The Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Tourism Board, Juliana Kagwa, has described gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park as more than an adventure calling it a transformative experience that blends conservation, community impact and investment opportunity.Kagwa made the remarks after leading members of the Westminster Africa Business Group on a weekend trek through the dense rainforest, home to Uganda’s iconic mountain gorillas.“This weekend, I had the privilege of trekking through Bwindi with members of the Westminster Africa Business Group,” she said. “When you conquer the terrain of Bwindi and finally stand face to face with the mountain gorillas, you realize this is far more than tourism. It is a complete 360-degree experience.”Kagwa enjoying the experience, Gorilla trekking permits in According to Kagwa, the two-day excursion was structured to highlight Uganda’s integrated tourism model, where environmental protection, local livelihoods and responsible investment reinforce one another.“The Bwindi rainforest tells a powerful story,” she noted. “Protecting nature creates jobs. Supporting communities strengthens conservation. Responsible investment makes the entire system sustainable.”The Westminster Africa Business Group comprises UK-based investors, entrepreneurs and philanthropists exploring long-term partnerships across Africa. Kagwa said their visit signals growing international confidence in Uganda’s conservation-led tourism strategy.She pointed to emerging opportunities in eco-lodge development, conservation financing, community tourism enterprises and sustainable infrastructure.The delegation was hosted at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, where guests experienced high-end eco-hospitality designed to complement conservation efforts and community development initiatives.“Tourism is not just about visitors,” she emphasized. “It is also about building businesses, attracting investment and driving inclusive economic transformation.”Kagwa added that when global business leaders physically experience gorilla trekking and interact with surrounding communities, the conversation shifts from theory to practical opportunity.“As we promote Uganda to the world, we must ensure our systems are investment-ready. We welcome partners who see both the beauty of our country and the business case behind it.” She said adding that the visit reinforced Uganda’s positioning as a destination where conquering the challenge of gorilla trekking in Bwindi opens the door not only to breathtaking wildlife encounters, but also to sustainable investment opportunities rooted in conservation and community empowerment.Gorrilla Trekking rate in Uganda costs USD 800 for foreign non-residents (as of July 2024–June 2026), making it a mid-range, budget-friendly alternative compared to Rwanda’s $1,500 rate. It is more expensive than the Democratic Republic of Congo ($450–$800) but provides better security and more habituated families than its regional counterparts. The post Conquering Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi: UTB CEO Showcases Uganda’s 360° Tourism Experience to UK Investors appeared first on The Insider.