Introduction:

Rwenzori mountains overnight trek is a short-time trekkers favorite! The two days/ one night overnight trek in the lower Rwenzori mountains, brings mountain lovers to the mountain scenery, forests, and lake views. The trek takes guests through the rich montane forest and bambo zones of Rwenzori Mountains.  It is also a birders choice as you have chances of spotting the little colorful birds, the Rwenzori Turaco and other endemics, along with other small animals unique to Rwenzori such as the chameleons, primates and insects.

Day 1 – Arrival at the base camp 1646m: Today you will arrive and have a night at Ruboni community camp. Meet your guide and take briefing as we check your items in comparison to the packing list.  Dinner and overnight at the Rwenzori trekkers campground.

Day 2 – Nyakalengija gate1646m – Nyabitaba 2632 m: On the first trekking day, we start Rwenzori climbing from Ruboni community camp. After briefing with the local porters and guides, you will tramsfer to the park gate and trek from 1646 meters to Nyabitaba Campground at 2632 m Dinner and overnight at the mountain camp. (5-6hrs)

Day 3– Nyabitaba 2632 m: – Nyakalengija gate1646m: After breakfast at Nyabitaba, you will trek through the mix of bamboo and tree forest to Lake Mahoma to take the great views and picture moment over the lake. On this trek, you have chances of finding Rwenzori Turaco birds chameleons, primates in the canopy, elephant spoors, birds and or ducks swimming on lake Mahoma. Lake Mahoma is the largest and lowest of all the lakes on mount Rwenzori. After a good time at Lake Mahoma, return to lunch at Nyabitaba and then descend to the Rwenzori National Park gate and then Rwenzori trekkers campground. (3hrs)

Price per person: USD220.00

Rwenzori mountains overnight trek package Includes:

• All park entrance and guiding fees in the mountains
• All camping gear
• All meals in the mountains
• All porters and guides in the mountains
• All accommodation for one night while in the mountains
• One night accommodation at the base camp on half board

Excludes:

• Visa fees (if required) require an online visa applicationand prior approval (EA visa at 100$)
• All bar drinks and extras at the hotels
• Insurance cover.
• Entry Visas and air tickets
• All Optional Activities and activities of personal interest not on the itinerary
• Tips (recommended on every trip)
• Laundry (if required)
• Transport to and from the base camp (can be added on request)
• Extra night accommodation at the base camp
• Extra days in the mountains (if required)

What to bring:

• Walking shoes or boots as it can get muddy on the nature trails
• Insect repellent
• Hat and sun cream
• Cash for tips and gift purchases
• Drinks and snacks can be purchased
• Refillable water bottle
• waterproof plastic bag to protect cameras etc

A separate packing list will be shared upon booking.