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Experience the genuine summit of Uganda! This tour takes you to the majestic Rwenzori Mountains known as the mountains of the moon, a true rewarding experience for alpine climbers!
The Rwenzori Mountains have been selected as one of the World’s Best Hikes by National Geographic, IUCN

  • Day 1: ARRIVAL
  • DAY 2: START OF THE EQUATOR GLACIERS TOUR
  • Day 3 : JOHN MATTE HUT
  • Day 4 : BUJUKU HUT
  • Day 5 : ELENA HUT
  • Day 6: FINAL ASCENT TO THE ALPS OF AFRICA!
  • Day 7 : GUY YEOMAN HUT
  • Day 8 : NYABITABA HUT
  • Day 9: KASESE
  • Day 10: DEPARTURE
Itinerary

Day 1ARRIVAL

You will be welcomed by our driver guide at Entebbe Airport. From here you will be transferred from Entebbe to Kampala and continue to Mbarara Town for lunch. After lunch proceed to Kasese, check in to the hotel have dinner and an overnight at Hotel Margherita.

Day 2START OF THE EQUATOR GLACIERS TOUR

Early in the morning transfer to Nyakalingijo (1646 meters) where you will start your climb into the mountains. The hike takes you along the Mubuku River and through thick equatorial vegetation before arriving at the Nyabitaba hut (2650 meters). You might hear chimpanzees or see blue monkeys. Dinner and overnight in Nyabitaba hut.
Total hiking time: 5-7 hours
Ascent: 1200 meters

Day 3 JOHN MATTE HUT

After early breakfast you will start the hike through the Kurt Sharfer Bridge to marvel at the sparkling Mubuku river confluence. In the afternoon you will reach the Nyamuleju hut from where you might enjoy a nice view at Mount Stanley and Speke. Climb through the open patches, lobelia, and heath moss forest when proceeding up to the John Matte hut (3415 meters) for overnight.
Total hiking time: 7 hours
Ascent: 915 meters

Day 4BUJUKU HUT

Depart early through the giant Lobelias and heath trees. You ascend to the Bigo Bog and scenic landscape of lobelias and giant groundsels. You will pass Lake Bujuku, majestically settled between the famous mountains. Continue to a rock shelter called Cooking Pot and soon you will arrive at your final stop for today. Dinner and overnight at the Bujuku Hut (3960 meters).
Total hiking time: 3-5 hours
Ascent: 560 meters

Day 5ELENA HUT

Head off from the valley with scenic alpine vegetation consisting Giant Groundsels and Lobelia and continue to ascend Mount Victoria and Mount Speke at 4890 meters. Depart through the lovely views of the Savoia and Elena glaciers, scale further through to the Scott Elliott pass and proceed through the snow to the Elena Hut (4560 meters) for overnight rest. The Elena Hut will be your base for the final conquer of the Rwenzori Mountains.
Total hiking time: 3-5 hours
Ascent: 470 meters

Day 6FINAL ASCENT TO THE ALPS OF AFRICA

Early morning ascent to the snowy Alexander peak (5092 meters) and then onwards to the highest peak at 5109 meters, the famous Margherita! Thereafter we directly descend to the beautiful lake Kitandara for overnight stay at Kitandara hut (4020 meters).
Total hiking time: 3-5 hours
Ascent: 670 meters – Descent: 1090 meters

Day 7GUY YEOMAN HUT

After early breakfast a long descent begins. First we climb from Lake Kitandara to the Freshfield Pass from where you can look into the neighboring country Congo. We will have a picnic lunch on the way and continue our journey while descending to the Guy Yeoman hut (3260 meters) for dinner and overnight.
Total hiking time: 5-7 hours
Descent: 1000 meters

Day 8NYABITABA HUT

The last part of the hike! Drop very steeply along the Mubuku River and join the original route near the Bujuku River. Dinner and overnight at Nyabitaba Hut (2650 meters).
Total hiking time: 5-7 hours
Descent: 600 meters

Accommodation options: Acardia Cottages/Bunyonyi Eco-lodge (mid-range), Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort (Budget)

Day 9KASESE

Today we descend to Nyakalingijo which will take approximately 2-3 hours. Then we proceed to Kasese to check in at Hotel Margherita. Here you can relax and reflect your climb of the highest peak in Uganda. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Margherita.

Day 10DEPARTURE

A last chance to enjoy the enchanting peaks of the Mountains of the Moon. With unforgettable memories you will say goodbye and leave for Kampala. Then proceed to Entebbe Airport for your evening flight. Or you might choose to enjoy the beauty of Uganda a little longer and visit other beautiful national parks.

Inclusions and Exclusions
  • The following are included in the price of this tour

    • A 4×4 safari vehicle
    • Park entrance fees
    • Ranger guiding fee
    • Nature walking fee
    • Car fuel
    • Experienced english speaking driver guide
    • Hiking fees
    • Accommodation
    • Meals
    • Clean bottled drinking water
    • Pick up from the airport and drop up

    The following are NOT included in the price of this tour

    • International Flights
    • Hotel fees while in Kampala and Visas
    • Other drinks apart from water
    • tips given to staff
    • laundry and any other extra activities not mentioned above
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