Bwindi tourist activities cover some of the amazing tourist activities that can be done in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. It’s no secret that Bwindi is home to almost half the world’s surviving population of mountain gorillas. The park was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in1994 because it shelters one of the country’s oldest and most biodiverse rainforests believed to be dating to more than 25,000 years.
Bwindi shelters more than 400 flora, and 120 mammals. These mammals include; mountain gorillas, olive baboons, chimpanzees, elephants, bushbucks, leopards, and duikers among others. As far as avian diversity is concerned, the park is a haven for over 350 bird species. These include more than 23 species of birds that are endemic to the Albertine Rift Valley.
So, among other Bwindi tourist activities include the following:-
Mountain Gorilla Trekking.
Mountain gorilla trekking is a life-changing activity in Bwindi for African travelers’ bucket list and every primate lover’s dream to come true. The gorilla trekking is one of the few unforgettable experiences in Bwindi. The start of the trek is usually easier but becomes difficult as you progress. It is then eased by the different attractions you encounter along the way. These include birds, trees, butterflies, and sometimes other animals especially buffaloes, golden monkeys, and elephants.
Community and Nature walk.
Community and nature walks are another Bwindi tourist activities where guests come closer to people surrounding the park and nature respectively. The community involves walking in the village and interacting with the local people surrounding the park. This helps you know much about their daily life, how they live, and what they do in their daily activities as a way of earning a living.
Cultural dance and Drama.
Cultural dance and drama is an interesting activity done around Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. It gives you a chance of knowing the cultural briefs, ways of life and behaviors of the surrounding communities. There are two famous ethnical groups that live around the park, these are the Bakiga and Batwa people.
Batwa culture visit.
Enjoy the Batwa culture experience in the native community of the Batwa people who once shared the forest with the great apes – the mountain gorillas. These were not used to the modern environment, so, visiting the Batwa community is an extraordinary experience in the village.
The Batwa people will showcase their ancient forest life. This is through their songs, dance, and demonstrations of how they used to harvest wild honey and herbs for medicine. The old ways of fetching water and construction demo of grass thatched huts they used to live in are all part of this amazing experience.