
Gorilla Trekking & Uganda’s Primate Haven
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, located in southwestern Uganda, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to half of the world’s endangered mountain gorilla population. The park’s rugged terrain features steep ridges and valleys with elevations from 1,160 to 2,607 meters. Beyond gorillas, Bwindi is home to 120 mammal species, 350 bird species (including 23 Albertine Rift endemics), over 200 butterfly species, and a diverse array of plants, supporting the area’s significant role in conservation Trekking through this lush, misty rainforest provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to observe gorillas in their natural habitat, alongside other primates, diverse bird species, and unique flora. The forest’s steep hills and dense vegetation make gorilla trekking both challenging and rewarding.