All inclusive mountain Rwenzori hiking & wildlife safari expeditions

Mountain Rwenzori climbing/ hiking safari over a mountain peninsular that spans 120 km long and 65 km wide with their highest point being at 5,109m above sea level the Margareta peak. Mountain Rwenzori has 16 beautiful snow capped peaks with 5 peaks among the highest in Africa and 3 of these (Margareta (mt. Stanley), Speke and Baker) permanently snow capped. Reaching these peaks takes different days and adventure depending the trekking trail/circuit used. There are 3 trekking circuits; Central Circuit route, Kilembe route & Bukurungu wilderness camping trail. There are different camping tents and huts at different stations for resting and sleeping over and during the night times and for refreshments.

Mountain Rwenzori peak climbing/ hiking safari

The highest peaks on the six mountains that form the high Rwenzori can all be climbed. The most popular is the 5109m Margherita, the highest point on Mount Stanley and the roof of the Rwenzori. Summiting on Stanley95,109m), Speke(4,890m), and Baker(4,843m) is a physically demanding activity, frequently in bad weather, and for which specialist equipment and technical experience is required. An ascent of Mount Stanley requires a minimum of seven days on the mountain. It consists of six massifs separated by deep gorges: Mount Stanley, Mount Speke, Mount Baker, Mount Emin (4,798m), Mount Gessi (4,715m) and Mount Luigi di Savoia (4,627m). Mount Stanley has several subsidiary summits, with Margherita Peak being the highest point.

Rwenzori trekking circuit routes/trails;

Central circuit route

The central circuit trail is the oldest trail that leads to the snow capped mountain peak of Margareta. This trail passes through 5 vegetation zones of the Rwenzori mountains national park offering unique sceneries of valleys, Rwenzori endemic species, wild game, mountainous rocky peaks, sun horizons to mention but a few. The central trail is the shortest and easiest of all trails to reach to the snow capped Margarete peak on Mount Stanley which takes 7 days and 6 nights to accomplish the hike.

Kilembe circuit trail

The Kilembe circuit trail also know as the southern circuit is longer than the central circuit trail taking up to 8 days of trekking. This trail gives more trekking time and less pressurizing to accomplish the hike. This hike guarantees breath taking sceneries, lakes, glaciers and has safe tracks along the montane vegetation.

Bukurungu circuit trail

The Bukurungu circuit trail was established after the central and Kilembe circuit trails to combine a feeling of nature and the trekking activities. This trail offer sceneries of rivers, water falls, tropical forests, lakes (Bujuku, Bukurungu, Irene and Mughuli). The water sources are some of the sources of the river Nile. This trail takes 8 days to reach the highest peak of Margareta. This trail is commonly used for camping unlike the others that have huts.

Rwenzori mountain trekking safaris can be as short as a 1 day hiking experience to the first station that is about 12 km to as long as 15 days and also combined with other activities such as gorilla trekking, game drives, birding, chimpanzee tracking, golden monkey tracking among others.

Mountain Rwenzori climbing/ hiking safari packages

Preparing for mountain climbing

Technical Clothing

Waterproof jacket, breathable with hood.
Very Warm insulated jacket, synthetic or down (this can be rented locally if required).
warm jacket, fleece, soft-shell or down.
light fleece or gilet.
Long sleeve base layer t-shirt, moisture-wicking fabric.
Short sleeve t-shirt, moisture-wicking fabric.
Waterproof trousers, breathable.
Hiking trousers.
Shorts (optional).
Long leg base layers, moisture-wicking fabric.
Underwear, moisture-wicking fabric.
Sports bra (as required).

Headwear

Brimmed or peaked hat, for sun protection.
Warm hat/head socks
Balaclava or buff/snood.

Hand-wear

Very warm gloves or mitts (waterproof recommended).
Gloves, light fleece or trekking gloves.

Footwear

Hiking boots or shoes, warm, waterproof (make sure boots are well-fitted and are ‘worn-in’ to prevent blisters).
Trekking socks, wool or synthetic.
Thick wool very warm trekking socks or ski socks for the summit day. These could also be layered over the above for extra warmth.

Accessories

Sunglasses or goggles with UV protection.
Backpack cover, waterproof (optional)
Water Bottle for hydration
Pee bottle, to avoid leaving tent at night (optional but recommended)
Stuff sacks, dry bags or Ziploc-type bags to keep gear dry and separate.

Equipment

Sleeping bag, warm, comfort rating of – 12°C (*this can be rented locally if required).
Cotton sleeping bag liner (optional but recommended for those renting sleeping bags or for extra warmth).
Camp pillow, inflatable (optional), or use warm jacket inside a stuff sack.
Trekking poles, collapsible (highly recommended) (*these can be rented locally if required).
Head torch, with extra batteries.
Large rucksack or duffel bag- for porters to carry your equipment.
Daypack- for you to carry your personal gear.

Others

Basic toiletries.
Prescriptions.
Sunscreen – factor 50+ is required due to the extremely high UV strength on the mountain.
Small bottle of moisturizer
Lip balm with UV protection.
Pairs of ‘hand-warmers’ (HotHands – air activated hand-warmers) for summit day.
Pair of foot/toe warmers for summit day.
Ear plugs and eye mask for camp.
Insect repellent, containing DEET.
Personal first aid kit, including blister plasters, paracetamol, ibuprofen and rehydration treatment.
Hand sanitizer.
Toilet paper.
Wet wipes (recommended).
Personal snacks, lightweight, high calorie (optional, but consider 1 or 2 bars/small snacks per day). We recommend bringing a variety of snacks.
Electrolytes, powder or tablets as may be recommended by physician as per your health.
Photography camera (optional).
Portable charger or solar charger (optional).
Book, card game or similar (optional)

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Mountain Rwenzori peak climbing/ hiking safari

Rwenzori trekking circuit routes/trails;

Central circuit route

Kilembe circuit trail

Bukurungu circuit trail

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