Kisoro Town Travel Guide – Uganda South-Western Region
KISORO TRAVEL GUIDE
Southwestern Uganda region is sprinkled with natural beauty and scenic features, a good number of which are found in Kisoro district.
From the picturesque Lake Mulehe to the island-dotted Lake Mutanda, the view of the Volcanic Mountains - Muhavura, Gahinga, and Sabinyo, the Sagitwe Caldera to the ‘twin lakes’ Chahafi and Kayumbu among others, Kisoro is a gem.
Gorilla trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Kisoro is as worthwhile and the winding roads are a supplement.
Culture enthusiasts will have a good time learning about and interacting with the people who inhabit the Mutanda Island - Abagesera.
LOCATION OF KISORO TOWN, UGANDA
Kisoro is a town located in the South-Western part of Uganda, near the border with Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It’s surrounded by beautiful scenic views of mountains, forests, and lakes. The geographical coordinates of Kisoro are approximately 1°17’06.0"S latitude and 29°41’06.0"E longitude.
This charming town is situated under the peaks of the Mufumbiro Mountains, which are part of the Virunga Mountains and home to rare mountain gorillas. If you’re interested in gorilla tracking, Kisoro is the nearest town to the Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and serves as an access point for travelers heading to Rwanda or the DRC for gorilla treks in the Volcanoes National Park or the Virunga National Park.
POPULATION OF KISORO TOWN, UGANDA
Kisoro District in Uganda has an approximate population of 12,400 people in 2024 as indicated by the Uganda Bureau of Statistics.
SOME HISTORY OF KISORO TOWN, UGANDA
Kisoro, situated in the South-Western part of Uganda, has an intriguing history. Traditionally, it was part of the Kingdom of Rwanda, with the Bafumbira as the indigenous group. However, during the colonial era, British colonizers incorporated this region into Uganda in 1910.
Kisoro remained part of Kigezi District until it was carved out as Kisoro District in 1991. Today, Kisoro is known for its stunning landscapes, including the peaks of the Mufumbiro Mountains, Lake Mutanda, and its proximity to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Rwenzori National Park.