Kibale

Chimpanzee Forest Lodge

Q: How much does it cost to stay at Chimpanzee Forest?

Stays at Chimpanzee Forest start from around US$90 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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Chimpanzee Forest

About Chimpanzee Forest Lodge

Budget-friendly charm near one of Africa's best parks for chimp trekking.

Chimpanzee Forest Guest House is a small, low-key establishment surrounded by 40 hectares of beautiful gardens, tea plantations and lush tropical forests bordering Uganda’s Kibale National Park. A good choice for cost-conscious travellers, the accommodation is a mix of self-contained cottages, comfortable rooms and secluded grassy campsites for those wanting to really get back to basics. The colonial homestead, once the residence of the British District Commissioner in the 1950s, is now owned and run by the Ugandan plantation owners. This is a great base for exploring some of Uganda's most picturesque wilderness regions – you won't be disappointed.

Kibale , Uganda

From $90 per person/per night

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The property

The colonial main homestead has a comfortable lounge and large library, stocked with a collection of African literature, some of which dates back to the 19th century. Drinks and simple, hearty meals are served in the large thatched, open-plan dining room overlooking the sloping lawns. Guests are encouraged to wander through the bird- and butterfly-filled gardens and further afield into the tea plantations within the property. Views across the estate and surrounding forests and mountains are nothing short of breathtaking.

The rooms

In the main house, two comfortable double bedrooms share bathroom facilities. Separate bandas (bungalows) scattered among the trees and lush tropical vegetation include a large twin-bedded, self-contained unit overlooking Lake Nyabikere, and three small garden bandas with views of Kibale National Park. All are clean, and have hot showers and proper flush toilets, and down-to-earth decor featuring Ugandan tribal artefacts and cottage-style furnishings. A secluded grassy camping area offers flat, shady sites for those wishing to camp.

Activities

The guesthouse is a great base for exploring the Kibale region, with a resident guide on hand if required. Walks to nearby waterfalls and birdwatching hikes are offered, as are visits to the local tea factory and markets for souvenirs. Kibale is one of Uganda's most scenic reserves, and is famous for its startlingly good birdlife and primates, including chimpanzee, colobus monkey, mangabey and olive baboon. Visit dramatic Lake Nkuruba for eye-to-eye encounters with monkeys in the forest canopy.

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How to book Chimpanzee Forest

How do I book Chimpanzee Forest?

Chimpanzee Forest can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Uganda trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Uganda trips featuring Chimpanzee Forest or get advice and suggestions from one of our Uganda specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Chimpanzee Forest?

Stays at Chimpanzee Forest start from around $90 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Uganda

Kibale Forest National Park

The ultimate chimp chill-out and home to no less than 13 species of other primates.