Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in southwestern Uganda, renowned for hosting approximately 459 mountain gorillas—nearly half of the world's remaining population...
About Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in southwestern Uganda, renowned for hosting approximately 459 mountain gorillas—nearly half of the world's remaining population. This 331 sq km ancient rainforest is divided into four main trekking sectors: Buhoma (north), Ruhija (east), Rushaga, and Nkuringo (south). Gorilla trekking is the park's primary attraction. As of April 2026, a standard permit allows for one hour of observation. Permits must be booked months in advance through the Uganda Wildlife Authority or registered tour operators.
Activities & Experiences
Gorilla Trekking
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Photography
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Batwa Cultural Encounter
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Bird Watching
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Forest walks
Experience Forest walks in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with our expert guides and top-quality equipment.
Wildlife
Mountain Gorillas
Spot Mountain Gorillas in their natural habitat at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Chimpanzees
Spot Chimpanzees in their natural habitat at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
L'Hoest's, black-and-white colobus, blue, and red-tailed monkey
Spot L'Hoest's, black-and-white colobus, blue, and red-tailed monkey in their natural habitat at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
pottos, Demidoff's galagos, and spectacled galagos.
Spot pottos, Demidoff's galagos, and spectacled galagos. in their natural habitat at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Forest Elephants
Spot Forest Elephants in their natural habitat at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
African golden cats, side-striped jackals, African civets, and genets
Spot African golden cats, side-striped jackals, African civets, and genets in their natural habitat at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
giant forest hogs, bushpigs, bushbucks, and several species of forest duikers
Spot giant forest hogs, bushpigs, bushbucks, and several species of forest duikers in their natural habitat at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
sitatunga antelope
Spot sitatunga antelope in their natural habitat at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
African green broadbill, Shelley's crimsonwing, and the Grauer's rush warbler
Spot African green broadbill, Shelley's crimsonwing, and the Grauer's rush warbler in their natural habitat at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
African giant swallowtail and cream-banded swallowtail
Spot African giant swallowtail and cream-banded swallowtail in their natural habitat at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Rwenzori three-horned chameleon, Jameson's mamba, and various reed frogs
Spot Rwenzori three-horned chameleon, Jameson's mamba, and various reed frogs in their natural habitat at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Highlights
The World’s Largest Mountain Gorilla Population
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Exceptional Biodiversity & UNESCO Status
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Cultural Heritage of the Batwa
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Breathtaking Topography & Rivers
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Gallery
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Best Time to Visit
Dry Season (June - October)
- Excellent wildlife viewing
- Comfortable temperatures
- Less rainfall
Wet Season (November - May)
- Lush landscapes
- Bird watching peak
- Fewer crowds
Quick Facts
Country
Uganda
Activities Available
5 Activities
Best Time to Visit
Year-round