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12 Days Rwenzori Trek – Central Circuit


Remote, wild, and otherworldly… Africa’s most untouched mountain experience.


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a mountain with a snow capped peak in the distance
A group of giraffes standing in a field

"Summits are a source of smiles, achievement and celebration."

James Kagambi
First Kenyan to summit Mt. Everest

Itinerary

Day 1: Travel to Uganda
Depart for Entebbe, Uganda.
Overnight.

Day 2: Arrival in Entebbe
Arrive in Entebbe and transfer to your hotel to prepare for the adventure.
Overnight.

Day 3: Entebbe → Kasese
Travel through Fort Portal to Kasese, the gateway to the Rwenzori Mountains.
Dinner & overnight.

Day 4: Kasese → Nyabitaba Hut
Begin your trek through lush rainforest, crossing rivers and forest trails to Nyabitaba Hut, with opportunities to spot monkeys and colorful birdlife.
Dinner & overnight.

Day 5: Nyabitaba Hut → John Matte Hut
Trek through bamboo forests, giant heather, and scenic valleys while enjoying spectacular mountain views.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner & overnight.

Day 6: John Matte Hut → Bujuku Hut
Cross the famous Bigo Bog and continue to beautiful Bujuku Hut beneath Mount Baker and Mount Speke.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner & overnight.

Day 7: Mount Speke Ascent
Climb Mount Speke or enjoy a day exploring the alpine landscapes before returning to Bujuku Hut.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner & overnight.

Day 8: Bujuku Hut → Elena Hut
Ascend through dramatic alpine scenery and Groundsel Gully to Elena Hut, the base for the Margherita Peak summit.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner & overnight.

Day 9: Margherita Peak Summit
Summit Margherita Peak (5,109 m), the highest point in the Rwenzori Mountains, before descending to Kitandara Hut.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner & overnight.

Day 10: Kitandara Hut → Guy Yeoman Hut
Cross Freshfield Pass with breathtaking mountain views and optional ascent of Mount Baker before descending to Guy Yeoman Hut.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner & overnight.

Day 11: Guy Yeoman Hut → Kasese
Complete the trek with a descent through the forest to the park gate before transferring back to Kasese.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner & overnight.

Day 12: Departure
Transfer to Entebbe for your onward flight home.

Pricing(USD per person)

Professional

$ 2,800

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Includes

Hotel accommodation before & after the trek (Bed & Breakfast)
Transport between Entebbe and Rwenzori
Professional guides, cook & porters
Park entry & hut fees
All meals during the trek

Excludes

Personal hiking gear
Travel & medical insurance
Drinks
Tips for the mountain crew
Personal expenses & itinerary changes

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