Tourists Activities and Attractions in Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda
Sandwiched between Kabale and Kisoro towns in the Southwestern part of Uganda, at the border with Rwanda, Lake Bunyonyi is the deepest lake in Uganda and the second deepest in Africa after Lake Tanganyika. Lake Bunyonyi derives its name from the Rukiga word “Bunyonyi” which translates as “the place of many little birds” due to the plethora of weaver colonies and other larger birds that line its shores. Lake Bunyonyi is known to host more than 200 bird species, both water birds and migratory species that come from Europe during the winter season thus is an ideal spot for bird-watching safaris.![activities to do in Lake Bunyonyi](https://jewelsafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/activities-to-do-in-Lake-Bunyonyi.jpg)
Tourists Activities in Lake Bunyonyi
Lake Bunyonyi provides various opportunities for tourism. Travelers can opt for bird watching, canoe ride/boat cruise, swimming, nature walks, or a community visit/tour to the Batwa. Below we briefly describe some of these tourist activities.Bird watching
Known worldwide as the place of many little birds, Lake Bunyonyi is undoubtedly an ideal bird watchers’ destination. With over 200 bird species, avian travelers will tick off quite a good number from their bird checklist. Both small and big species will be seen on tree branches or flying in the sky.![Bird watching in Lake Bunyonyi](https://jewelsafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Bird-watching-in-Lake-Bunyonyi.webp)
Nature walk
The best way to explore and experience Lake Bunyonyi is by taking a nature walk. Nature walks are undertaken at the lake shores. Experience the lake’s cool breeze and sweet melodies of birds singing as you explore the environs of the lake or visit the local Bakiga and Batwa communities.Boat cruise/Canoe ride
There is no better way to explore Lake Bunyonyi’s islands than paddling through its calm waters. Experience the tranquility of the lake and the local culture of the Batwa pygmies and Bakiga by riding on a canoe or motorized boat.![Boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi](https://jewelsafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Boat-cruise-on-Lake-Bunyonyi..jpg)