This morning you have the chance to track a troop of about 120 habituated chimpanzees that live in the Kibale Forest National Park.

This 766 km<sup>2</sup> tropical rain forest is the natural habitat for an amazing 12 primate species, and contains the highest primate density of an area on Earth. Here, on a guided forest walk, you may find families of Chimpanzees and Red Colobus Monkeys chattering and swinging through the ancient forest trees. Some of the trees are 50 to 60 meters (150 to 180 feet) in height, and provide a majestic canopy for the profusion of rain forest life, including 325 bird species.

Even though you may only rarely see them, the park is home to the largest population of Forest Elephant in Uganda, and is also home to Buffalo, Uganda Kob, Genet, Civet, Waterbuck and Bushbuck. You will track the chimpanzees through this fascinating forest, following the well-marked trails. Like the gorilla tracking the amount of time spend with the chimps is limited to 1 hour. This is to prevent the spread of disease, but also to allow the chimps to have a normal life in the forest.

This afternoon you will visit the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary lies 5 km southeast of Kibale National Park.

The sanctuary is managed by the Kibale Association for Rural and Environmental Development (KAFRED), a community based environmental organisation formed in 1992 with the aim of achieving social and economic development for local communities. With the generated income KAFRED has been able to maintain the tourism infrastructure and support community projects. Here you can find out about the Bigodi Women’s Group, Bigodi Peanut Group, and Enyange Dance and Drama Group.

Rich in biodiversity and scenic beauty the 8 km long wetlands acts as an important wildlife corridor of Kibale Forest. The sanctuary harbours 8 species of primates, including one of the best sightings in Africa to see the elusive Red Colobus monkey. It is rich in the abundance of butterflies and species of vegetation such as wild palms, polita figs, water lilies and papyrus. The guided nature/bird walk around Magombe Swamp, its boardwalk trail and viewing platforms lasts 3hrs.

Overnight: Ndali Lodge (B/L/D)