Lake Bunyonyi : Uganda is simply the home to excellent safari ventures and if anyone is in for excellent ventures they have to go through Uganda’s different points of attractions this is the only way one will be able to learn and understand the beauty of Uganda at large.
Uganda is blessed with different kinds of attractions that turn it into marvel at visit some of these include mountains, lakes and rivers, forests, plateaus diverse wildlife all these make Uganda truly a pearl.
One of the mostly visited destinations in Uganda is none other than the Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Bunyonyi a fresh water vessel supposed to be the second deepest lake in Africa after Lake Tanganyika
Lake Bunyonyi is geographically situated in the south western part of Uganda in kabale district close to Rwanda boarder along kabale -Kisoro road, which come into existence as a result of magma that flew from the erupted mount Virunga obstructive the water flowing from river ndego and hence creating a dam which later on became a lake which is presently known as lake bunyonyi.
The beauty of Lake Bunyonyi is unexplainable, the stunning lake is surrounded by birds that sing praises to the creator day and night hence creating a beautiful sound of relief around the lake.
Lake Bunyonyi is also designed with eye catching vegetation cover around filled with ever green blush, hills filled with terraces and beautiful islands that honestly make the lake extremely thrilling to sight.
Lake Bunyonyi has the supreme good-looking scenic view for the nature lovers, honey moon visitors and all other audacious visitors due to the cool breath throughout the year.
Lake Bunyonyi has got lots of safari activities that can be done alone its shores despite of the facts that it’s mostly known for birding activities around it but it also provides excellent safari activities for any kind of Uganda safari.
In this article here are some of the safari activities that can be carried out along Lake Bunyonyi of Uganda for a great an unforgettable experience on your Uganda safari.
Thrilling activities along Lake Bunyonyi.
Swimming: once one mentions lakes or rivers the very first thing that gets into a person’s mindset is swimming and yes the waters of lake bunyonyi are safe fresh waters hence ok for swimming in free from any water-borne diseases and has no dangerous mammals like crocodiles and Hippos.
Fishing: being amongst the fresh water lakes in Uganda, Lake Bunyonyi has lots of fresh water fish and hence it is ok for fishing activities with several types of fish in it such as Cray fish which is the most delicious type of fish and this activity also gives chance to interact with the locals and get to understand the culture of the people around.
Cultural encounters: while on cultural movements along lake bunyonyi het the chance to get an encounter with the Batwa people who are the ancient and the first people in Uganda to live in the forest the Batwa people used to live in Echuya Forest but presently reside along lake bunyonyi.
Birding: Lake Bunyonyi and the surrounded by vegetation filled with swamps, forest, islands all act as the breeding places for several bird species hence becoming home to over 200 bird species and this makes the destination one of the best birding spots in Uganda and this the other reason as to why it is called lake bunyonyi which means lake “birds” birds like the Levillant Cuckoo, Egrets, black Heron, grey crowned crane, African Harrier Hawk, wood pecker, Sunbirds, golden black weaver birds, wood peckers, raptors are more likely to be sighted

Nature walks: trails along Lake Bunyonyi offer best hiking experiences as you trail into the thick bamboo forests while you sight the best kind of wildlife you can ever experience such as monkeys, mammals, birds, and beautiful butterflies all these make the nature walk so breathe taking.
Mountain biking: mountain biking activities on the shores of Lake Bunyonyi are so fascinating and they give excellent views of the waters as you ride along the mountainous trails in the nearby villages as you get top met the local communities in their farms, sighting different mammals, birds and many more.
All these activity are waiting on you to try out as you explore the beauty of Lake Bunyonyi in the pearl of Africa at large.