Mountaineering expedition is perfect for enthusiastic adventure seekers who desire to conquer the great heights of the Rwenzori Mountain ranges in Kasese, Western Uganda. A hike to the Margherita peak is 100% the most exhilarating experience and a lifetime opportunity to get on a great adventure challenge. Rwenzori Mountain ranges comprise Mt. Stanley (5109m), Gessi (4715m), Baker (4844m), Speke (4890m), Emin (4798m) and Luigi di Savoia (4627m).
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Transfer to Kasese from Kampala
Pick up early in the morning at the hotel in Kampala and drive up to Kasese to retire for a night awaiting your mountaineering expedition the following day. It will be 6-7 hours’ drive to get to Kasese with an en-route lunch break to be made at Fort Portal tourism city.
Accommodation
Luxury: Equator Snow Lodge
Midrange: Hotel Margarita
Budget: Ruboni Community Bandas
Day 02: Nyakalengija –Nyabitaba Hut with an expert
Set off for your actual trek full of remarkable memories and your journey begins at Nyakalengija to Nyabitaba Hut. First, you will have a briefing at 1648m and at 8:00am, start trekking via the foothills of Rwenzori Mountains navigating further via River Mubuku and bamboo forests, rocks and bluffs. The other area to cross over will be the Mahoma River and you head on a steep hike via fern slope dominated area and podocarpus forest then finally get to Nyabitaba Hut (2651m). What to expect to see along the way while on this path; colobus monkeys, blue monkeys and birds like the Rwenzori turacos.
Day 03: John Matte Hut
With an experienced guide, proceed with your trek to John Matte Hut at 3503m. Go via the lush forest till you get to Kurt Shafer Bridge which is found below the confluence point for River Mubuku and Bujuku. Stay strong as you go further via the bamboo forest, slippery moss till you reach Nyamileju rock shelter and at this point, you can view Mt. Stanley and Speke. Head to John Matte Hut for relaxation and at leisure enjoy the mesmerizing views of the Margherita glaciers.
Day 04: Slope down to Bujuku Hut
A cup of tea or coffee and after, set off from John Matte Hut to Bujuku Hut navigating across the Bujuku River and upper bigo bog. Lunch break will be enjoyed at the scenic narrow stream overviewing Baker and Stanley Mountain peaks as well as Mt Speke.
Day 05: Descend further to Kitandara
Exit Bujuku hut for Kitandara navigating via the stunning Groundsels Gully which ascends to Scott-Elliot pass (4372m). The steepest part of this trail may involve hiking via a short ladder to Elena hut (4430m) then proceed further to Mt Stanley. At base camp, get a clear view of the Margherita peak.
Day 06: Complete the trek to the Margherita
It is a great day as you make it up to the final summit of Rwenzori Mountains; explore the Margherita peak at 5109m. At the summits, experience the glaciers and take photos then begin descending to Scott Elliot pass while enjoying the best views of the area till you reach Kitandara Hut for a leisurely dinner and overnight stay.
Day 07: Descend to Guy Yeoman Hut
Depart from Kitandara Hut for Guy Yeoman Hut taking a steep ascent to the headwall till you reach Fresh Field pass then descend via the muddy path to rock shelter at Bujongola. At this point, you will find the base camp for the historic Duke of Abruzzi in 1906 and you can enjoy an excellent view of Congo plus Stanley Mountain. After the great views, retire for the night at the hut at elevation 3260m.
Day 08: Descend to Nyakalengija, transfer to Kampala
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and after, make the final descent to the base of the mountain in 3 hours. At Nyakalengija, catch up with your driver guide ready for a return trip to Kampala capital city and this marks the end of an 8 days hike to the Rwenzori Mountains.
End of safari
Inclusions
Rwenzori Mountaineering
All trip activities exclusive of optional
Travel by tourist vehicle & English-speaking guide/driver
Mountaineering expedition is perfect for enthusiastic adventure seekers who desire to conquer the great heights of the Rwenzori Mountain ranges in Kasese, Western Uganda. A hike to the Margherita peak is 100% the most exhilarating experience and a lifetime opportunity to get on a great adventure challenge. Rwenzori Mountain ranges comprise Mt. Stanley (5109m), Gessi (4715m), Baker (4844m), Speke (4890m), Emin (4798m) and Luigi di Savoia (4627m).
Brief Itinerary
Day 01: Transfer to Kasese from Kampala
Day 02: Nyakalengija –Nyabitaba Hut with an expert
Day 03: John Matte Hut
Day 04: Slope down to Bujuku Hut
Day 05: Descend further to Kitandara
Day 06: Complete the trek to the Margherita
Day 07: Descend to Guy Yeoman Hut
Day 08: Descend to Nyakalengija, transfer to Kampala
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Day 01: Transfer to Kasese from Kampala
Day 06: Complete the trek to the Margherita 
