What to see and do on Lake Mutanda-Kisoro-Uganda after gorilla trekking is truely more than enough! Yes.
Lake Mutanda is simply one of the most scenic Lakes though the smallest in all of Africa – simply amazing, stunning.
Visitors that add it to their travel bucket list, find a magical, scenic paradise that is beyond any imagination.
Lake Mutanda is studded with emerald isles, the kisoro area- Virunga Volcanoes around it, gentle breezes, cool, yet sunny climate, with abundant activities.
Whether you are right on the lake in a lodge such as Mutanda Lake Resort or higher up at Chameleon Hill Lodge.
The beauty of what is before you will have a most positive effect upon you.
Lake Mutanda is a fabulous lake to explore with a canoe and visit some of the islands–go birding.
You can swim here – simply enjoy the lake whether on top of it in a boat, or swimming in it.
You can always fish at Lake Mutanda especially if you are staying forexample at Chameleon hill
What to know about Lake Mutanda!
It is nestled in the foothills of the Virunga Mountain Range, at an altitude of 1,800 metres (5,900 ft).
This lake with several islands(15), is drained by the Rutshuru River, which flows northward to Lake Edward.
The environment on the islands within the lake and the surrounding countryside includes lakeside forests and wetland habitats that provide a haven for the endangered mountain gorilla.
In addition to the mountain gorilla and golden monkey in the nearby Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, and bwindi impenetrable national park,
The lakeside environment accommodates a variety of animal and plant species, unique to this area.
Not excluding weaver bird nests that are a common site among the reeds along the lake shore.
In addition to the abundant and varied avian species, the lake shore supports several species of snake, chameleon, monitor lizard and frog species.
There is a varied and abundant supply of insect life as well.
What makes Lake Mutanda Special?
The blue sky dotted with white clouds, scattered Island of Lake Mutanda and greenery over the hills in unison offer one of the most astonishing views on the planet.
A traditional dug-out canoe and motorized canoe ride offer an exploratory platform of this amazing but unsung lake.
A visit to the Python island may sound scary but it is such a rewarding experience of being engulfed in an absolutely natural ambiance on unspoiled island.
The python itself is hardly seen but it is worth visiting because, birds nest on the trees and other wildlife species that nature makes available.
History of man is a history of intrigue, brutality and betrayal; a visit to the Prison Island takes one back to the olden days of the Bafumbira people.
At the Prison Island, the earth speaks of inhumane practices where the aged, criminals, society outcasts and girls who conceived out of wedlock were thrown to die in a horrible manner.
A simple hike to a cave unleashes the dreadful scene of the remains of the victims.
This activity is not for the fainthearted.
The indigenous Bafumbira people occupy the main island called Mutanda.
Hiking around Lake Mutanda in Kisoro after golden or mountain gorilla trekking?
Hiking around and to Lake Mutanda – with Wild Memories is one of the most fabulous hikes.
Forexample on a two days Uganda hike, the first day can be from Buhoma to Nkuringo and then on the second day down to Lake Mutanda.
And actually concluding with a canoe trip across the lake before the 2-days hike is ends.
There are many hikes and nature trails that are enjoyable and in fact you can leave without exploring them all.
Just get in touch with wild memories to give you the best activities to do in this magnificent area.
Mountain Biking around Lake Mutanda and Kisoro Uganda even from rwanda or Entebe?
Bike rides can be quite challenging.
We can bring along mountain bikes for you that you can use while at Mutanda or rent them in Kisoro.
Batwa People – the original Forest owners along with mountain gorillas in Bwindi impenetrable and Mgahinga National park- Uganda.
You can do an interactive forest walk with them in two places near to Lake Mutanda – the Buniga Forest and on the Batwa Forest Walk in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
After your gorilla trekking or even golden monkey trekking ,you can do a boat ride or a hike.
What to see and do on Lake Mutanda-Kisoro-Uganda after gorilla trekking is simply unlimited.
