Forests are areas where a carousel of diversity meets the thrill of pleasure. Whether they differ in their composition or not, they are always worth our time! Just a 45 minute drive along the Kampala-Jinja highway would get you to one of the very best; the grand Mabira forest Uganda. Located within the central region of Uganda and covering up a total land mass of 300sqkm, this forest is yet another area of significance and uniqueness. The forest is currently the second largest naturally existing forest in Uganda, spanning through districts of Mukono, Buikwe and Jinja.
Mabira forest has for long been known over the past decades for its abundance in the prominent East African Mahogany tree species; a hard wood tree species. Because of its unique biodiversity and ecosystem landscapes, it happens to be one of the leading forest tourist destinations with a great deal of fun activities therein. Just as the usually known forest National Parks (Bwindi Impenetrable, Mgahinga Gorilla Park and Kibale forest), this forest would also provide a similar experience as would have been experienced within the forest parks. With an infinite number of green leaves and plant species, the botany at display is just perfect in every sense of the word.
Mabira forest in Uganda is a true definition of a bio-diversity hotspot; this has been attributed to the composition of natural life forms it handles ranging from plants to animals and many more. Recorded here are more than 315 bird species, 200 species of indigenous trees and 40 mammal species of which 9 of these mammals are primates. Some of these species are bush-pigs, blue-duikers, red tailed monkeys, Mangabey, The 300kmsq stretch presents a land mass covered densely by a thick green blanket of high standing evergreen vegetation. Most trees herein are high standing; with growth times of hundreds and thousands of centuries. High canopies is evident in a number of the trees at the different section. This thick blanket creates an undergrowth beneath with a network of mini-streams, shrubs numerous herbaceous plants.
Activities to engage in during the Mabira forest Uganda experience.
In Uganda, Mangabey tracking is a rare activity. However, this forest provides one with an ultimate Mangabey experience since they thrive here in large numbers.
Birding activities are so suitable here. Birding can be conducted at any time of the day with greater success of having bird sightings. In this case, the cool environment below the forest blanket keeps the birds within and below the canopies. Similarly, the great height soft h trees with high standing canopies in some sections of the forest would promote vision of the low-level flight birds. A bird watcher would love such an experience at his or her time of convenience during the day. This is part of what makes the Mabira forest Uganda experience phenomenal.
Love for nature would entice a number of visitors to engage in nature walks. There are a number of trails within the forest designated for nature walks. These trails are of various lengths. Nature walk sessions mostly last two hours but additional time frames may be added depending on the visitors’ interests. When moving for a nature walk, one is expected to carry along a back pack containing simple snacks or packed food. To be consumed along the walk of nature. Heavy clothing is also recommended since the forest floor tends to be cool most times of the year and to cater for abrupt changes in climatic conditions. Guided nature walks can be taken here through woodland and savanna terrain.
Team building activities.
Biking activities are also provided herein. Trails have been set up to make the biking experience within the forest a fun-filled moment. These involve ascending hills and descending valleys. Hiking activities along the hilly terrain could also be awesome. One going for biking is expected to carry either a soft drink or water. Meanwhile for hikers, packed food is recommended.
Forest-canopy Zip-lining activities are also a memorable event. A number of zip lines have been set up and more are to be set up to make the experience more interesting. Zip lines of a minimum of 100 meters. It is a very safe and secure activity since strong material have been used to set them up and constant regular maintenance is done.
Camping. A number of visitors would always want to have the extreme natural and wild setup of adventure. They would thus opt for camping. Camping is accepted within specific designated sections of the forest. The management of the forest avails a group with guides and rangers to protect and guide them throughout their experience. Camping sessions may vary from minimum of a day stretching to probably over a week as requested by a visitor. In this case, campers are expected to move along with food stuff, camping tents, sleeping bags or whatever is required for a temporary exploration. Alternatively, you can try Mabira forest lodge Uganda.
Griffin falls experience
Griffin falls in Mabira is a must visit site for tourists that compliments the Mabira forest Uganda experience. Most visitors to this park often make it an endeavor to get to this point. It is a fascinating scene and as well breathtaking: the peaceful falls. Camping is permitted around this falls at the Griffin falls camp. It would be a nice and experience watching the water raft calmly downstream. A 30 minute walk through pristine rain forest would get one through to Griffin falls. The falls are surrounded by rocky formations and adds their spectacle to the already existing diversity.
Cultural visits on your Mabira forest Uganda tour.
There is so much to learn from the Basoga who are immediate neighbors to the forest. Elders within these communities have a lot to tell about the history of the forest, any religious or cultural affiliations to the forest can as well be elaborated on by them. These communities around the forest have also benefited from these forests. These may be cultural or economic. At the outskirts of the forest are sugarcane growers who supply them to the sugar Factory in Lugazi. Local botanists from the communities have vast knowledge about these plant species and their importance. These plants extracted have been used in a number of ways; majorly food and herbs. This information would be relevant for explorative botanists.
One key aspect of cultural tourism is cultural dances. Among the Banyoro, Runyege is a prominent cultural dance performed by community members; worth nice watching and visitors have several times been forced to learn the dancing styles from these communities out of self-initiative. Community members also engage in local cultural and traditional crafts. Most of these items used in the local craft industry are derived from the forest habitats (clay, wood, timber, herbaceous plants). It would be an awesome experience learning the innovativeness and craftsmanship of these local people. A visit to Mabira Forest Uganda can be wound with a visit to the source of the world’s longest river, the Nile, at the end of which telling stories becomes the stuff of the legends.
Accommodation in the area involves spending a night at lodges like the Mabira forest lodge Uganda and Mabira forest cottages.
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