12 Days Trekking Ruwenzories Mountains

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, your journey into the Rwenzori Mountains National Park begins with a transfer to Windsor Lake Victoria Hotel for a comfortable overnight stay. Day 2 starts early with a scenic 7-hour drive to Kasese, situated at the base of the Rwenzori National Park, where you settle into Margherita Hotel. The adventure truly commences on Day 3 as you head to the trailhead, allocate porters, and begin your ascent towards Nyabitaba Hut at 2650m, passing through farmland and dense forest with stunning views of Portal Peaks and Mubuku Valley. Days 4 to 9 are filled with exhilarating climbs and awe-inspiring landscapes, from John Matte Hut nestled in giant heather groves, to the challenging traverse of Bigo Bog to reach Bujuku Hut and the option to summit Mount Margherita from Elena Hut at 4543m. Day 10 concludes with a steep descent back to Kasese for a well-deserved rest at Margherita Hotel. Day 11 offers optional activities like a game drive or chimpanzee visit before returning to Entebbe for another overnight stay. Finally, Day 12 brings you back to Nairobi after an unforgettable adventure in Uganda’s spectacular mountain range.