Bwindi Impenetrable National Park lies in Southwest 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, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park protects an estimated 459 mountain gorillas – roughly half of the world’s population – including several habituated groups, which can be tracked, providing a rare and incredible opportunity to witness them in their natural habitat.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its incredible biodiversity and exists as a sanctuary for these incredible animals.
Gorilla trekking is available all year-round in Uganda, however the best time to see these magnificent creatures up close is during the dry seasons from June to August and December to February.
Hike through dense jungle, guided by local experts, and spend a magical hour or two with habituated gorilla families, a truly humbling and awe-inspiring but also physically challenging experience for any nature and animal enthusiast.
The Mubare gorilla group was the first to be habituated for tourism in Uganda in April 1993, opening the door to sustainable gorilla trekking experiences in the nation.
Today, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park boasts 25 habituated gorilla groups, with nine available for tourism and one dedicated to research.
