Best Lodges in Kibale National Park

Where to stay in and around Kibale Forest National Park. Discover the best lodges in Kibale National Park, the perfect places to stay after or before chimpanzee tracking/trekking and chimpanzee habituation experience. Kibale National Park features the best budget, mid-range, and luxury lodges in Kibale National Park.

The safari lodges in Kibale are strategically set in areas with access to the Kanyanchu Visitor Center. At the Kanyanchu Tourist Center, you should expect to begin your chimpanzee trekking or habituation experience in Kibale Forest National Park.

Best Luxury Safari Lodges in Kibale Forest National Park

Kyaninga Lodge

Kyaninga Lodge is one of the top luxury lodges tourists on Uganda safari to Kibale can consider for an overnight stay. The luxury Kyaninga Lodge is set in the area where visitors can appreciate the breathtaking views of the Rwenzori Mountain ranges and several crater Lakes in the Fort Portal area.

About 9 cottages make up the Kyaninga Lodge and they are positioned in the raised platforms. The cottages comprise twin/double beds and they guarantee ultimate privacy. The cottages have amenities such as hot and cold showers, electrical charging areas, and modern solar power.

Ndali Lodge -Best Lodges in Kibale

 Ndali is a luxury accommodation and is one of the best lodges found near Kibale National Park. The lodge is set overviewing the scenic Ndali-Kasenda crater field and Nyinambuga Crater Lake as well as the picturesque Rwenzori Mountain.

At the Ndali Lodge, expect to come across amenities including television, comfortable beds with mosquito nets, free Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, parking area, a fully stocked bar, and flushing toilets.

Crater Safari Lodge

The Crater Safari Lodge is a luxury eco-friendly lodge set overviewing the Nyanabulitwa Crater Lake in Fort Portal as well as the lush Kibale Forest. This luxury lodge has 21 rooms including the deluxe chalets and standard cabanas.

The rooms feature outdoor dining areas, bathrobes, a lamp, a towel, mosquito nets, and a private balcony. In addition, Crater Safari Lodge has a swimming pool, the best restaurant, a fully stocked bar, a campfire, and more.

The Best Mid-range lodges in and around Kibale

Primate Lodge

Primate Lodge Kibale is suitably built in the heart of Kibale Forest. The luxurious primate lodge offers mid-range accommodation services. Its strategic location comes with picturesque views of the forest and great sights of primates plus bird species. Primate Lodge has 9 luxurious en suite cottages and 7 standard cottages each consisting of a private veranda.

The rooms also come with en suite bathrooms with visitors guaranteed of privacy. Its ideal location in the middle of Kibale Forest makes it the best option for visitors to connect to the Kanyanchu Tourist Center to begin their trek with chimpanzees.

Papaya Lake Lodge

Papaya Lake Lodge offers midrange and luxury accommodation services. The lodge is set along the rim of the Lyantonde Crater Lake. Its surrounding comes with commanding green vegetation. In addition, visitors enjoy the jaw-dropping views of the surrounding Rwenzori Mountain ranges, Crater Lakes, and hills.

Best Lodges in Kibale -Isunga Lodge

Isunga Lodge is set along the ridge of the Crater Lake region. It offers breathtaking views of Kibale Forest and the Rwenzori Mountains. At the Isunga Lodge, there are multiple amenities to make your stay comfortable and memorable. The key amenities at the Isunga Lodge include lush gardens.

Chimpundu Lodge

Chimpundu Lodge is a mid-range accommodation and derives its name from the word –“Chimp” and “Mpundu.” The two words are derived from the Runyankole and Rukiga languages. Chimpundu Lodge comprises of a classic restaurant, lounge, comfortable rooms suitable for family and friends on Uganda safaris to Kibale National Park.

Kibale Forest Camp

Kibale Forest Camp is a comfortable mid-range lodge and is 10 minutes away from the Kanyanchu Tourist Center. The key property amenities include free parking, a fully stocked bar, a restaurant, a dining area, a private balcony, a seating area, private bathrooms, a shower, laundry services, an outdoor fireplace, and 24/7 security.

Visitors can also consider spending a night in the Turaco Treetops (semi-luxury lodge), Kibale Forest Guesthouse, Rwenzori Mountain View Guesthouse, and Mountains of the Moon Hotel.

What to do in and around Kibale National Park

With accommodation options guaranteed, visitors can explore Kibale National Park differently. The main safari activities to enjoy include chimpanzee trekking, chimpanzee habituation experience, forest walks, bird-watching, and Bigodi Wetland excursions.

Chimpanzee tracking

Visitors have the morning and afternoon chimpanzee trekking options to enjoy in Kibale National Park. All two sessions start with a briefing at the Kanyanchu Visitor Center and tourists are allocated to an experienced guide.

Chimpanzee permits can be booked in advance at USD 300 per person and your local tour operator can reserve it as well as plan the entire primate adventure.

Chimpanzee habituation

Chimpanzee habituation involves following chimpanzee communities that haven’t undergone habituation to make them get used to human presence. The habituation process involves observing how chimps behave and taking photos.