Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is located in south-western Uganda, at the junction of the plain and mountain forests, Bwindi Park covers 331 sq km and is known for its exceptional biodiversity, with more than 160 trees and over 100 ferns species. Various types of birds and butterflies are also found here, as well as many endangered species, including the mountain gorilla.
A glorious lush enfold across the steep ridges of the Albertine Rift Valley, this ancient rainforest is one of the few in Africa that has flourished throughout the last Ice Age and is home to roughly half of the world's mountain gorillas.Looking deep into the expressive brown eyes of these gentle giants is surely the most exciting and poignant wildlife encounter that Africa has to offer - but we should not let it distract from Bwindi's broader biodiversity, a result of its immense antiquity and an altitude span from 1,160 to 2,607m.
Wildlife and Birds at theBwindi Impenetrable National Park
The national park has 90 mammal species, including 11 primates, of which the black-and-white colobus, with its lovely flowing white tail, is prominent. The forest birding ranks with the best in Uganda, with 23 highly localized Albertine Rift endemics present.
Access to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi can be accessed from QENP in the north (2-3 hours), from Kabale to the south (1-2 hours), or from Kampala via Mbarara (6-8 hours). The roads meet at Butogota, 17km from the Buhoma entrance gate. 4x4 recommended during the rains.
Activites at the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Gorilla tracking is the main attraction; permits must pre-booked at the UWA office in Kampala. Other guided forest walks are available: one popular trail leads to a pretty waterfall, others focus on birding and monkey-viewing.
When to Visit Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Any time, though conditions are more challenging during the rainy season.
Accommodation at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Two up-market tented camps, a lodge, community-run budget rooms and camping are available near the Buhoma entrance gate.
Access to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi can be accessed by road from QENP in the north (2-3 hours), from Kabale to the south (1-2 hours), or from Kampala via Mbarara (6-8 hours). The roads meet at Butogota, 17km from the Buhoma entrance gate. 4x4 recommended during the rains. Activites at the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Gorilla tracking is the main attraction permits must pre-booked at the UWA office in Kampala. Other guided forest walks are available one popular trail leads to a pretty waterfall, others focus on birding and monkey-viewing.
Africa Partners in Safari will Tailor make your Gorrilla trekking safari and all other necessary arrangements. When to visit Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Any time, though conditions are more challenging during the rainy season.
Accommodation at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Two up-market tented camps, a lodge, community-run budget rooms and camping are available near the Buhoma entrance gate.
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