The best time to visit Bwindi — and why we quite like the rain

Everyone books June to September. The forest in April is greener, emptier and considerably more beautiful, and permits are available.

The best time to visit Bwindi — and why we quite like the rain

The dry seasons

The wet seasons

The trade-off is real: mud, leeches on the swamp trail, and a genuine chance of a difficult climb back. Bring the gaiters.

Our honest recommendation

Whatever month you pick, evenings are cold and the fire is lit.

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Cottages on the ridge, gorillas five minutes down the road.

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