9 Days Mountain Rwenzori Hiking in Uganda
9 Days9 Days Rwenzori mountains hiking and climbing package in Uganda is the best we can offer seasoned mountain climbers. The snow capped Rwenzori Mountains are located along the western rift valley at the border between DR Congo and Uganda.
Previously known as the “Ruwenzori Mountains” and still referred to as “mountains of the moon”, the mountains reach a height of 5,109 metres. The Rwenzori Mountains are one of the sources of water for the great river Nile. The Queen Elizabeth and Virunga national parks are located within these mountains. Because of their proximity to the Rwenzori Mountains, hikers should expect to spot dense forests, lakes, rivers, birds, primates and mammals. The mammals may include buffalo, hippos, elephants and lions among many others
Included/Excluded
Cost Includes
- Full board accommodation including in Kasese town
- Park entrance fees
- Rwenzori mountain hiking fees
- Food
- Ranger, Porters, guides and a cook
- 4×4 safari vehicle with fuel and a full time English speaking driver/guide
- Rescue fees
- Ground transportation including to and from the airport on indicated days
Cost Excludes
- International flights and visa fees
- Drinks,
- Bar bills,
- Cigars
- Phone calls
- Laundry
- Personal insurance
- Souvenirs
- Tips
Overview
Climbing the Rwenzori Mountains takes place throughout the year but requires prior booking if you are going all the way to the peaks. The months between April – May and October – November are rainy and can bring several hiking challenges but the activity continues nevertheless. The starting point is in Ibanda which is at the foot of the mountains. Hikers should carry hiking shoes, sleeping bags and warm clothes. Climbing the higher peak sections requires mountain boots, crampons, ropes and ice axe.
NOTE:You will need an extra two days to climb the Speke/Margarita/Stanley and Alexandra peaks.
Hiking Highlights
- Day 1: Kampala – Kasese (Rwenzori National Park)
- Day 2: Nyakalengija (1646m) – The Nyabitaba Hut (2652m)
- Day 3: The Nyabitaba Hut – The John Matte Hut (3414m)
- Day 4: The John Matte Hut – The Bujuku Hut (3972m)
- Day 5: The Bujuku Hut – The Elena Hut (4430m)
- Day 6: Climb to Mt. Stanley
- Day 7: The Kitandara Hut – The Guy Yeoman Hut (3261m)
- Day 8: The Guy Yeoman Hut – The Nyabitaba Hut
- Day 9: The Nyabitaba Hut – Nyakalengija for Departure
