Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park: meeting the challenges of conservation and community development through sustainable tourism

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park emerged as a pivotal model for sustainable tourism in Uganda, capitalizing on global interest in tropical forests to revitalize the country's tourism industry. This shift, necessitated by the decline of charismatic wildlife in other safari parks, positioned Bwindi as a unique attraction in East Africa. The study highlights how strategic tourism development can balance conservation goals with community benefits, offering a blueprint for integrating ecological preservation and economic growth in UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

(Ed.). (2012). Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park: meeting the challenges of conservation and community development through sustainable tourism. Sustainable Tourism, 229–238. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780080498362-23