Uganda Mountaineering Adventures

Uganda is a unique adventure destination to hikers who are interested in climbing and trekking over small hills, medium sized and high mountains. The snow capped Rwenzoris, also known as the Mountains of the Moon running along the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo offer great opportunities to travelers interested in climbing not only the tallest ranges of Africa but also of the world as well. In the eastern part o the country Mt. Elgon, also called Masaba by the Bagisu present wonderful hiking to medium and high climbers.

Rwenzori Mountain Hike - 9 days hike leading you to Uganda's highest point, Margherita peak (5,109). Walking past typical “ wattle and mud” Bakonjo homes and gradually moving upward through elephant grass and garden plots is quite adventerous as you trascend to one of Africa's highest points. The Rwenzori range has 6 major peaks, Mt Stanley (5,109m), Mt Speke (4,890m) Mt Baker (4,843m), Mt Emin (4,798m), Mt Gessi (4,715m) and Mt Luigi di Savoia (4,627m). The highest peak in the Mt Stanley complex is called Margherita peak (5,109) and it is this peak which makes the Rwenzori Mountains the 3rd highest range in Africa. MORE>>