Bwindi Park Ranks Third Best Adventure Destination Globally

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA — Uganda has achieved a major tourism milestone as Bwindi Impenetrable National Park secured third place for best adventure destination in the world at the prestigious TOURISE Global Tourism Awards held in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The recognition places the UNESCO World Heritage Site among the world’s elite adventure tourism destinations, highlighting Uganda’s growing prominence on the international travel stage.

A Sanctuary for Mountain Gorillas

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, located in southwestern Uganda, is renowned for being home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorilla population. The park’s ancient rainforest, which dates back over 25,000 years, spans approximately 331 square kilometers of mountainous terrain covered in dense vegetation.

The award acknowledges the park’s unique offering of gorilla trekking experiences, where visitors can encounter these endangered primates in their natural habitat — an adventure consistently ranked among the most extraordinary wildlife experiences on Earth.

Beyond Gorilla Trekking

While mountain gorillas remain the main attraction, Bwindi offers adventurers much more. The park boasts:

• Over 350 bird species, making it a premier birdwatching destination
• 120 mammal species including forest elephants, duikers, and bushbucks
• Challenging hiking trails through impenetrable forest terrain
• Rich cultural experiences with the indigenous Batwa pygmy communities
• Stunning biodiversity with more than 200 butterfly species and 163 tree species

Boosting Uganda’s Tourism Profile

This international recognition comes at a crucial time for Uganda’s tourism sector, which continues to recover and expand following global challenges. The award is expected to attract increased international attention to Uganda as an adventure tourism destination.

Tourism officials have expressed optimism that this accolade will boost visitor numbers and contribute significantly to conservation efforts and local community development around the park.

TOURISE Global Tourism Awards

The TOURISE Global Tourism Awards recognize excellence in the global tourism industry, celebrating destinations, hotels, and tourism experiences that demonstrate outstanding quality and innovation. Being held in Riyadh underscores the growing importance of Middle Eastern engagement in global tourism development.

Bwindi’s third-place finish represents not only a victory for Ugandan tourism but also a testament to the country’s commitment to conservation and sustainable tourism practices that protect one of the world’s most precious ecosystems while providing transformative experiences for visitors from around the globe.

For travelers seeking authentic adventure combined with wildlife conservation, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park’s global recognition serves as a powerful endorsement of its unmatched natural treasures.

Book a Gorilla trekking adventure now

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