Journey through the breathtaking mountains. Discover the peaks, trekking opportunities and stories behind East Africa's mountains.
Mount Meru is one of Africa's highest and most beautiful volcanoes. The route to the summit passes through parkland, montane forest, a giant heather zone and moorland. Finally, the summit is reached by a narrow,barren ridge which provides stunning views of the ash cone several thousand feet below.
There are also great views of the nearby Mt. Kilimanjaro. This climb is used by many as a acclimitization for a Mt. Kilimanjaro climb but it is an excellent trek in its own right. It also requires fewer days to climb so those without enough time to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro may consider this option. In addition, it is proportionally less expensive than a Mt. Kilimanjaro climb.
Day 1: Moshi to Momela Gate to Miriakamba Hut.
Elevation: 1200m to 1500m to 2514m
Distance: 10 km
Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Montane forest
After you are picked up at your hotel, driven to Arusha National Park and are properly checked in for the climb at the park gate;
we proceed with the trek through game-filled parkland up to Miriakamba Hut, at 2470m. Along the way there are many
spectacular views; including Kilimanjaro from Miriakamba Hut. You will as well walk very close to different varieties of
wildlife and some lovely glades. the trek on this day is not difficult because the terrain is a gentle slope.
Dinner and over nigh at Miriakamba Hut.
Day 2: Miriakamba hut to Saddle hut.
Elevation: 2514m to 3570m
Distance: 5km
Hiking time: 3-4 hours.
Habitat: Forest to Mooland and heather
The path passes through fine forests and heather to the Saddle Hut (3570m) 3 hours walking it is a steep day as you will
gain 1056m. After reaching to Saddle Hut, an ascent to Little Meru is possible in the afternoon as not only a nice trek but
a valuable altitude acclimitization. This day you will be having a very early dinner then half night sleep at Saddle Hut.
Day 3:Saddle hut to Socialist Peak to Miriakamba Hut.
Elevation: 3570m to 4566m to 2514m
Distance: 15km
Hiking time: 9-10 hours
Habitat: Mooland and heath, barren rock and forest
A very early start the days trek at 2:00am taking us first to a superb viewpoint called Rhino Point on the crater rim. From there
the route follows an airy ridge which leads up to the summit. This portion of the trek will take about 5 hours then we descend back
to Saddle hut for a short rest and lunch. Afterwards the descent continues to Miriakamba Hut where dinner and overnight will
take place.
Day 4:Miriakamba Hut to Momela Gate to Moshi
Elevation: 2514m to 1500m to 1200m
Distance: 10km
Hiking time: 2 hours
Habitat: Forest Walk back to the park gate, approximately 2 hours. Reaching back to the gate will be presented
your certificate. From there our vehicle will return you to your hotel.
Day 1: Moshi to Momela Gate to Miriakamba Hut.
Elevation: 1200m to 1500m to 2514m
Distance: 10 km
Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Montane forest
After you are picked up at your hotel, driven to Arusha National Park and are properly checked in for the climb at the park gate;
we proceed with the trek through game-filled parkland up to Miriakamba Hut, at 2470m. Along the way there are many
spectacular views; including Kilimanjaro from Miriakamba Hut. You will as well walk very close to different varieties of
wildlife and some lovely glades. the trek on this day is not difficult because the terrain is a gentle slope.
Dinner and over nigh at Miriakamba Hut.
Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut.
Elevation: 2514m to 3570m
Distance: 5km
Hiking time: 3-4 hours.
Habitat: Forest to Mooland and heather
The path passes through fine forests and heather to the Saddle Hut (3570m) 3 hours walking it is a steep day as you will
gain 1056m. After reaching to Saddle hut, an ascent to Little Meru is possible in the afternoon as not only a nice trek but
a valuable altitude acclimitization. This day you will be having a very early dinner then half night sleep at Saddle Hut.
Day 3:Saddle hut to Socialist peak to Miriakamba hut.
Elevation: 3570m to 4566m to 2514m
Distance: 15km
Hiking time: 12-14 hours
Habitat: Mooland and heath, barren rock and forrest
A very early start the days trek at 2:00am taking us first to a superb viewpoint called Rhino Point on the crater rim. From there
the route follows an airy ridge which leads up to the summit. This portion of the trek will take about 5 hours then we descend back
to Saddle hut for a short rest and lunch. Afterwards the descent continues to the park gate where after the certificate presentation,
you will be transported back to your hotel.
