Rwenzori Mountains National Park

Harbouring the fabled Mountains of the Moon whose highest point is at 5,109 metres above sea level on Mt Stanley’s Margherita Peak. The park harbors over 70 mammals and 217 bird species including 19 Albertine Rift endemics, the world’s rarest vegetation; moist montane forest and lies in western Uganda along the Uganda-Congo border. The scenery of the valley of nine lakes, the confronted lichen hanging from giant heathers with a backdrop of rocky face, crags, and snowfall capped peaks is a norm to the destination like no other.

The variety of trekking and climbing options ranging from one day to twelve days with the trekking customized to suit your style of adventure and schedule. Mount Rwenzori range is a true mountain range with numerous, descent climbs that make it a tough climb however, no doubt that the scenery and any vegetations at the top are incredible. The moss enclosed rocks, the compacted vegetation, the lofty peaks, and overhangs towering above to the colourful mosses draped across the mountainside and twisting streams along the peaks constitute hiking in this scenery wonderland which changes through several biospheres as you climb making the “Rwenzori Mountains” a truly unique experience.

For guests who prefer something a little less strenuous, neighbouring Bakonzo villages offer nature walks, homestead visits home cultural performances and accommodation, including home-cooked local cuisine.

Why specially visit Rwenzori Mountain National Park. The park harbours the world-class hiking destination like no other in Uganda, nine- to twelve-day trek will get skilled climbers to the summit of Margherita-the highest peak-though shorter, non-technical treks are possible to scale the surrounding peaks.