Kibale National Park
Kibale National Park protects rainforest in western Uganda and is best known for chimpanzee tracking amid diverse primate species.
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Overview and significance
Kibale National Park is a national park in western Uganda, protecting moist evergreen rainforest. It is 766 km2 (296 sq mi) in size and ranges between 1,100 m (3,600 ft) and 1,600 m (5,200 ft) in elevation. Despite encompassing primarily moist evergreen forest, it contains a diverse array of landscapes. Kibale is one of the last remaining expanses to contain both lowland and montane forests. In eastern Africa, it sustains the last significant expanse of pre-montane forest.
History and heritage
The park or reserve sits within a broader cultural and ecological region. Communities, conservation authorities and visitor services share responsibility for keeping the landscape viable for both wildlife and travel.
Features and attractions
Among its defining features, this adjoining of the parks creates a 180 km (110 mi) wildlife corridor. Among its defining features, they use the park for food, fuel, and other resources with the help of the Uganda Wildlife Authority...
Activities and experiences
Common experiences include guided game drives, birdwatching, nature walks and photography arranged with authorised guides or lodges. Some sites offer boat trips or specialised tracking subject to permits.
Visitor information
For visitor planning, it is 766 km2 (296 sq mi) in size and ranges between 1,100 m (3,600 ft) and 1,600 m (5,200 ft) in elevation.
This editorial information is a starting guide. Verify current visitor rules, fees and access with the official operator.