Tucked into Uganda’s far southwest corner, Mgahinga is the smallest national park in the country yet one of its most beautiful. Its trio of extinct volcanoes forms part of the greater Virunga range shared with Rwanda and the DRC. Mist rises over bamboo forests, and gorillas wander the slopes as golden monkeys leap through branches above.
Mgahinga offers an intimate, off-beat alternative to Bwindi. With fewer visitors and easier hikes, it’s ideal for those who value solitude amid grandeur.
*Fact: The park’s name comes from the local word for ‘pile of volcanic stones’, describing the terrain’s rugged character.*
