🏔️ Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Protected mountain forest and gorilla habitat in southwestern Uganda
📌 Fast Facts
- Location: Southwestern Uganda, Kisoro District
- Area: 33.7 square kilometres
- Elevation: 2,227 to 4,127 metres
- Primary species: Mountain gorillas and golden monkeys
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is a protected mountain forest in southwestern Uganda that serves as a critical habitat for endangered mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. Established in 1991, the park forms part of the larger Virunga Mountains ecosystem shared with Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda. As of 2026, the park remains accessible to visitors through regulated gorilla trekking permits, though access is subject to seasonal conditions and conservation protocols. The park's ...