This acitve volcano is a holy spot for the Maasai. In fact its name literally means 'Mountain of god' in the Maasai langauge. Maasai from both Tanzania and Kenya who practice their traditional religion come here to offer sacrifice to the god. The climb is void of shade and vegetation, making it a hot and dusty trek.
The volcano has an elevation of 2,962m, a rise of 2,000m above the surrounding plain. The climbs start in the very early hours to avoid the scorching sun. The climb itself can be done in half a day, but it is most often combined with a longer trek. The two most popular itinerary options are outlined below but of course we can make alterations to fit your desires.
1: Moshi or Arusha - Lake Natron (Ngare Sero)
Departing from your hotel Moshi or Arusha in the morning we drive to Mtu wa Mbu (Lake Manyara) for lunch. After
lunch you drive north along the bottom of the Great Rift Valley wall to Lake Natron and the village of Ngare Sero at the
base of Ol Doinyo Lengai. Overnight at a campsite by the lake.
2: Lake Natron - Ngare Sero to Ol Doinyo Lengai
From Lake Natron to Ngare Sero is a 3-hour walk. Lengai is best approached from the west. Between Ngare Sero
and Lengai's lower slopes is another 3 hours walk. The vehicle will go on ahead here so that it is there to take you
up this large gully; saving you at least 6 hours of additional walking. Overnight camp in the gully.
3: Ol Doinyo Lengai summit and back to Lake Natron campsite
A very early start in order to gain as much height as possible in the cool of the morning. Sun hats and a large
water in-take are essential. Descend by the same route.
Great care should be taken on the way down: loose volcanic gravel on bare rock makes it perilous going in places. Bringing
trekking poles are very helpful. Overnight at the Lake Natron camp site.
4: Lake Natron - Moshi or Arusha Town
Departing after breakfast we return back to Moshi or Arusha town where you will be returned to your hotel.
Day 1: Moshi to Nainokanoka Village
You will be transported to Nainokanoka village via Ngorongoro Crater with your guide and park ranger. All gear, food and
water will be carried by donkeys, lead by a Maasai warrior. Dinner and overnight at Nainokanoka village Campsite.
Day 2: Nainokanoka Village to Elbulbul
After breakfast, begin trekking to the Elbulbul Depression where you will have dinner and overnight at Elbulbul Campsite.
Day 3: Elbulbul to Empakai
Depart from Elbulbul to the rim of the Empakai Crater. You can spend several hours exploring the crater, returning to the
campsite for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Empakai to Oldoinyo L’ Engai Basecamp
This day you will trek from Empakai to the base of Oldonyo Lengai. Here you will have
dinner and overnight at the campsite.
Day 5: Ol Doinyo Lengai summit and back to Lake Natron campsite
A very early start in order to gain as much height as possible in the cool of the morning. Sun hats and a large
water in-take are essential. Descend by the same route.
Great care should be taken on the way down: loose volcanic gravel on bare rock makes it perilous going in places. Bringing
trekking poles are very helpful.
Day 6: Oldoinyo Lengai base camp to Lake Natron
Depart for Lake Natron where you may tour the waterfalls at Engare Sero Gorge. Dinner and overnight at Kamakia campsite.
Day 7: Lake Natron To Moshi
You are free to explore the Lake Natron area until about noon, when you will be picked up for your return trip hotel
The craggy and mist-shrouded Usambara Mountains are located to the south west of the Pare Mountains. Together they make up the Eastern Africa chain. Their Western and Eastern ranges are divided by a 4km wide valley dotted with small villages and farms. The hiking trail covers the foothills and large peaks. This mountain is the home of beautiful Amani Nature Reserve. It is perfect for hiking and diving. Some of the tops rise to well over 2000m.
Between steep cliffs and rocky hilltops are set small communities of the pastoral Usambani tribe. The high altitude and fertile soils attracted German, British and other European settlers. This is an excellent place to visit for a few relaxing days if you are travelling overland between the coast and Kilimanjaro, Tanga and the northern gameparks. Lushoto, at the heart of the Usambara, can be reached in a 5 hour drive from Moshi.
It is an additional 4 hours drive to Tanga from where there are daily flights to Zanzibar, or 5-6 hours drive to the Pangani coast or Saadani National Park. Although a variety of accommodation is available in the area we recommend two places in particular:
*Muller's Lodge a beautifully built old farm house with a very relaxed, comfortable atmosphere taking you back 50 years in time.
