Lake Mutanda – Uganda

Lake Mutanda is one of Uganda’s breathtakingly magnificent small lakes that is situated in the South Western part of the country. It neighbors the scenic Lake Bunyonyi in a region often described as the “Switzerland of Africa”

LOCATION

Located in Kisoro District, 20km north of the town headquarters, Lake Mutanda is a bucketlist place especially for gorilla trekking.

Lake Mutanda is approximately 8 hour drive from Kampala city, via Mbarara – Kisoro route. It rests on the foot hills of the Virunga Massif. While at Lake Mutanda, you have panoramic views of three volcanoes namely; Mt. Muhabura. Mt. Sabinyo and Mt. Gahinga. Sprinkled with at least 15 evergreen islands, the lake is a beauty to behold. In addition, it has crystal clear waters with banks covered in verdant shrubs and trees .

Lake Mutanda derives its name from the biggest island on the lake and is home to the “Abagesera” clan of the locals. They are majorly crop cultivators growing crops like bananas, sugarcane and peas. Locals sail by canoe to a church built on top of the island hill every Sunday for church-service.

ACTIVITIES ALL AROUND

This is a great spot for one to chill out and rest during the journey of adventure after gorilla trekking in Uganda. The epitome of gorilla tourism in Uganda, i.e, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is just south of the lake and Mgahinga National Park is in the west. Here you can encouter the magnificent mountain gorillas that is a one of a kind experience. Like many other places in Uganda, the lake is home to many birds including grey crowned crane and kites. Other animals that can be seen at the lake area include chameleons, lizards, snakes and frogs.

Generally, L. Mutanda offers all year round fishing expeditions, hiking safaris, scenery viewing and mountain biking that can be enjoyed while on a Uganda holiday tour.
More interestingly, take a boat ride on the local dug out canoes to enjoy spectacular views the Pearl of Africa.