Uganda has once again earned global recognition for its outstanding natural heritage after Bwindi Impenetrable National Park was ranked the third-best adventure destination in the world at the TOURISE Global Tourism Awards held yesterday in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Bwindi came third after Ancash in Peru and the Galápagos Islands in Ecuador, placing Uganda among the world’s top adventure destinations celebrated for their extraordinary landscapes, rich biodiversity, and sustainable tourism practices.
Speaking at the event, Professor James Kalema, Chairman of the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) Board of Trustees, who attended the ceremony in Riyadh, said the recognition affirms Uganda’s position as a global leader in conservation and adventure tourism.
“This accolade is a powerful endorsement of Uganda’s commitment to conservation-led tourism. Bwindi demonstrates how protecting nature can create meaningful adventure experiences while empowering communities and sustaining national development,” he said.
The TOURISE Global Tourism Awards celebrate destinations that excel in innovation, sustainability, and visitor experience, shaping the future of responsible travel.
The annual event brings together policymakers, tourism authorities, and industry leaders from across the globe to honor excellence in tourism models that benefit both people and the planet.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is famed for its mist-covered hills, dense tropical rainforest, and its rare population of mountain gorillas, which account for nearly half of the world’s remaining gorillas.
The park offers one of the most profound adventure experiences globally through gorilla trekking, attracting thousands of high-value visitors each year and generating vital resources for both conservation and community development.
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