Things to do in  Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Tucked away in the highlands of southern Uganda, this freshwater lake is one of the region’s hidden gems. The crystal-clear waters are surrounded by the volcanic peaks of the Virunga Mountain Range, home to critically endangered mountain gorillas. There are 15 islands on the lake, but only Mutanda Island is inhabited—the rest are a haven for birdlife, from kingfishers and ibis to cormorants and pelicans.