About this Experience

This one-day immersion in the Twin Lakes Village of Bunyaruguru after or before a day in the wilds of Queen Elizabeth National Park is a masterclass in regenerative travel. Perched on the edge of the Albertine Rift, this eco-friendly retreat serves as a living bridge between the wild savannas of Queen Elizabeth National Park and the vibrant agricultural heritage of the Banyaruguru people. The Experience: Where the Rift Meets the Roots To visit the Twin Lakes Village is to step into a landscape defined by dramatic contrasts—the mirror-still waters of the twin craters (Lakes Kyasanduka and Murambi) against the rugged backdrop of the Rwenzori Mountains. Here, the air is scented with woodsmoke and ripening coffee. Unlike a traditional safari, where the community is often a blur outside a vehicle window, this experience places the "People" at the very center of the narrative. It is a day of slow travel, where the rush of the game drive gives way to the rhythmic pulse of village life, and the "wild" is experienced through the eyes of those who have coexisted with it for centuries. The Pearl Accord: A Legacy of Equity This journey is underpinned by the 70/20 Pearl Accord, transforming your presence into a catalyst for regional stability. • 70% Direct Empowerment: By choosing this village-managed experience over a corporate lodge, 70% of your expenditure flows directly into the pockets of the local chefs preparing your meals, the guides leading your trek, and the families hosting your cultural encounters. • 20% Collective Growth: An additional 20% is funneled into a community-managed fund. This ensures that even neighbors not directly involved in tourism benefit from your visit through shared infrastructure, such as clean water access and environmental stewardship programs aimed at protecting the crater lake ecosystem.