Rwanda’s Newest National Park

Gishwati-Mukura National Park, recently upgraded to a UNESCO biosphere reserve, is now open to visitors.

Located in Uganda’s northwest, the park is a global biodiversity hotspot. Among its many wildlife residents are golden monkeys, blue monkeys, chimpanzees and over 130 bird species (15 of them endemic to the Gishwati-Mukura Forest.

Other animals like the side-striped jackal, a variety of bats and small mammals also call the forest their home. A recent biodiversity survey showed the park harbors 492 indigenous plant species and 22 indigenous mammal species.

Adventure Consults is excited to add Gishwati-Mukura to a guided safari portfolio that already includes the Ultimate Rwanda Experience and Gorillas in Rwanda. The new park offers the possibility of more birding experiences, primate walks and nature walks.

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