*St. Eugene's Hostel, a modern and very well presented guesthouse and joining a Montessori Training College set in spacious gardens.
Tro-peaks Adventures offers guiding services for hikers. Popular choices for walks include:
1. A bird walk
2. Forest walks
3. Waterfall walk
4. Mountain walk
Wildlife to be seen includes the elegant colobus monkey, blue monkeys and a wide variety of birds. In the rain forest euphorias, acacias, giant ferns, palms, lobelias, camphors (Japanese and Usumbaru) eucalyptus and fig trees are all to be found. Vipers can as well be observed and chameleons. Lengths of walks can be varied from just an hour or so to all day long taking a packed lunch with you. To be able to see something of the region it is best to spend at least two nights in the area. Day walks and overnight takes visitors through some of the most concentrated areas of biodiversity in Africa.
Usambara Mountains include tropical forest that are native home to native birds species that are not found elsewhere on earth such as the Naduk eagle owl, Usambara Alethe and the Usambara weaver. The birds watching are especially rewarding and the views from the mountaintops stretch over the Maasai Steppe and on clear day as far as Indian Ocean.
Day 1: Lushoto town to Rangwi
Durations: 5 to 6 Hours
The tour begins in Lushoto with an uphill walk to Kwembago, the ancient village of the Daffa family, a sub clan of the royal Kilindi lineage. Typical of most Shambaa villages, Kwembago is situated along a mountain ridge with panoramic view over the Lushoto Valley, the Maasai Plains and the surrounding Eest Usambara Mountains. From Kwembago, the walking tour continues through the Magamba Rainforest where rare plant and animal life can be seen. After one hour and a half walking through the forest you have a picnic lunch in Magamba. you take a transport to Rangwi Sisters Convert Hostel for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Rangwi to Mambo Cliff Inn
Durations: 5 to 6 Hours
After breakfast the walk start from Rangwi Sisters Convert Hostel through the villages with nice views to small part of Shagayu Forest and proceed to Sunga village where you having a picnic lunch then you proceed walking to the women who are made pottery and learn how the pot is made and you walk all the way to Mambo Cliff Inn or similar hotel for dinner and overnight. You will get the chance to sit for sunset and see spectacular view of Mkomazi National Park, Tsavo West Kenya National Park, Pare Mountain and possibly see Mt. Kilimanjaro if is the clear day.
Day 3: Mtae – Lushoto
Durations: 5 to 6 Hours
After breakfast you checkout from Mambo Cliff Inn and transfer by private vehicle to Lushoto for drop off. You can overnight in Lushoto or you can transfer by private vehicle to Mombo the same day and take the bus to Arusha or Dar es Salaam.
Day 1: Lushoto to Lukozi
Durations: 5 to 6 Hours
You start walking from Lushoto through the villages, Agricultural land with nice views to Magamba Rain Forest. After the forest you having a picnic lunch in the forest then proceed walking and late in the evening you take the transport to Lukozi Papaa Moze Guest House or similar guest house for dinner and overnight
Day 2: Lukozi and Rangwi
Durations: 5 to 6 Hours
From Lukozi after breakfast we walk through along the valleys and sloping hillsides of the inner Usambara Mountains, vegetable farms lined with eucalyptus and banana trees. You pass through the villages of Makose and Kagulio until you reach to Rangwi Sisters Convert Hostel or similar hostel for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Rangwi to Mambo Cliff Inn
Durations: 5 to 6 Hours
After breakfast you start walk from Rangwi Sisters Convert Hostel through different villages, nice view point to Sunga village for lunch, then you proceed to pottery women where you will learn how to make pot from the Shambaa local people around in the village. After the pottery women you walk to Mambo Cliff Inn or similar lodge for diner and overnight.
Day 4: Mambo-Lushoto
After breakfast you checkout from Mambo Cliff Inn and transfer by private vehicle to Lushoto for drop off.
Mazumbai, part of the Usambara Mountain Range, is depicted as East Africa’s finest Biodiversity Hotspot.
DAY 1: SONI TO BUMBULI
The first day start walking from Soni through the farming land, villages, nice landscape, coffee plantation and tea plantation, on the way sit for lunch before reaching to Bumbuli Old German Mission or to the home stay for overnight or camping site near the home stay.
DAY 2 (6-7hrs)
You begin walk from either Bumbuli Old German Mission or the home stay to Mazumbai Nature Reserve where on the way pass through the village of Maduda, where you can see nice landscape then to Mazumbai Forest, home to black and white columbus monkey and some other animals, then overnight at the Mazumbai Old Swiss Rest House.
