Bwindi Forest Impenetrable National Park offers six different hiking trails within the Buhoma sector of Bwindi impenetrable Forest. As tourists hike through these trails through impenetrable forest, they have a chance of spotting different primate species, tree species, beautiful butterflies, and various bird species singing loudly in the air. And as you enjoy your walk through the forest trails, your experienced tour guide may help you understand the natural system within this National Park. Travelers can always request a nature walk or hiking activity. Tourists can explore Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park through the following six different trails: Click here to view our mountain gorilla trekking safaris.

Muyanga Waterfall trail

The Muyanga Waterfall Trail starts from the Buhoma Sector along the River Ivi-Nkuringo Trail, where it will take you to the point where the falls plummet 33 meters. The Muyanga Waterfall Trail leads you to three extremely beautiful waterfalls covered by many tree ferns, epiphytic ferns, and orchids. The Muyanga Waterfalls Trail’s atmosphere is filled with beautiful forest scenery, colorful butterflies, primate species, and bird species singing. Click here to see our recommended mountain gorilla trekking tour.

Rushura Hill walk

Rushura Hill Walk is one of the most famous trails being explored by tourists to discover Bwindi's impenetrable forest. Rushura Hill Walk passes through one forest covering two countries, including Uganda and the DR Congo. As you move along the Rushura Hill Trail, you will have a chance to spot beautiful panoramic views of Lake George, Lake Edward, the Rwenzori Mountains, mostly on a clear day, and the rewarding view of the conical peaks of the Virunga volcanoes.

Muzubijiro Loop Trail

Walking the Muzubijiro Loop Trail covers a distance of 6 kilometers within a hill. The Muzubijiro Loop Trail allows visitors to see various primates, including black and white colobus monkeys, as well as beautiful bird and butterfly species. You will also experience multitudes of prehistoric tree ferns. Visitors should not miss seeing the Virunga chained volcanoes, as well as the hilltop of the Muzubijiro loop trail, which is everyone's favorite spot for a picnic lunch.

Buhoma-Nkuringo Trail

Buhoma-Nkuringopark trail is an interesting trail that takes between 3–4 hours as tourists explore Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. The Buhoma-Nkuringo trail passes through the National Park and later connects with two different villages. The Buhoma-Nkuringo trail offers the most attractions, such as viewing the misty hillsides as you climb the hill towards Nkuringo. Clients should not be bothered about carrying their luggage; they can leave it with the drivers, who can later meet them on the other side. The Buhoma-Nkuringo Trail can also be completed at the Ivi Riverwalk.

The Ivi River Walk

The Ivi-River trail walk is about 14 kilometers long and takes about seven hours. The Ivi-River trail cuts across a famous place known as “Mukempenu” in the local language, which means “a place for pigs." The Ivi River is where many wild pigs are often situated.

The Habinyanja Trail/Ralegh Trail

The Habinyanja trail nature walk may take between 4-6 hours. The Habinyanja trail crosses up to the Munyaga River, and travelers always climb up to the steep slopes of Habigorogoro and Riyovi ridges, where, at the top, they may be able to view the Buhoma River. As you ascend, you will encounter a relaxed, gentle slope up to the famous Hbimanya swamp, where tourists may be able to spot beautiful bird species such as the African black duck, Pel’s fishing owl, and black bee-eaters, among others.

Bwindi Impenetrable is in the southwest of Uganda. It ranges from a lowland forest to a montane forest belt. Proven to have been a refuge for many wild species in the last Ice Age, it is now known for the highest population of mountain gorillas. 

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park’s main activity is mountain gorilla trekking, and it can easily be seen why. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest protects half of all mountain gorillas on the globe today, and the opportunity to get up close to the giant apes offers amazing experiences worthy of a once-in-a-lifetime encounter. 

Nature walks

Nature walks in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park take tourists to the verdant forest, and there are a number of trekking trails to choose from depending on your interests, fitness, and time constraints. 

If you're interested in some good trekking on your trip, Bwindi Impenetrable offers the best trails in the south-west. This park offers over six trekking trails to choose from; each trekking trail takes you to different parts of the forest. En route, you'll adventure a unique part of Bwindi's lesser-visited landmarks, such as the Muyanga waterfall and Habinyanja swamp.

View Butterflies 

For tourists interested in viewing butterflies, Bwindi is a dream. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is the most important place to see montane forest butterflies, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest hosts over 202 butterfly species, including the eight only species found in the national park.

Take a walk-through Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to catch a glimpse of the rare African giant swallowtail, or cream-banded swallowtail.

Bird watching 

Bird lovers can also enjoy a special treat in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The forest offers 348 different species of birds recorded in Bwindi Impenetrable; 23 bird species are unique to this region. Some bird species highlights include the African green broadbill, Shelley’s crimson-wing, and Chapin’s flycatcher. The best nesting season takes place from May to June, when there is an abundance of food for the birds during the months of May to September. Migratory birds come to Bwindi from November to April.

The best time to explore Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is between June and September, and then again between December and February. These are the driest months in Uganda, with the best opportunity to see the sunny skies and clear days perfect for wildlife spotting, although showers should always be expected.