BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park lies in southwestern Uganda on the edge of the Rift Valley. Its mist-covered hillsides are blanketed by one of Uganda’s oldest and most biologically diverse rainforests, which dates back over 25,000 years and contains almost 400 species of plants. More famously, this “impenetrable forest” also protects an estimated 400 mountain gorillas – roughly half of the world’s population, including several habituated groups, which can be tracked in four different sectors of Buhoma, Ruhijja, Rushaga and the Nkuringo.
It provides habitat for over 120 species of mammals, 348 species of birds, 220 species of butterflies, 27 species of frogs, chameleons, geckos, and many endangered species.
Floristically, the park is among the most diverse forests in East Africa, with more than 1,000 flowering plant species, including 163 species of trees and 104 species of ferns. The park is also a sanctuary for colobus monkeys, and many birds such as hornbills and turacos.
Activities include:
- Mountain Gorilla tracking
- Guided nature walks
- Birding
- Cultural encounters
- Community walks
- Hiking
- Cycling and mountain biking
Accommodation
Luxury accommodation
- Buhoma Lodge
- Gorilla Safari Lodge
- Mahogany Springs Camp
- Chameleon Hill Lodge
Budget Accommodation
- Bwindi view Bandas
- Broad bill forest camp
- Buhoma Community Rest Camp
- Wagtail Eco Safari Camp