DAY 3 (4-5hrs)
After breakfast you take a walk around the Mazumbai Natural Forest where you can enjoy nature, medicinal plants, some animals such as chamelion, black and white columbus monkey, squeal and others. Then after forest, walk back to the rest house for lunch, then after lunch you can have an evening walk.
DAY 4 (6-7hrs)
After breakfast you take a walk to the forest, villages, agricultural land, nice landscape to either Bumbuli Old German Mission or the home stay/camping site at Kwalei for overnight.
DAY 5 (4-5 hours)
Take transport after breakfast from Bumbuli Old German Mission or the home stay either to Lushoto, the capital town of Usambara Mountains, walk around food and fruit market of Shambaa farmers or walk to the popular Irente View Point or chose to go Mkuzi Waterfall. Afterwards drive to the lodge.
Mount Kenya is located in central part of Kenya just at the south of the equator. It is a highest mountain in Kenya and the second highest mountain in Africa. It is a volcanic mountain with magnificent cliffs and glaciers protect the highest peaks Batian (5,199m) and Nelion (5,188m) but the third highest summit, Lenana (4,985m) is also glaciated and is the highest that can be summited without technical gear and techniques. Tro-Peaks offers non-technical climbs (treks) of Mt Kenya to Lenana Peak.
Most of peaks on Mount Kenya have been summited. There are eight vegetation bands or zones from the base to the summit. The lower slopes zone are covered by different types of forest where many species are endemic to Mount Kenya such as lobelias, senecios and rock hyrax. The forest slope of Mount Kenya is very important source of water for the much of Kenyan people.
Mt Kenya has three route in which can be use to climb it. Climbing Mt Kenya can be done by entering and exit at any route or gate. Climbing Mt Kenya needs also to be done at a slow pace to allow the body to acclimate to the altitude. Sample itineraries are listed below.
Day 1: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Nairobi
Elevation: 1,000m to 1,200m.
Distance: 36 km
Driving Time: 45Min
Habitat: Town
Tro-Peaks Adventures staff will meet and pick you up from JKI (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) and transfer you to your hotel in Nairobi for overnight B/B.
Day 2: Nairobi to Sirimon Gate to Old Moses.
Elevation: 1,200m to 2,650m to 3,300m
Driving Time: 3 hours drive and 3 hours trekking
Habitat: Town/Forest/Moorland
Today after breakfast you will departure from Nairobi is at 07:00 hrs to Nanyuki and stop at the equator briefly then continue to Sirimon Gate for lunch then the hike will start to Old Moses Camp at this camp you will either stay in the hut or tent it will depend with your accommodation selection. Then dinner and overnight at Old Moses Camp.
Day 3: Old Moses Campsite/ Hut to Shipton Campsite/Hut.
Elevation: 3300m to 4,200m
Hiking time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Moorland/Desert.
After breakfast, then you will have a 6 hours walk from Old Moses to Shipton. The hike is really good and enjoyable as you will be walking through the Ontulili, Liki and Mackinders Valleys arriving at the camp/huts in the early afternoon. Dinner and overnight as well as preparation of summit attempt of Lenana Peak.
Day 4: Shipton Campsite/Hut to Lenana Peak to Old Moses Campsite/Hut
Elevation: 4,200m to 4,985m to 3,300m
Hiking time: 7 hours
Habitat: Moorland/Desert and Snow.
At 03:00 Hrs you will then start ascent to the summit of Point Lenana 4,985m then a walk which will take 3 hours then descend back to Shipton for lunch and little rest before start descending back to Old Moses for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Old Moses Campsite/Hut to Sirimon Gate to Nairobi.
Elevation: 3,300m to 2,650m to1,200m
Driving & Walking Time: 2 hours of walking and 3 hours driving time.
Habitat: Moorland/Forest/Town
Today after breakfast you will start the walk down from Old Moses to Sirimon Gate where you will meet our staff then pick you up for transfer back to your hotel in Nairobi. This is very easy day because you will walk across the tropical forest.
Day 6: Nairobi to Jomo Kenyatta Airport.
Elevation: 1,200m to 1,000m.
Distance: 36 km
Driving Time: 45Min
Habitat: Town
Tro-Peaks Adventures staff will meet and pick you up from your hotel in Nairobi then transfer you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Day 1: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Nairobi
Elevation: 1,000m to 1,200m.
