Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
The foliage parts on a winding trail to reveal 200 kilograms of muscle, covered by a thick coat of silver and black hair, sitting amongst the thickets of a vast and unforgiving …
The best time to visit Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is between June and August, and then again in December through to February. These are the driest months, with the best chance of sunny skies and clear days perfect for wildlife viewing, although showers are always possible.
Visiting the Gorillas directly supports population growth.
Adult Gorilla photographed by the habituation team.
Gorilla trekking is hard work, but the rewards are immense.
Visiting the Gorillas involves trekking through thick forests at Bwindi.
The habituated Gorillas are shy and docile, despite their strength.
Arriving at Bwindi on Cessna Caravan light aircraft.
The tropical climate of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park means regular weather patterns are hard to predict, and you should expect some mist and short downpours even during the dry season.
Uganda's proximity to the equator means temperatures are generally mild and constant throughout the year, hovering around 23°C in the day and dropping to roughly 11°C at night. Temperatures tend to be lower at higher altitudes. Rain is consistent, but considerably less intense from June to August and again between December and February.
During the rainy seasons with run from March to May and then again from October to November, the forest trails can be slippery and harder to pass, there are more mosquitoes, and the misty and wet conditions may cloud some of the spectacular views. Conditions for gorilla trekking aren't great during heavy rains - but it is a popular time to go bird watching as the rains bring migratory birds to the park.
The rainy season months are considered quiet months as there are fewer travellers in the country, and so some lodges may be closed, although many remain open and offer off-season discounts. Gorilla permit prices do not change throughout the year, but you are likely to trek in smaller groups in the off-season. Regardless of when you go, gorilla permits must be booked far in advance.
The foliage parts on a winding trail to reveal 200 kilograms of muscle, covered by a thick coat of silver and black hair, sitting amongst the thickets of a vast and unforgiving …
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