kilembe Trail ( Southern Route ) which is known as the luxury trail and the most recommended route if your looking extreme expeditions to Rwenzori Mountains , it has the most luxury , clean hurts within the Rwenzori Mountains and its managed by Rwenzori Trekking Services. if your planning to trek to Margherita peak via the Kilembe trail, the shortest days are 7/8 days Rwenzori Trekking and they cost the same fees once booked with Rwenzori Expeditions. Read More.
• Rwenzori Central Circuit which is the oldest trail that was used by the Abuzzi during his rwenzori expeditions in 1906 and its the popular trail which is more cheaper than the Kilembe trail , the huts are not modern but they are reconstructing the new huts. If your ultimate goal is the summit Margherita peak , then consider this trail as the optional one that can make the adventure unique where you can summit in 5 Days Rwenzori Trekking.  Its managed by RMS which is a local organization that is community based.  Read More
• Bukurungu trail , which is the new trail that is known as the Wilderness trail, this is route is a complicated to explain since its joins in Rwenzori Central circuit and this makes it complicated to explain the follow of the trail, we have taken clients to this route and the first client was by name of Peter that trekked the rwenzoris in March 2024 on 7 days Rwenzori Trekking.

If your planning to see the Chimpanzees and trek the Rwenzoris , we can suggest that you select to add on Wildlife watching if time allows to see the lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Rwenzori Expeditions is available to help you plan the ultimate Uganda safari tour to see the chimpanzees , Gorillas and trek Rwenzoris at the most affordable costs , even if your considering the Gorilla Trekking & Rwenzoris , then contact Rwenzori Expeditions to help you make the adventure.

Where to go for Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda?

In the pearl of Africa , there are 4 major destinations for chimpanzee trekking: Kibale Forest National Park, Kalizu forest,  (Budongo Forest) Murchison Falls National Park, and ( Kyambura Gorge) Queen Elizabeth National Park. The parks are managed by Uganda Wildlife Authority except for Budongo forest and kalinzu that are managed by Uganda forestry Authority.

Kibale Forest national park is the popular since it offers chimpanzee trekking and chimpanzee habituation yet the other three are known for chimpanzee habituation only. If you would like to go on Chimpanzee experience, then consider longer duration of watching the chimps.

Rwenzori expeditions recommends kibale forest national park is the best place for chimpanzee trekking, as the forest has high population densities and sightings are most common here.

Whats the Packing list of Chimpanzee Trekking & Rwenzori Climbing

When is the best time to go Rwenzori Climb and chimpanzee trekking?

Uganda is a year-round destination. Its equatorial climate means that temperatures are consistent throughout the year. Uganda’s seasons are separated by varying levels of rainfall. March to May is the long rainy season, and October to November is the short rainy season.

The best time to visit Uganda on a Uganda safari that includes the climb to Rwenzoris and Chimpanzees in their prime destinations for the primate Trekking adventure. Uganda has two dry seasons and these are the best times to trek Rwenzori, chimpanzee trekking and gorilla trekking along the Wildlife watching in the various national parks of Uganda.

These dry seasons are between December and February, and between June and August, when conditions are particularly good for primate trekking to see mountain gorillas, Golden Monkey, chimpanzees.

Why recommend Dry Seasons for Primate Safaris & Rwenzori Climbing

Trekking conditions are easiest during the dry seasons of June to September and December to February. The clear, sunny weather should make your trek more enjoyable, but downpours are still possible due to Uganda’s tropical climate. If you are comfortable with difficult trekking conditions, visiting during the rainy seasons can reduce the cost of your Rwenzori & Chimpanzee trip.

Uganda Climate Guide