Distance: 36 km
Driving Time: 45Min
Habitat: Town
Tro-Peaks Adventures staff will meet and pick you up from JKI (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) and transfer you to your hotel in Nairobi for overnight B/B.
Day 2: Nairobi to Naro Moru campsite to Met Station.
Elevation: 1,200m to 2,650m to 3,050m
Driving Time: 3 hours driving and 3 hours trekking
Habitat: Town/Forest/Moorland
Today after breakfast you will departure from Nairobi is at 07:00 hrs to Naro Moru Gate then walk through the rain forest for 3 hours to Met Station where you will have dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Met Station Campsite/ Hut to Mackinders Campsite/Hut.
Elevation: 3050m to 4,300m
Hiking time: 6 hours
Habitat: Moorland.
After breakfast, then you will have a 6 hours walk from Met Station to Mackinders Hut/Camp where you will have dinner and overnight but today you have a great walk of enjoying a walk through the wet moorland prevelant on this side of Mt. Kenya.
Day 4: Mackinders Campsite/Hut for Aclimatization
Elevation: 4,300m
Hiking time: 3 hours
Habitat: Moorland/Desert.
After late breakfast, ascend to the Two Tarn and then descend through the American Camp for an acclimatization walk. Head back to Mackinders Camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Mackinders Campsite/Hut to Lenana Peak to Chogoria Gate Campsite/Hut
Elevation: 4,300m to 4,985m to 3,300m
Hiking time: 7 hours
Habitat: Moorland/Desert and Snow.
At 2.30 am and after a cup of tea, start the summit ascend to Point Lenana (4985 M) via Australian Camp arriving on top at around 6.30 am for sunrise. On a clear day, one is able to see the Mount Kilimanjaro. After the photos, descend to Mintos for breakfast and further down to Meru Mt. Kenya Lodge. Stay wiil be at the bandas /campsite for dinner and overnight.
Day 6: Chogoria Gate Campsite/Hut to Chogoria, to Nairobi.
Elevation: 2,950m to 2,650m to1,200m
Driving & Walking Time: 2 hours of walking and 3 hours drive
Habitat: Moorland/Forest/Town
Today after breakfast you will start the walk down from Chogoria Gate for 15km a walk will be through bamboo forest then get in to the 4WD vehicle then start drive down to Chogoria town where you will be picked up with our staff then transfer you to your hotel in Nairobi for lunch.
Day 7: Nairobi to Jomo Kenyatta Airport.
Elevation: 1,200m to 1,000m.
Distance: 36 km
Driving Time: 45Min
Habitat: Town
Tro-Peaks Adventures staff will meet and pick you up from your hotel in Nairobi then transfer you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Day 2: Nairobi to Sirimon Gate to Old Moses.
Elevation: 1,200m to 2,650m to 3,300m
Driving Time: 3 hours and trekking is 3 hours
Habitat: Town/Forest/Moorland
Today after breakfast you will departure from Nairobi is at 07:00 hrs to Nanyuki and stop at the equator briefly then continue to Sirimon Gate for lunch then the hike will proceed to Old Moses Camp. You will either stay in the hut or tent it will depend with your accommodation selection. Then dinner and overnight at Old Moses Place.
Day 3: Old Moses Campsite/ Hut to Shipton Campsite/Hut.
Elevation: 3300m to 4,200m
Hiking time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: Moorland/Desert.
After breakfast, then you will have a 6 hours walk from Old Moses to Shipton the hike is really good and enjoyable as you will be walking through the Ontulili, Liki and Mackinders Valleys arriving at the camp/huts in the early afternoon. Dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Shipton Campsite/Hut for Aclimatization
Elevation: 4,200m
Hiking time: 2.5 hours
Habitat: Moorland/Desert.
After breakfast, then you will ascend to the Hausberg Col (4650 M) for an acclimatization hike and then descend to the huts for dinner and overnight at the Shipton Hut/Camp.
Day 5: Shipton Campsite/Hut to Lenana Peak to Chogoria Campsite/Hut
Elevation: 4,200m to 4,985m to 3,300m
Hiking time: 7 hours
Habitat: Moorland/Desert and Snow.
At 2.30 am and after a cup of tea, start the summit ascend to Point Lenana (4985 M) arriving on top at around 6.30 am for sun rise. On a clear day, one is able to see the Mount Kilimanjaro. After the photos, descend to Mintos for breakfast and further down to Meru Mt. Kenya Lodge. Accommodation will be at the bandas /campsite for dinner and overnight.
