There’s more to Bwindi than gorillas. The best things to do near Bwindi include forest hikes, birding, Batwa experiences, and Lake Bunyonyi.
The Batwa People of Uganda: History, Culture and the Forest They Lost
The Batwa people of Uganda lost their ancestral forest in 1991. Here’s their history, culture, and what responsible cultural tourism looks like today.
Birding in Bwindi: This Forest Belongs on Every Serious Lister’s Map
Birding in Bwindi means 350 species, 14 Albertine Rift endemics, and encounters with the African Green Broadbill that serious listers travel continents to find.
Golden Monkey Trekking in Mgahinga
Golden monkey trekking in Mgahinga offers playful primate encounters, bamboo forest hikes, and affordable permits alongside Uganda’s famous gorilla trekking experience.
How to Combine Gorilla Trekking and Safari in One Uganda Trip
Uganda’s gorilla trekking and safari combo lets you track mountain gorillas in Bwindi and spot lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Uganda Visa Requirements and Health Guide for Travelers
Navigate Uganda visa requirements, mandatory yellow fever vaccinations, and essential health preparations for a seamless mountain gorilla trekking safari in East Africa.
How to Get to Uganda for Gorilla Trekking
How to get to Uganda for gorilla trekking, including flights, entry routes, airport logistics, visas, and whether Kigali works better for Bwindi trips.
Can Gorillas Climb Trees? Common Gorilla Questions Answered
Understanding how mountain gorillas move through the forest reveals surprising truths about their strength and safety when encountered in Uganda.
Why Do Gorillas Beat Their Chests? Gorilla Behaviour Explained
Why do gorillas beat their chests? Understand the sounds, signals, and social meaning behind one of the rainforest’s most misunderstood behaviours.
How Many Mountain Gorillas Are Left? The Conservation Story
How many mountain gorillas are left today? See how conservation, tourism, and regional cooperation helped grow the mountain gorilla population beyond 1,000.










