Bwindi Forest Gorrilla Trekking Safaris
Part of the great green swathe of rainforest that cloaks the Rift Valley mountains shared between Uganda, Rwanda and the DRC, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is acknowledged as one of the most biologically diverse forests in Africa. And happily, it’s not as inaccessible as its name suggests.
Home to around half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park offers Uganda’s best gorilla trekking. Professional guides will take you into the heart of this teeming ecosystem in search of habituated gorilla families, whereupon you’ll spend a magical hour with the greatest of the great apes. The success rate of finding gorillas on a daily basis is around 90% and such is the positive impact of these conservation-driven treks that the gorilla population is actually increasing.
But a Bwindi safari isn’t just about gorillas: there are 11 other species of primate and numerous mammals ranging from shy forest elephants to giant forest hogs. The bird watching is excellent – keep a look out for any of the 23 endemics among the 350 recorded bird species – while even the most seasoned of nature-lovers will be amazed by the dazzling colours of Bwindi’s 200 butterfly species.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is a destination on most Ugandan safari itineraries and combines easily with the country’s savannah reserves such as Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Park. There is specialist gorilla trekking accommodationin and next to the forest – talk to us about the best accommodation options for your requirements and we’ll make sure your Bwindi Forest gorilla trek will deliver an unforgettable adventure.
Bwindi Forest Tours & Safaris
If you want to go gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, look no further. Our Bwindi Forest tours and safaris range from short and focused gorilla treks to multi destination itineraries that include Uganda’s savannah parks as well as classic East African big game destinations such as the Masai Mara and Serengeti. Moreover, many of our recommended itineraries also take in chimp tracking in Kibale Forest for the complete ‘Great Ape’ safari.
Browse our recommended pre-packaged tours and safaris to Bwindi or simply contact one of our African Safari Experts for a tailor-made itinerary.
Bwindi Forest Accomodation
Accommodation in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park ranges from eco-lodges to tented camps. The emphasis is naturally on gorilla trekking but we’ve made sure our recommended Bwindi Forest accommodation delivers the complete rainforest experience.
If you’re looking for a gorilla trek in one of Central Africa’s safest, most accessible and most rewarding rainforests, our selection of Bwindi accommodation is sure to inspire you and will make planning your Uganda safari so much simpler.
