Kihihi is a small but promising town in Kanungu District, approximately 22 kilometers, by road to get to the southern sector – Ishasha of the greater Queen Elizabeth National Park. This town is a hub for Fly-in Safaris to Bwindi landing at the famous Kihihi Airport – a 02-kilometer airport owned by a prominently rich businessman called James Musinguzi Garuga.
Kihihi is the only place you will be able to find a bank (there is only one currently available), a gas station for your vehicle’s refills, and a few motels/guesthouses to spend a night.
Typically, Kihihi is the arrival point for domestic flights from Entebbe connecting to Bwindi. Kihihi is approximately 40 km/25miles from the Buhoma region (Northern Bwindi).
Things to see & do in Kihihi Town
There is not much to see or do around Kihihi town except for Golfing which can be done at the centrally located Savannah hotel. For travelers with some cash to splash on adventure & tourism, you may opt to drive 40 km/25miles to get to Bwindi Impenetrable forest national where you can indulge in Gorilla Trekking. However, you ought to have pre-booked and fully paid for your gorilla trekking Permit prior to your visit (We can assist you with booking the accommodation and gorilla permit). Alternatively, from Kihihi town, if you drive 22 km you will get to Ishasha sector – the southern sector of the greater Queen Elizabeth National Park popular with arguably the most amazing sightings of tree climbing lions. In Ishasha, you could also embark on a safari drive with great chances of spotting hyenas, leopards, elephants, topis, kobs, buffaloes, and hippos at the famous Ishasha river.
