Uganda Western Uganda
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Mountain gorilla sanctuary
The place
About Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to nearly half the world's mountain gorillas. Trek deep into ancient rainforest the trails are cut fresh each morning depending on where the family moved overnight, so trek lengths vary from 30 minutes to 6 hours. Book permits 6–9 months ahead for peak season.
What makes it special
Highlights
- Gorilla trekking
- UNESCO site
- Batwa culture
- Birding
- Community walks
What you'll see
Signature species
Mountain gorillaChimpanzeeL'Hoest's monkeyAfrican green broadbill
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