Kyambura Gorge in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Welcome to Kyambura gorge one of the great tourist attraction in Queen Elizabeth National Park. The Gorge is a stunning Zig Zag extension depression of about 100 meters deep. The Kyambura gorge is situated in the Eastern part of Queen Elizabeth National Park close to the Equator line crossing. The gorge consists of an underground forest which harbors impressive numbers of Chimpanzees plus other primates hence the name the “Valley of Apes”. Other wildlife that can be spotted in the forest include; Forest Hogs, Butterflies, colorful birds, bush babies among other small wildlife.

Kyambura gorge is a portion of the Kyambura Wildlife reserve and it is only place in Queen Elizabeth national park where you can enjoy Chimpanzee trekking experience. The stunning gorge was formed as a result of the Flooding of River Kyambura which led to the rolling slopes that have been dominated by the ever green vegetation. Before you slope to the Kyambura gorge, get lost in the glimpse views of the wonderful Landscape and it entire surrounding harboring colorful birds that keep moving around the area.

The Kyambura gorge name is derived its name from River Kyambura that is known for its ancient  legendary history. Historically the river once flooded and a lot of People plus their property were destroyed. Those that survived decided to go looking for their colleagues but they failed to locate them, therefore they came back crying in pain while say, Kyambura – that mean I Could not find it. And ever since then the River was named Kyambura river.

Kyambura Gorge is among the most fascinating place to enjoy chimpanzee trekking although it has the smallest number of habituated chimpanzees therefore visitor on chimpanzee trekking experience may take long hours to sight a chimpanzee family. It is also important to note that forest is very big but few chimpanzees, they therefore move long distances through out the forest in search food which is one of the reason why you take long searching for the chimpanzee family. During the chimpanzees trekking experience, you get a chance to spot numerous bird species, and colorful butterfly species. The Chimpanzees in Kyambura gorge have been Habituated and are open for chimpanzee safaris.

Chimpanzee trekking experience in Kyambura Gorge costs 50 USD per person thus is cheaper compared to the main destinations like Kibale Forest National Park where chimpanzee trekking experience costs 200 USD per person. Kyambura gorge is a perfect ideal destination for budget travelers that would love to take part in the Chimpanzee trekking experience since it has the most affordable chimpanzee trekking permit compared to other places with habituated chimpanzees.

Other primates in Kyambura gorge include; white and Black Mangabey, red tailed monkeys, Olive Baboons, vervet monkeys among others. Besides chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura gorge, here are some of the other activities that be enjoyed in the gorge;

Forest Walks and guided nature walks

Guided walks in Kyambura gorge forest allows you an insight to explore the gorge. Here get a chance to listen to sounds of the calling birds songs as you learn more about the different plant trees and animals that call the gorge their home.

Bird watching Experience

The surrounding environment as well as the Kyambura forest gorge offer a rewarding birding adventure to all birders that visit the forest on a birding safari in Uganda. You get chance to spot both savannah and forest birds such as; Chapin’s Flycatcher, greater Flamingo, Papyrus gonolek, African Skimmer, Bar-tailed Godwit, White Winged warbler, Papyrus Canary, white tailed Lark, black rumped buttonquail and black and white casqued hornbill among others.

Best Time to Visit Kyambura Gorge

The activities in Kyambura gorge are open to all tourist throughout the year. However, it is important to note that the best to visit the gorge is during dry season that is characterized with little or no rains to interrupt the activities in the gorge. In this period the road connecting you to gorge are dry and easy to navigate through, trekking trails are not wet and slippery thus activities can move on very smoothly. The dry season is experienced in the months of June to early October and December to February.

On the other hand wet can the wet season makes the roads and trekking trails muddy and slippery make the trekking extremely strenuous. The wet season is characterized by heavy rains and it occurs on the months of march, April, May and November.

Accommodation facilities around Kyambura gorge

There is a wide range of accommodation facilities around Kyambura gorge where visitors can spend at night and explore the gorge. Some accommodation requires you to take a short drive from their accommodation. Some of the lodges close to Kyambura gorge include; Katara lodge, Elephant hub, Jacana safari Lodge, Kingfisher Camp among others. However, travelers can choose to take a drive to the Mweya peninsular and enjoy the various activities in Kyambura gorge.

For more information about visiting Kyambura gorge wildlife reserve, feel free to contact our professional and knowledgeable travel consults to assist you book a customized safari to queen Elizabeth national park that is inclusive of exploring Kyambura gorge activities. simply send an inquiry on info@gorillaugandasafaribookings.com or call us directly on +256-775630809  to speak directly to our reservations team.