Travelers exploring Uganda on gorilla safaris and volcano hikes from across the world shouldn’t miss out an exclusive lake & islands on lake Bunyonyi that have famed for providing the most relaxing fun on every Uganda trip. Being in the middle of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, this natural leisure ground is conveniently located giving chance to tourists to explore more than just gorilla tracking and volcano hiking.
Uganda has two national parks protecting the mountain gorillas but one can easily connect to this island in about an hour’s drive. This is the perfect place for those adventuring into the national parks in western Uganda and you can cool off at this place after enjoying a safari adventure. Comfort and affordability of lodges on the island and tour activities give travelers a great value for money and adventures they explore the genuine natural beauty of the pearl of Africa.
The lake islands are more interesting than it looks particularly for water sports and history. One of the lodge staff said all the lake islands where used as prison for the youth who used to get pregnant before marriage. Many lodges, hotels and campsites have been built around the island to ease the life of all guests to the island. Selected lodges include Bunyonyi overland resort, Bunyonyi birds nest, Bunyonyi resort and many others offering open and offer ecofriendly rooms, mouth watering meals at all times depending on the guests interest.
Being one of the natural wonders of the world, the place should be one of your Africa travel must visit while on any Uganda safari.Many know Lake Bunyonyi as the second deepest lake in Africa but it’s one the gorilla tracking natural relaxing gem for thousands of gorilla tracking tourists to either Uganda or Rwanda because its waters flow close to the Rwanda border.
Even for those heading to Rwanda for gorilla tracking, you can still connect to Lake Bunyonyi and even visit to other beautiful Uganda attractions; Kibale forest for chimpanzees, Queen Elizabeth National Park and Lake Mburo National park.
Looking at the different shapes of the 29 islands would make you fall in love with nature but the green terraced hill views will give you a million imaginations about the world natural beauty. A day at this lake is outstanding because the sun keeps changing direction as well as the climate. Bathing here is one of the island free activities plus sunbathing but clouds cover up islands and one can fail to identify them in particular if standing in far distance though can be seen after a few hours. The Island is well organized with a lot to engage in like canoe rides,swimming,hiking walks,sunbathing and community excursions.
However, tourists have a chance to negotiate for the canoe ride depending on the time they wish to spend on water as well as the number of islands they wish to visit. Some tourists love chilling around the scenic landscape from the hill top that being part of the above. The world that exist in rural Kabale district has created a living travel history across the globe and tourists can’t put eyes off because of the popular attractions in close vicinity .Visitors of all ages get a fascinating immersion into throught their stay as they explore the green lushs, hills, waters, islands and culture. It’s easy to spend several hours here wandering the beautiful grounds and gardens of hotels, lodges and islands sited close to the lake. Here daily life is controlled by local natural resources and seasons. Travelers can visit the island any time of the year and its awesome for Africa honey moon holidays.
Live African in Lake Bunyonyi area, chat with quick characters as you discover the rich Uganda culture food and drinks that exceed expectations. Spend time with locals and here them out about their best dishes and coffee. The meat is too taste that it falls off the bone, Tilapia is a must taste, matoke (planterns) are the best prepared. Lodges offer extensive menu including veggies but don’t miss to explore the other side of the coin if you a fun of local dishes.
Lake Bunyonyi can be accessed by car either private and public means from any side of East Africa but most convenient if coming from Rwanda, western Uganda and Kampala Uganda’s capital. The easiest way to the island is to make your way through kabale town and form Kampala one can spend seven-eight hours on the road in the bus or private vehicle.However, one needs extra 20-25 minutes from Kabale town to Bunyonyi Island.
Those having private Uganda tours to either Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi forest,its very easy to access lake Bunyonyi and if you happen to track mountain gorillas in either Ruhija or Buhoma sector, its just one hour drive away from the island.if coming from Rwanda look at spending over two hours or two and half on the road to the island.However, the hassle comes in alittle bit because you need to get a Uganda Visa in order to cross the border.While here no need to go back to Kigali to catch up your home flight , you can can proceed to Entebbe airport.