Day 6: Chogoria Campsite/Hut to Chogoria, to Nairobi.
Elevation: 2,950m to 2,650m to1,200m
Driving & Walking Time: 2 hours of walking and 3 hours driving
Habitat: Moorland/Forest/Town
Today after breakfast you will start the walk down from Chogoria Gate for 15km a walk will be through bamboo forest then get in to the 4WD vehicle then start drive down to Chogoria town where you will be picked up with our staff then transfer you to your hotel in Nairobi for lunch.
Day 7: Nairobi to Jomo Kenyatta Airport.
Elevation: 1,200m to 1,000m.
Distance: 36 km
Driving Time: 45Min
Habitat: Town
Tro-Peaks Adventures staff will meet and pick you up from your hotel in Nairobi then transfer you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
The features of this fascinating mountainous area in the western Rift Valley include geothermal activity, numerous lakes and jagged, volcanic mountains. Astride the mountains sits Ruwenzori National Park. This 996 sq. km national park protects the upper slopes of the Rwenzori Mountains which run for almost 120 km along the Congolese border west of Kasese and Fort Portal. The Rwenzori Mountains are thought to have been the source of the legend Nile by the Roman geographer Ptolemy cAD 150. Arthur Jephson and Thomas Parke were the first Europeans to see the legendary mountains.
The Rwenzori is the highest mountain range in Africa. Its loftiest peaks, Margherita (5,109m) and Alexandra (5,083m) on Mount Stanley, are exceeded in altitude elsewhere in Africa only by Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya, both of which are extinct volcanoes standing in isolation above the surrounding plains. The Rwenzori Mountains are unique among the east Africa’s major peaks in that they are not volcanic in origin, but they do rise directly from the rift valley floor and their formation, like that of Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Kenya, was linked to the geological upheaval that created the Rift. In addition to Mount Stanley, there are four other glacial peaks on the Rwenzori - Mount Speke (4,890m),Mount Emin (4791m), Mount Gessi (4,715 m) and Mount Luigi da Savoia (4,627 m).
Known primarily for its challenging hiking and climbing the Rwenzori Mountain Range also support a diversity of animals, including 70 mammals and 177 bird species, several of the birds being Albertine Rift Endemics. The forest zone is home to a diversity of birds, including Rwenzori Turaco, barred long-tailed cuckoo, long eared owl, handsome francolin, cinnamon-chested bee-eater, Archer’s ground robin, Lagden’s bush shrike, golden-winged sunbird, apalis, illadopsis and many more.
These legendary mountains exhibit spectacular scenic beauty and provide a unique habitat for many rare and indigenous plants and animals. The highest mountain in the range, Mt. Stanley, is the third highest in Africa after Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Kenya. The giant lobelia and the groundsell are hallmarks of the Ruwenzori. All of the above make this park an unforgettable visitor destination. Decreasing temperature with increasing altitude have resulted in marked zoning of vegetation, which is of great interest to scientists and a delightful experience for visitors.
In fact, more people visit the Ruwenzori to explore and experience the fascinating vegetation than to climb the peaks and glaciers. The usual trip lasts not less than 6 days, just long enough to hike the Central Circuit Trail. Longer and shorter trips can be arranged. No special climbing equipment is necessary unless you intend to climb one of the summits. However, hiking the trails is arduous work, and weather conditions are unpredictable and rainy. The driest months are July, August and December, January and February. Hiking should be undertaken only by the physical fit.
Day 1: Kampala – Kasese
A full scenic days drive from Kampala takes you across the equator and through the Rift valley to your overnight stop at Kasese.
Day 2-4: Trekking Days
Assisted by guides and porters you hike up to one of the seven intermediate stages. There is a great diversity of vegetation, the chance of sporting some wild animals and breath taking views. The route chosen for you will be based on the skill and experience you have. The camp cook will prepare meals and accommodation is in mountain huts or tents.
Day 5:Return to Kampala
Make a slow descent into Kampala via Mbarara passing through small villages with their Ankole Cattle and viewing numerous mattock plantations arriving in Kampala late afternoon.
Note: This package can be extended to 10-12 days depending on how high one would like to climb. If you are serious climbers Baker (15889) and Margarita (16763 ft) peaks are worth visit. There are numerous rugged cliffs. Rock climbing equipment is needed.
