3 days rwenzori camping
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Experience the rugged beauty of the Rwenzori Mountains with our 3-day camping trek—an adventure crafted for those seeking both thrill and tranquility in one of Africa’s most breathtaking landscapes. Known as the “Mountains of the Moon,” Rwenzori offers lush valleys, glacial lakes, and soaring peaks, making it a paradise for nature lovers and adventurers alike. This journey combines challenging hikes with peaceful camping under the stars, offering you a chance to connect deeply with Uganda’s wild side.
Included/Exclude
- Pick and Drop Services
- Meals and Accommodation
- Transportation
- Additional Services
- Insurance
- Special Drinks
- Tickets
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
The walk begins at the park gate 1700m and ends at Omukakiza camp, covering a distance of 6.5 kilometers in 4-5 hours with a 1000 meter elevation. After passing through the gate, the trail leads into the montane forest zones, where you can see a variety of birds, an endemic three-horned chameleon, black and white colobus monkeys, and Rwenzori turaco birds. It climbs steeply to Omukakiza camp (tent pitch), where you’ll have dinner and spend the night.
Omukakiza camp 2500m – Lake Mahoma Camp 3000m
The trail drops steeply for a couple of hours from Omukakiza, passing through the bamboo forest, before becoming easier, similar to the flat section in the elephant zone. Portal peaks and Kinyangoma Hills may be seen from Omukakiza. The boardwalk is reached via a level area, and the surrounding vegetation is a mix of Heather and afro-alpine zones, with lots of Senecio plants, huge lobelia, and lobelia Liberia. Finally, arrive at Mahoma Lake, the deepest in the Rwenzori Mountains National Park, at 12 feet deep and fed by Mount Baker’s melted snow. 5-6 hours and 6 kilometers were covered. At Mahoma Lakes Camp, dinner and stay the night. (set up a tent)
Lake Mahoma Camp through Nyabitaba Camp to Nyakalengija
Early departure from Lake Mahoma, retracing our steps back to Nyalengija. This 8-kilometer trail normally takes 3 hours to complete. Descending to the park gate via the Mubuku River and farmland. Dinner and an overnight stay at your preferred lodge.
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The 3-day camping trek in the Rwenzori Mountains was beyond anything I could have imagined! Every day brought new, breathtaking views and a real sense of adventure. Camping under the stars, surrounded by the sounds of nature, was incredibly peaceful. Our guides were amazing—knowledgeable, encouraging, and passionate about the mountains. This experience gave me a whole new appreciation for Uganda’s wild beauty