Lake Bunyonyi: Uganda's most relaxing lake

Lake Bunyonyi sits among steep terraced hills in south-west Uganda near Kabale, dotted with 29 islands. After the early starts of a safari, it is the place to slow down.

What to do at Lake Bunyonyi

• Dugout canoe trips between the islands, at your own pace.

• Swimming. The lake is widely considered safe for swimming.

• Island visits and walks through the terraced hillsides and villages.

• Simply rest with a view from your lodge terrace.

How long should you stay?

Two days is ideal: one to explore by canoe, one to do nothing at all.

When to go

Lake Bunyonyi is lovely all year.

Getting there

The lake is about 420 km from Kampala, around 7 to 8 hours by road, and close to Bwindi's southern sectors and the Rwanda border.

Local tip

Plan a rest day here after gorilla trekking. Your legs will thank you.

Lake Bunyonyi is part of our Uganda and Rwanda gorillas trip.