A compact Virunga park where mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, volcanic slopes and Batwa cultural heritage meet near Kisoro.
Mgahinga sits in Uganda’s corner of the Virunga landscape, where forest climbs the slopes of three extinct volcanoes. The park protects mountain gorillas and endangered golden monkeys in a high-altitude setting. Its appeal extends beyond primates. Hiking routes, volcanic scenery and guided cultural experiences connected to Batwa forest heritage give the park a distinct identity from nearby Bwindi. For Syson, Mgahinga works especially well in south-western Uganda itineraries that want a second primate experience, stronger landscape variety or a natural link toward Rwanda.