World Tourism Day 2021: A delightful trip to Kabale

TOURISM

As Uganda today joins the rest of the world to celebrate World Tourism Day 2021, let us take you down Uganda's west side, around the winding roads and up the lush hills of Kabale district, in celebration of the Pearl of Africa's beauty. Julius Luwemba provides a pictorial sneak peek down that road:

Kabale district lies some 400km from Uganda's capital Kampala, and is situated in Kigezi sub-region. This area of south-western Uganda has a reputation of being a very cold place. But it is even more notable for its refreshingly lush, terraced hills adorned with beautiful flora and fauna.

Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda's deepest water body, lies between Kabale and Kisoro, another district in Kigezi sub-region. Considered to be the second-deepest lake in Africa after Tanzania's Lake Tanganyika, Lake Bunyonyi is a stunning narrow stretch of water splashed with 29 islands overlooked by volcanoes.

With islands such Akampene, Bushara, Buchuranuka, Bwama and Njuyera, Kabale reveals a variety of assorted bird species from which the waterbody derives its name. The place is underlined by various hikes and nature walks, not forgetting boat cruises and zip-lining.

It gets mostly curvy when you are on the road in Kabale

There is an abundance of fauna in Kabale

A boat ride can get you from point A to point B

Just like these patrons, who have a penchant for adventure

If you are into thrilling activities, such as zip-lining, Kabale is a good choice for you

And there is no short of accommodation for visitors

The beauty of the Pearl of Africa