ブニョニ湖周辺のアトラクション＆必見スポット - トップ5

A boat trip across the lake is captivating, with its many small islands. Wildlife sightings aren't particularly promising, but the landscape is very impressive. There are beautiful hikes along the lake, including visits to local communities and social school projects.

What a wonderful way to get to school each day! Jump in a canoe 🛶 As Kakooko is on a peninsula, getting to the nearest primary school is the easiest way by boat. Luckily there is a canoe-paddler from school who picks up various children from the different peninsulas.

Kakooko is a peninsula on Lake Bunyonyi. Lake Bunyonyi lies in the south west of Uganda and below the hills of Kigezi. It is believed to be the second deepest lake in Africa. Once being only a river, the inflow and outflow of the river were blocked by lava from one of the erupting volcanoes. The surroundings of Lake Bunyonyi are absolutely beautiful and many activities are offered around the lake. You can hike, cycle, canoe and bird-watch to name only a few. There is a market in Rutinda village twice a week. As Kabale town, the largest town in the vicinity of Lake Bunyonyi, lies at 1600m, the air is always cooler than other parts of the country. Kakooko itself, is a little village with only a few houses and a beautiful church. The views from the top of the hill behind the church are breathtaking.

When in Rome - do as the Romans do! When in Uganda - do as the Ugandans do and that is drink their locally made beer - Enturire. This is made from Sorghum and honey is added. The first 2 days it is quite sweet then it ferments and becomes alcoholic! If you are ever in a bar in Uganda, the easiest way to make friends is buy a round of Enturire - or as they do - a Jerry can!

At Lake Bunyonyi there is a market day twice a week. The small village of Rutinda is where the market is held as it is directly at the water’s edge, making the transport of goods to and from the islands much easier. Fresh fruit, vegetables and fish are plentiful as livestock.

Kyahugye Island was once bought by the late govener of the bank of Uganda. He bought and brought wildlife to the island, which now has zebras, impalas, Ugandan Kob and donkeys. There is a beautiful hiking trail which can be guided at the price of UXG 5,000 per person. The island is only per boat reachable - either per motorboat or canoe.