Bwindi: An Impenetrable Forest Offering Great encounters with Wildlife
Bwindi, Uganda, is a national park of 124 square miles of the impenetrable forest. More popular as Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, it is located along the border of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is near other impenetrable forests, including the Virunga National Park. Bwindi boasts a combination of thick forests in lowlands and mountainous regions. Tourists who want to experience nature trips with exciting encounters with the gorillas take advantage of the Savannah Airstrip (KHX) in Kihihi, Uganda.
Best Time to Visit
Bwindi’s temperature gets colder as tourists climb up to the higher areas. When exploring the park, timing the visit during the months with the most pleasant weather, June to August and December to February, promise a more enjoyable experience. Avoid booking your Bwindi Uganda hotel from October to November and March to May, the rainiest months in the area. Expect light rain to occur at any time between November and December.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Attraction. It is home to a huge number of plant and animal species. Reptiles, mammals, and birds of different kinds can be seen here. The most popular tourist attraction of the park is its gorillas. If visiting Bwindi, tourists can stay at the Bwindi Safari Lodge, found less than 3 miles from the city. It offers chalets, studio rooms and other types of accommodation. Another hotel nearby is the Gift of Nature Lodge, located just 2.2 miles from the park. Rooms with wooden furniture, breakfast, and a restaurant are there to enjoy. The Kisoro Tourist Hotel has free wifi, a garden, a restaurant, BBW grills, concierge services, and a bar/lounge.
