Mukura Forest Reserve, Protected forest reserve in western Rwanda
Mukura Forest Reserve spans 16,000 hectares within the Albertine Rift region, featuring diverse flora and fauna at 2,600 meters above sea level.
Established in 1951 with an initial area of 30,000 hectares, the reserve has experienced substantial reduction due to population pressures and economic challenges.
Local communities near Mukura Forest Reserve maintain traditional connections to the forest through specific conservation methods passed down through generations.
Visitors can access the reserve through guided tours, which include opportunities to observe 163 bird species and explore the natural environment.
The forest maintains a constant temperature of 15 degrees Celsius throughout the year and receives 1,500 millimeters of annual rainfall.
GPS coordinates: -1.97909,29.50762
Latest update: March 7, 2025 20:19
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