AltitudeAbout 1,950 m
IslandsMore than two dozen
Getting thereAbout 8 hours by road
Best monthsJun to Aug, Dec to Feb
Why go
- A restful end to a gorilla trip, with hills, water and not much to do but look.
- You can paddle a dugout canoe to island lodges.
- A chance to meet the Batwa and Bakiga communities who live around the lake.
Worth knowing
- The air is cool in the evenings, so pack a jumper.
- The lake has no big wildlife. Come for the landscape, birds and rest.
What you’ll do here
01
Canoe trips
Paddle in a traditional dugout canoe around the islands with a local guide.
02
Island visits
Take a boat to some of the islands, each with a different history and a few places to stay.
03
Community walks
Walk through villages and terraced fields with Batwa and Bakiga guides.
04
Birdwatching
Look for herons, kingfishers and the many small birds that give the lake its name.
Good to combine with
BwindiOften visited just before or after a gorilla trek.
MgahingaA short drive to the volcanoes and golden monkeys.
Lake MburoA comfortable stop on the road from Kampala.
