Turaco treetops occupy about 5.2 hectares in Uganda’s top tropical forest, mostly known for chimpanzee tracking. Immerse yourself in nature at Turaco Treetop Lodge, with grounds full of birds, monkeys, butterflies, and black and white colobus monkeys. Click here to view mountain gorilla trekking safaris.

Turaco Treetops creates an uncomplicated, warm-hearted atmosphere for all the guests. Whether you are looking at exploring the Kibale Forest for chimpanzee tracking or the region while staying at Turaco, the perfect place to unwind, the team serves you with a smile. Click here to see our recommended mountain gorilla trekking tour.

For travelers who are looking forward to having a chilly day or want to energize an adventurous day, Turaco Treetops’ poolside is the best place to be. The pool at Turaco Treetops is a 5-by-10-meter rectangle strategically placed in the lush, evergreen garden in front of the main lodge building.

Young enough turaco treetop, explore the world. Where families with children of all ages are welcome and Turaco Treetops caters to all their needs with the kids' outdoor playground, it is an ideal destination for parents who would love to enjoy all sorts of drinks ranging from soft to hard drinks.

Chimpanzee trekking

Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Park offers a 90% success rate; Kibale Forest is the best place in Uganda to spot chimpanzees up close. Discover the forest and find these beautiful primates during the Kanyanchu chimpanzee trekking, or join a group of researchers in a chimpanzee habituation experience that takes four hours.

Nature Walks

Kibale Forest nature walks start directly from Turaco Top Lodge with a knowledgeable guide who will show you the reforestation, rainforest zone, and agroforestry occupying the 26 hectares. Encounter more than 5 species of primates, walk along the footprints of bush elephants, admire Uganda’s indigenous trees, and see a variety of bird species and butterflies.

Birding tours

Kibale Forest protects over 375 bird species, which makes Kibale Forest a true birding paradise. Take some binoculars and a camera, and get ready to view the Great Blue Turaco, Black Bishop, Yellow-Billed Barbet, Superb Sunbird, White-Tailed Ant-Thrush, and Black-Crowned Waxbill.

Bigodi Swamp Walk

The Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary provides endless biodiversity. Bigodi Wetlands offers an easy 4.5 km swamp walk with an experienced local guide from KAFRED. You will help you keep your eyes open to view over 200 bird species and primates like monkeys such as the Vervet monkey, blue monkey, olive baboon, red colobus, black and white colobus, grey-cheeked mangabey, red-tailed monkey, and L’hoest monkey.

Crater lakes & tea plantations

The greater Kibale Forest National Park is not only famous for chimpanzee trekking and bird watching. Kibale Forest protects countless crater lakes—formed by volcanic activity—and plenty of fresh tea plantations set on the rolling, gently sloping hills.

Village Tours

Kibale Forest is situated near Nkingo and Bigodi villages. Community members will be happy to welcome visitors and show them what their daily life looks like.

Kibale Forest National Park is open for chimpanzee trekking all year round.  Starting from January, February, June, and July, they fall in the driest season, which makes it the best time for chimpanzee trekking.