Buhanga Eco-Park: From Royal Coronations to Natural Splendor.

Buhanga Eco-Park: This fantastic Eco-park lies in Nyakinama – Rwanda‘s northern region, close to Volcanoes National Park. The eco park is one of the popular sites in the heart of Africa. Travellers from all over the world swarm the eco-park to take on exciting trips in the Great Lakes region. The pleasant experiences around it are worth putting in the work.

A brief history of Buhanga Eco-Park.

The enormous area was once a sacred place, primarily utilised for royal coronations. The mighty king Gahinga, an acknowledged figure in the eleventh century and the presumed founder of the Kingdom of Nyanza, lived in the Buhanga Eco-park. Today, the remains of the Kingdom can be found at the palace of the Nyanza King a few kilometres away from the park.

Tourist attractions at Buhanga Eco-Park.

Butterflies. There are plenty of butterflies in this ecological park that soar through the air, giving guests spectacular moments. Visitors frequently hang around to take in the beauty of the calm surroundings decorated with enchanting butterflies.

Rugged pathways. The rough trails of the picturesque Buhanga eco-park were made as a result of broken lava rocks. These offer breathtaking scenery perfect for leisurely gazing at dawn and dusk. Such times spent in the great outdoors are worthwhile.

Unique tree species. A portion of the eco-park’s land is covered with a forest made up of endangered tree species, such as igihondohondo, umusando, and ibiganiro, to name a few. Visitors learn about the medicinal benefits of some of these tree species, particularly the stems, roots, and leaves. When consumed or sprayed on, they can treat hypertension and skin conditions.

Bird species. Due to its proximity to Volcanoes National Park, the eco-park frequently hosts unusual bird species that tourists can watch.

Activities done at the Buhanga eco-park.

Bird watching. The eco-park is frequently visited by birds for instance pin-tailed whydahs, great blue turacos, cinnamons, egrets, piapias, African spoonbill, Doherty’s bush shrike, African paradise flycatcher, yellow-billed oxpecker, African fish eagles, hadada ibis, graver’s broadbill and Black bee-eaters. 

Visitors use binoculars to see these and snap pictures of them to preserve their memories of their trip through the park.

Gorilla Trekking. Mountain gorillas frequently migrate to Buhanga Eco Park due to its proximity to Volcanoes National Park – their original habitat. Visitors thus get the opportunity to track these primates from the Buhanga areas. Professional tour guides accompany the guests on the treks. Furthermore, they share with them the knowledge they require to understand the lives of the gorillas.

Nature walks. They are led by professional tour guides with a thorough understanding of the eco-park. These are dedicated to giving visitors engaging, life-changing experiences. In addition, walking through the park allows guests to experience the sensation of wind flowing through the beautiful vegetation and the thick tropical forests.

Hiking. The park features hills, and hikers who reach the summit certainly enjoy incredible views of the neighbouring volcanoes and the amazing ecosystem. What’s more, hiking through the park’s hilly parts is such an exhilarating trip that helps tourists re-establish a connection with nature.

Visits to Buhanga Eco Park are recommended for tourists whose souls are ignited by ecotourism. Send in an inquiry if you would like to take part in this adventure. On the other hand, reach out to us directly at +256 393 247 137 / +256 742 678 918 Or email us at info@ibuthsafaris.com. Our Tour Consultant will speak with you and create a customised itinerary just for you.