Looking at trekking mountain gorillas in Buhoma Region (Northern Sector of Bwindi Forest National Park) but are wondering how to get there? In our article titled “What is the Driving time from Queen Elizabeth NP to Buhoma Region?” we will answer all possible questions regarding getting from Queen Elizabeth National park to the Buhoma region.
Buhoma region is one of the four (04) designated gorilla trekking locations in the great Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. The region is very popular for gorilla trekking. matter of fact it’s in Buhoma Region that gorilla tourism started way back in 1993 with the first habituated mountain gorilla group being Mubare Gorilla Group. Buhoma region currently boasts of six (06) habituated mountain gorilla groups the free roam the lush forest. The region is also popular with tourists that are looking to trek gorillas while staying at high-end/luxury safari lodges. There is quite a variety of budget – midrange affordable lodges, including community-operated lodges that give back to the community.
A safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park combines well with the idea of trekking mountain gorillas in Buhoma Region of the great Bwindi impenetrable forest National Park.
What is the Driving time from Queen Elizabeth NP to Buhoma Region?
From Queen Elizabeth National Park, Buhoma Region (Northern Sector of Bwindi) is located about 4 – 5 hours drive from the Mweya Peninsular (inside Queen Elizabeth National Park). This journey is approximately 158km long. If you choose to detour and visit the Ishasha Sector (Southern sector Queen Elizabeth National Park) popular for sightings of tree Climbing Lions, then be sure to even take longer to get to Buhoma. The drive time could even get better/shorter after the completion of the ongoing road works along the Kihihi – Buhoma section. A good/functioning 4×4 vehicle is recommended on this drive as sections from Katunguru – Kihihi still remains unpaved and can get very slippery during the rainy season months of April, May & November. Experience to navigate these routes is needed – we recommend hiring an experienced local tour guide to drive you on your Safari in Uganda.
