Kibale National Park

Kibale National Park is a rainforest reserve in western Uganda with dense vegetation spread across elevated terrain. The forest canopy creates a layered landscape with varying elevations that shapes how visitors move through it.

The forest became a national park in 1993 and connects with Queen Elizabeth National Park to form a large protected area. This connection created an important corridor for animals to move between different regions.

The Batooro and Bakiga people live near the park and have deep roots in this forest landscape. Their daily life shows how communities and the rainforest have coexisted for generations.

The main entry point is the Kanyanchu visitor center where daily excursions depart. Early morning and afternoon visits work best for exploring, as conditions are cooler and wildlife is more active.

The forest is home to thirteen primate species including the red colobus monkey that draws visitors from around the world. Scientists from Makerere University conduct research here, making it a living classroom for forest ecology.

Location: Western Region

Inception: 1993

GPS coordinates: 0.43333,30.38333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48