Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Uganda
Fun facts
- Home to half of the world's mountain gorillas
- Over 350 bird species, 23 endemic to the region
- Ancient rainforest over 25,000 years old
- Gorilla permits cost $700 but fund conservation
Is this right for you?
Crowd LevelLow
Budget Range$800-$2500/day
Conservation10/10
Safety8/10
Best Months to Visit
JuneJulyAugustSeptemberDecemberJanuaryFebruary
Honest trade-offs
- Expensive gorilla permits
- Physically demanding treks
- Remote location requires time to reach
- Weather can be unpredictable
How to get there
From EntebbeFlight
Duration: 1.5 hours
Fly to Kihihi or Kisoro airstrips
From KampalaRoad
Duration: 8-10 hours
Long but scenic drive through highlands
Location
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