Tourism Pontentials in Kamwenge

 

Profiling information

1.Hotels-in Bigodi near Kibale National Park

 

  • These hotels are in close proximity to Kibale National Park
  • The weather is quite cool and attractive
  • Presence of nice hotels that can provide  accommodation which meets international standards
  • Presence of Electricity in the area
  • Presence of a good road network

 

2.The beautiful Kabuga  and Kinyamugara hills

 

  • Potential area for mountain climbing
  • Potential area for taming wildlife animals
  • Provide a beautiful scenery

 

3.Cultural sites in Bigodi

 

  • Presence of a good road network
  • There is a waterfalls, singing birds and  trees
  • This is where the Omukama used to get water for drinking
  • Presence of Electricity at the site

 

4.Iziba Lyomukama

 

  • This is where Ngorogoza sat with Omukama to discuss settlement of Bakinga in Tooro kingdom
  • Located on a rocky hill overlooking other beautiful undulating hills such as Mushaija Mukulu and Kabuga
  • Commands a very beautiful view of Kamwenge town and its environs
  • Presence of the historical site

 

 

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Wetlands such as Nyakahama, Bigodi, Rwambu, Mahane, with diverse birds and butterfly species especially in Bigodi areas

 

  • Already KAFRED is promoting eco-tourism in the swamps of Bigodi
  • The district is therefore in good position to partner up with KAFRED
  • These are potential areas for bird watching
  • Additionally, these areas provide potential for harvesting hand craft materials
  • Presence of different butterfly species
  • The short distance from Fort portal to Bigodi provides more advantage for tourism to thrive in Kamwenge
  • Just 40 minutes is enough for a tour van to reach Bigodi

 

 

 

 


 

 

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