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Bwindi ImpenetrableNational Park

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is the world's premier mountain gorilla destination, home to roughly half of all remaining mountain gorillas. Trekking through its ancient, mist-shrouded…

Best Time to VisitJune to September and December to February (drier months); gorilla trekking year-round

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Last updated: August 4, 2026

Overview

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is the world's premier mountain gorilla destination, home to roughly half of all remaining mountain gorillas. Trekking through its ancient, mist-shrouded montane rainforest to sit with a gorilla family is one of the most profound wildlife experiences on Earth.

Spanning 331 square kilometres of dense, undulating montane and lowland forest, Bwindi supports 12 habituated gorilla groups available for trekking and 1 for research habituation. The forest also harbors 120 mammal species, 350 bird species, and 220 butterfly species — making it one of Africa's most biodiverse areas.

Park Highlights

01Home to roughly 50% of the world's mountain gorillas

0212 habituated gorilla families available for trekking

03One of Africa's oldest and most biodiverse forests

04Batwa pygmy cultural experience

05350+ bird species including 23 Albertine Rift endemics

06Gorilla habituation — 4 hours with a gorilla family being habituated

Best Time to Visit

June to September and December to February (drier months); gorilla trekking year-round

Climate

Cool and wet montane forest, 7-20°C, rain possible year-round

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