Explore the legendary “Mountains of the Moon” — the Rwenzori Mountains — with this exhilarating 4-day hiking tour ideal for experienced mountain climbers. Rising to a height of 5,109 meters, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers stunning alpine landscapes, unique vegetation zones, and sweeping views from the Nyamwamba Valley.
This tour includes meals, accommodation, guides, climbing ropes, harnesses, and support. Optional rental gear includes boots, gloves, raincoats, and sleeping bags. While stretchers and mattresses are provided, we recommend bringing a sleeping bag and warm clothing.
4-Day Rwenzori Mountain Hiking Tour
Destination: Rwenzori Mountains National Park, Western Uganda
Tour Type: Adventure | Hiking | Nature
Level: For Experienced Climbers
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Departure: Kampala or Entebbe (Daily with prior booking)
Pickup at 6:00 AM from Kampala or Entebbe
Stopover at the Equator for photos and experiments
Continue to Fort Portal for lunch
Arrive and check in at your lodge near the park
Optional evening nature walk
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Lodge near Rwenzori Mountains National Park
- Early breakfast and transfer to Kyanjiki Trekkers’ Hostel
- Start trek to UWA ranger station (1,727m) for briefing
- Trekking route: 8.6 km | Approx. 5–6 hours
- Climb from 1,667m to 3,171m through montane forest and bamboo zone
- Spot birds, primates, and colobus monkeys
- Pass historical poacher caves and beautiful heather trees
- Arrive at Samalira Camp for the night
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight: Samalira Camp
Breakfast and begin descent
Pass historical Sine Rock Shelter (former poacher hideout)
Cross a swift mountain stream near Musenga Rock Shelter (lunch stop)
Final 6 km hike to UWA ranger station
Debrief and short hike (1.2 km) to pick-up point
Return to trekkers’ hostel for dinner and rest
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Trekkers’ Hostel or nearby lodge
Breakfast and begin the return journey
Lunch en route
Drop-off at Kampala hotel or Entebbe International Airport
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
End of TourTour Inclusions
Guided hiking and trekking experience
Accommodation (lodges and mountain camps)
All meals as specified
Park entrance and activity fees
Transport in a 4x4 Safari vehicle
Professional English-speaking guide
Ropes and harnesses (basic climbing gear)
❌ Tour Exclusions
International flights and visas
Personal expenses and insurance
Optional gear rentals (boots, sleeping bags, gloves, etc.)
Tips and gratuities
📌 Packing Recommendations
Sleeping bag & warm clothing
Rain gear and hiking boots
Hat, gloves, and sunscreen
Refillable water bottle
Personal medications