WATERFALLS IN BWINDI NATIONAL PARK?

Hiking or nature walk in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park doesn’t only reward hikers with astonishing sights at variety of primates, birds but a magical view at the scenic waterfalls-the hidden treasures. Waterfalls in Bwindi National Park have not been fully explored and hikers on Uganda safari get a reward of authentic experiences

Discover Bwindi Impenetrable National Park while on hiking or nature walk and explore the magical Muyanga and Bayenda waterfalls. The trails to these waterfalls come with amazing sights at variety of primates, birds and floral species. Bwindi National Park is found in Kisoro, Kabale and Kanungu in southwestern Uganda just at the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This park inhabits several species of mammals including half of all the 1004 mountain gorillas that thrive on earth, chimpanzees, black and white colobus monkeys, olive baboons; over 350 birds including the African broadbill, about 400 plants among others

Muyanga waterfall

Muyanga waterfalls are hidden treasures within Buhoma sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This region is in the northern side of this pristine park and it is not only popular for thrilling gorilla trekking experiences but also rewarding hikes that lead hikers to such magical sites especially the Muyanga waterfalls. Exploring these waterfalls can be best done after gorilla trek

Hikers to Muyanga waterfalls wind through the lush montane rain-forest and bush track with log bridges at river crossings. It is 9kms hike which also comes with astonishing sights along the way including the unique flora and variety of species. The park rangers take hikers on Uganda safari through their hike to this scenic site. Hikes always begin from Buhoma region via River Ivi Nkuringo trail. Muyanga waterfalls consist of 3 levels and come with picturesque view especially, as they plummet 33 meters. A hike to these waterfalls comes with incredible sights at variety of primates, birds and flora.

Bayenda waterfalls

Bayenda waterfalls offer picturesque view to hikers on Uganda safari. These waterfalls are found in Rushaga region of Bwindi National Park and little is known about them. They strategically set between the large trees and rocks thus offering the best scenic view to hikers with a feel of water drops while enjoying the strong roar and the fresh air.

Trekkers on gorilla safari in Rushaga area are at an added advantage as they can also hike to explore these magical waterfalls. This means, you will be in position to trek habituated families in the southern sector of Bwindi National Park; Kutu, Mucunguzi, Nshongi, Mishaya, Busingye, Kahungye, Bweza, Bikingi and Rwingi group. 

Visitors who wish to explore Bayenda waterfalls can spend a night in the nearby gorilla lodges like Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge, Rushaga Gorilla Camp, Nshongi Gorilla Camp and Gorilla Safari Lodge.

Best time to visit Bwindi National Park

Bwindi National Park is open to hikers all year round. However, the dry season is preferably the best to hike to these scenic waterfalls. This season begins from June-September and December-February. It is also fine to visit this park during the wet months of the year. The wet or rainy season in Bwindi National Park is experienced in the months of March, April, May and October, November. During this season, the vegetation is greenish offering you that feel of nature

Getting to Bwindi National Park

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is accessible by road, 8-9 hours’ drive and from Kigali, it is 4 hours’ drive. Visitors who start their journey from Kigali will cross Katuna or Chanika border. If you wish to save time, then fly from Entebbe International Airport or Kajjansi airfield to Kayonza airfield.