Chimpanzee Tracking
A dynamic and intimate primate adventure that takes you deep into Africa’s tropical rainforests. Guided by expert trackers, you’ll follow vocalizations, footprints and feeding signs to locate a troop and spend a full hour observing their behavior
9 Tours
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Where Chimpanzee Tracking Is Offered
- Uganda
- Kibale Forest National Park
- Kalinzu Forest Reserve
- Kyambura Gorge
- Budongo Forest.
- Rwanda
- Nyungwe Forest National Park
- Tanzania
- Mahale Mountains National Park
- Gombe Stream National Park
Chimpanzee Permit Fees (as of 2025)
Uganda
- Kibale Forest: $250 USD
- Kalinzu Forest: $150 USD
- Kyambura Gorge: $100 USD
- Budongo Forest: $130 USD
Rwanda
- Nyungwe Forest: $150 USD
Tanzania
- Mahale Mountains: $100–120 USD
- Gombe Stream: $100 USD
Permit prices include forest access and ranger guide fees. Permits are limited and should be booked in advance.
Trekking Details:
- Duration: 2–4 hours (1 hour with chimpanzees).
- Age Limit: 12 years and above.
- Group Size: Max 6–8 visitors per tracking group.
- Fitness Level: Moderate – some forest trails can be steep or slippery
Best Time to Visit
Year-round; drier months (June–October & December–February) are best for trekking
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Duration : 13 days
Sole Traveller Price: $8125
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Sole Traveller Price: $3910
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Duration : 5 days
Sole Traveller Price: $2545
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