Uganda is one of the best destinations in the world for chimpanzee tracking, with several key locations offering unforgettable encounters. Kibale Forest National Park is the most famous, home to over 1,500 chimpanzees and offering the highest success rate for sightings. Other prime spots include Budongo Forest near Murchison Falls, Kyambura Gorge in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Toro-Semliki Wildlife Reserve.

Tracking begins with a briefing before you venture into the forest with experienced guides. Once the chimps are located, visitors spend one hour observing their behavior—feeding, grooming, and playing. Cotis Safaris can also arrange the Chimpanzee Habituation Experience (CHEX), which allows up to four hours with semi-habituated chimp groups, ideal for photographers and researchers.