10-Day Rwenzori Mountains Hiking Expedition
A serious mountain expedition in the Rwenzori Mountains. With porters and an experienced guide, you trek hut to hut via John Matte, Bujuku and Elena huts towards the base of Margherita Peak, through glaciers, alpine lakes and the giant lobelias and groundsels of the Afro-alpine zone.
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Kampala – Kasese
Drive to Kasese at the foot of the Rwenzori Mountains.
- 2–9
Rwenzori trek
Eight-day trek via John Matte, Bujuku and Elena huts.
- 10
Descent and return to Kampala
Descend the mountain and drive back to Kampala.
Trip details
- Countries covered
- Uganda
- Group size
- 2–8 people
- Accommodation
- Mountain huts, plus one night at a lodge before and after the trek.
- Meals
- All meals on the mountain and at the lodge
- Transportation
- Private transfer from Kampala to Kasese, with a guide and porters.
Activities
- Multi-day trek to the base of Margherita Peak
- Porter support
- Glaciers and mountain lakes
- Unique Afro-alpine vegetation
What's included
- Accommodation
- All meals
- Park fees
- Guide
- Porters
- Gear
Not included
- Flights
- Visa
- Insurance
- Personal gear
- Tips
Cancellation policy for this tour
- 60 or more days before travel: 75% refund.
- 30–59 days before travel: 50% refund.
- Fewer than 30 days before travel: non-refundable.
See our refund and cancellation policy for full details.