Bwindi Impenetrable national park covers an area of about 331 square kilometres with an altitude Range of approximately 1160 metres (Ishasha gorge) and 2607 metres (Rwamunyonyi Peak).It receives an annual Temperature Range of 7-20 degrees Celcius the coldest Period being June-July , Annual Precipitation is 1130 mm - 2390 mm and it experiences the heaviest rains in March-April and September - November other months being generally dry.

Majority of the local people living around the park are Bakiga and Bafumbira, and it constitutesthe densest settlements in Uganda, ( 233 people/ square kilometers )

Bwindi is a home to 326 gorillas, almost a half of the world’s population of mountain gorillas. It has about 120 species of mammals including 7 diurnal primates and about 30 elephants. There are about 360 species of birds and over 200 species of butterflies. This Afro -montane forest has dense under storey of fern, vines, shrubs. About 324 tree species have been recorded here, 10 of which occur no where else in Uganda.

GORILLA SAFARIS: UGANDA SAFARIS

This is a major tourist activity in Bwindi with four gorillas groups are currently available to be visited on daily basis. Gorilla safaris are carried out at Mubare group (10 gorillas; 1 silverback) was opened for tourism in 1993, while Habinyanja group (18 gorillas, 1silver backs) was ready in July 1998; Rushegura group (10gorillas and 1 silverback) was opened for tourism in July 2002 while Nkuringo group (19gorillas, 2silver backs) was opened for tourism in April 2004. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Nevertheless, for updates check with Book atleast 3 months in advance (but not more than one year) to ensure that the requested dates are available.

Six permits per day are sold for each of these groups at UWA Headquarters in Kampala. Gorilla Trekking Uganda in Bwindi can be rigorous, therefore ensure physical fitness. Carry jungle boots and rain jackets because the park is often wet. If you can’t cope up with the jungle sounds .Don’t forget rain gears, sunscreens, insect repellants, a hat given the fact that the weather is un predictable

Your gorilla tracking experience starts at 8:30 am local time and occasionally lasts the whole day!

For Conservation reasons, visits to the gorillas are tightly controlled.

BIRD WATCHING SAFARIS BWINDI

Bwindi is the Bird watchers paradise! It holds 348 species of birds and Contains 90% of all Albertine rift Endemic such as; the Short-tailed Warbler , Rusty-faced woodland Warbler, Bar-tailed Trogon, Gruer's Rush Warbler, Wilcock's Honey-guide, Yellow-eyed black Fly-catcher, Kivu Ground Thrush, Dusky Crimson Wing, White-tailed Blue Monarch among others, difficult or impossible to see in any other part of EastAfrica.

An experienced bird watcher can identify up to 100 species in a day! Visit Ruhija and Buhoma for this dream. Indicate your interest to the guide so that appropriate early morning departures can be arranged.

NATURE WALKS IN BWINDI

For the visitor who has 2 or 3 days in Bwindi the park has 4 fantastic hiking trails. On all these trails, you have opportunities to see and learn about primates, many species of birds, butterflies, trees, and other organisms. Arrange at the reception for a guide. The guide's company is mandatory for it affords you an superior comprehension of nature's system at work in the park.

THE MUNYANGA RIVER TRAIL

Is an ideal short walk for visitors with little time to spare. Here you can see birds and primates of the forest edge. THE POPULAR WATERFALL TRAIL provides an attractive feature of the forest with a profusion of tree ferns, epithetic ferns, orchids and Bwindi's colourful array of butterflies. This trail which leads to 3 delightful crystal clear waterfalls typifies your impression of a tropical rain forest.

THE RUSHURRA TRAIL

Commands expansive views across the western rift valley floor. To the west, Congo's Parc Nationale Des Virungas provides a spectacular backdrop, and on clear das Lake Edward and the Rwenzori Mountain are visible.

THE MUZABAJIRRO TRAIL

Offer breath-taking views of Bwindi Forest. Western Rift Valley and the Virungas. On the way, you witness hundreds of pre-historic tree ferns. The top of this trail is a great place for a picnic lunch.

THE RUIZI RIVER TRAIL

So far the longest in the park will occupy you for a full day. It is highly recommended for bird watchers.

TRAIL IN YOUR CAR

Visitors with their own 4 -wheel drive transport should consider crossing the rugged centre of the park through Ruhija. This transect affords the visitor with Uganda's finest vistas of deep undisturbed forests. Watch out for duikers, primates and both forest and grassland bird species. In Ruhija, visitors can take the three-hour scenery packed hike to the Mubwindi swamp. You may also walk to the Bamboo zone (the only such area in the park).

THE BAMBOO TRAIL

The Bamboo trail offers 14 vegetation types and is one of the areas of highest diversity in the park. At the top of this trail, you witness panoramic views encompassing L. Bunyonyi and Mafuga forest.

CULTURAL PERFORMANCE

In the evenings, participate in captivating traditional performances presented by Women's groups. Proceeds from these go directly to improve the welfare of families around the park.