Parc national de Kibale
Un paradis tropical pour les amoureux des chimpanzés et les passionnés de nature.
Découvrez le parc national de Kibale, paradis des primates en Ouganda et l'une des meilleures destinations d'Afrique pour l'observation des chimpanzés. Située dans l'ouest du pays, cette luxuriante forêt tropicale abrite la plus forte concentration de primates d'Afrique de l'Est, notamment des chimpanzés, des colobes roux, des colobes noir et blanc et des cercopithèques de L'Hoest. Les visiteurs peuvent vivre des expériences inoubliables d'observation des chimpanzés, participer à des randonnées guidées en forêt, observer les oiseaux et rencontrer la faune sauvage, tout en explorant l'un des écosystèmes les plus riches en biodiversité d'Ouganda. Le parc national de Kibale est ainsi une destination incontournable pour les amoureux de la nature et les voyageurs en quête d'aventure.

About Parc national de Kibale
Uganda · Safari Destination
Things to Do
4 activities & experiences
Highlights
At a Glance
Best Time to Visit Parc national de Kibale
Month-by-month guide with live weather, crowd levels, and seasonal highlights for Parc national de Kibale, Uganda.
August
August is a premier month to visit Kibale National Park, offering dry weather that keeps chimpanzees active and easier to locate in the lower canopy. It is a perfect time for tracking primates and exploring the adjacent Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary to spot Great Blue Turacos and various monkey species.
Best For
Monthly Rainfall
Light showers — mostly clear
Live Weather · Parc national de Kibale
Livefew clouds · Feels 18°C
Humidity
87%
Wind
2 km/h
Feels
18°C
Live weather via OpenWeather — updated every 5 min.
When to Visit
Recommended travel months
Kibale National Park can be visited year-round. The best periods for chimpanzee trekking are during the dry seasons from June to September and December to February when trails are easier to navigate and wildlife viewing conditions are excellent.
Climate & Weather
Year-round weather patterns
Kibale National Park enjoys a tropical rainforest climate with relatively stable temperatures throughout the year and regular rainfall that maintains the forest's lush vegetation.
Location & Getting There
Parc national de Kibale, Uganda
Parc national de Kibale
Uganda
Coordinates
0.43640°, 30.36671°
Getting There
Routes, transfers & access information
Kibale National Park is located approximately 320 kilometers from Kampala and can be reached in about 5 to 6 hours by road. The park is also accessible from Queen Elizabeth National Park, making it a popular addition to Uganda safari itineraries.
The terrain consists of tropical rainforest, wetlands, grasslands, river valleys, and gently rolling hills. Well-maintained forest trails provide access to chimpanzee trekking areas and nature walks.
Wildlife in Parc national de Kibale
1species documented — spot Africa's most iconic creatures up close.
Safari Vehicles for Parc national de Kibale
4 purpose-built vehicles— fully insured & maintained

Accessibility
Kibale National Park is accessible by both standard vehicles and 4x4 safari vehicles. While the main roads leading to the park are generally in good condition, 4x4 vehicles are highly recommended during rainy seasons when some access roads can become muddy.
Most chimpanzee trekking starting points, lodges, and visitor centers are easily reachable by vehicle. Travelers combining Kibale with Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, or Murchison Falls often use customized 4x4 safari vehicles for greater comfort and flexibility.
Fourgon safari 4x4
Toyota HiAce Custom — Un explorateur à prix abordable
Land Cruiser safari 4x4
Toyota Série 78 — Spécialiste des véhicules tout-terrain
Land Cruiser Prado / V8
Transfert de luxe — Expérience VIP
04Minibus / Bus Rosa
Rosa / Coaster — Transferts pour grands groupes
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Written and reviewed by Imara Africa Safaris’ Nairobi-based safari specialists, who plan and guide trips to Parc national de Kibale throughout the year. Park fees, seasonal conditions and access details are checked against official park and tourism-board sources. .









