Frequently asked questions about chimpanzee trekking in Budongo forest
Frequently asked questions about chimpanzee trekking in Budongo forest; Chimpanzee trekking is an interesting activity in Budongo forest that involves tourists moving on foot into the tropical rainforest in search of the habituated chimpanzees and once found spend one hour with them in their nature environment. Budongo forest is one of the chimpanzee destinations located in Murchison falls national park which is the largest national park in Uganda. there are a number of questions asked by tourists planning a chimpanzee trekking safari in Budongo forest and this article will highlight the frequently asked questions and their answers.
What is chimpanzee trekking
Chimpanzee trekking is an adventurous activity in Budongo forest where travellers will be able to move of foot into the tropical rainforest in search of the habituated chimpanzee families and once found spend one hour with them in their natural habitat.
What is a chimpanzee trekking permit?
A chimpanzee trekking permit in Budongo forest is a legal card that is issued to tourists above the age of 15 years allowing them to visit habituated chimpanzee families and spend one hour with them in their habitat.
Cost of chimpanzee trekking permits in Budongo forest
Chimpanzee trekking permits in Budongo forest cost 130 USD per person for foreign non residents, 120 USD per person for foreign residents and 85 USD per person for East Africa citizens.
How to book chimpanzee trekking permits in Budongo forest?
Chimpanzee trekking permits in Budongo forest can be booked through a trusted tour operator like Achieve Global Safaris where you will contact our tour consultants via email or telephone calls with the date, month and year when you wish to visit the chimpanzees. After contacting us, we will check for permit availability and if there are permits available, you will be asked to make a deposit for the permit. Once the payment has been made, we will be able to purchase the permit on your behalf.
What is the age limit of chimpanzee trekking in Budongo forest?
The minimum age limit for chimpanzee trekking in Budongo forest is 15 years and children below the age of 15 years will be advised to engage in other activities like game drives, boat cruise, top of the falls drive, guided nature walk among others in Murchison falls national park.
How long does chimpanzee trekking in Budongo forest take
Chimpanzee trekking in Budongo forest takes about 2 hours to 5 hours depending on where the chimpanzees are located because they like to move from one place to another in search of food and once the chimpanzees are found, you will be allowed to spend one hour with them in their habitat.
Best time to book a chimpanzee trekking safari in Budongo forest
Chimpanzee trekking in Budongo forest can be done all year round though the best time is during the dry season in the months of June, July, August, September, December, January and February because during this period there is less rainfall in the park therefore chimpanzee trekking trails will be passable hence making trekking easy compared to the rainy season when the trekking trails are muddy and slippery which make chimpanzee trekking difficult.
Where to stay during chimpanzee trekking in Budongo forest
There are a number of accommodation facilities where you can stay during your chimpanzee trekking safari. The accommodations range from budget, midrange and luxury including Budongo eco lodge, Twiga safari lodge, Red chili rest camp, Fort Murchison lodge, Murchison River lodge, Pakuba safari lodge, Paraa safari lodge, Murchison Falls Bamboo Village, Sambiya River lodge, Nile safari lodge, Hornbill lodge, Ikorom safari lodge, Geo lodges Nile safari lodge, Bwana Tembo safari camp, Kabalega Wilderness lodge, Heritage safari lodge, Uganda Wildlife Authority campsite, Yebo safari camp, New Court View hotel, Boomu Women’s group Bandas, Murchison Bush camp among others.
How to get to Budongo forest for chimpanzee trekking
Budongo forest is located in Murchison falls national park and can be accessed by road transport means where you will drive from Kampala to the park headquarters which takes about 5 to 6 hours’ drive in a safari vehicle.
Budongo forest can also be accessed by air transport means where you will book charter or scheduled domestic flight with Aerolink Uganda from Entebbe international airport to Pakuba, Chobe or Bugungu airstrips and then connect to Budongo forest by road.
What to pack for chimpanzee trekking in Budongo forest?
When planning a chimpanzee trekking safari in Budongo forest, there are a number of items that you should pack or carry including insect repellent, long sleeved shirt and trouser, hiking shoes, garden gloves, waterproof rain jacket, drinking water, camera and extra batteries, a pair of binoculars, face masks, walking stick, backpack among others.
For more information about chimpanzee trekking in Budongo forest, do not hesitate to reach out to us at Achieve Global Safaris or visit our website for affordable chimpanzee trekking packages.
