The Buhoma to Nkuringo walking safari in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is about 14 kilometers (8.7 miles) and usually takes 6 to 7 hours, depending on your pace, fitness level, and stops along the way.

Key Details:

• Route options:

  • Ivy River Trail – the most popular and scenic, with chances to see monkeys, duikers, butterflies, and birds.

  • Kashasha River Trail – shorter but steeper, ideal for hikers who want a challenge.

• Difficulty: Moderate to challenging. The trek involves steep ascents and descents through thick forest and local community areas.

• Experience:

  • Cross rivers and valleys.

  • Encounter rich biodiversity (primates, forest antelopes, and countless bird species).

  • Cultural interaction with locals in surrounding communities.

• Logistics:

  • Guided by Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) rangers.

  • Luggage can be transported by vehicle between Buhoma and Nkuringo so you hike light.

👉 Many travelers combine this hike with gorilla trekking on either side (trekking gorillas in Buhoma, then walking to Nkuringo, or vice versa).