Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where you’ll be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel in Kampala. Relax after your journey and receive a detailed briefing on the trek ahead.
Accommodation: Cassia Lodge / Fairway Hotel (Mid-range)
Meals: Dinner

After breakfast, drive west through rolling hills, tea plantations, and scenic countryside to Fort Portal (approx. 6–7 hours). Stop for lunch en route and enjoy the stunning views of the Rwenzori ranges as you approach the base of the mountains. Overnight in Kasese, the gateway to Rwenzori Mountains National Park.
Accommodation: Rwenzori View Guesthouse / Equator Snow Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After registering at the park gate, begin your trek from Nyakalengija (1,615m). The trail winds through farmland and montane forest, where you may spot blue monkeys and black-and-white colobus. The climb is moderate but steady, with views of the Mubuku River and Portal Peaks. Arrive at Nyabitaba Hut for dinner and overnight.
Trekking time: 5–6 hours
Accommodation: Nyabitaba Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Descend to cross the Bujuku River, then climb through bamboo forests and moss-covered zones filled with giant ferns. The trail becomes steeper as you ascend to the heath and moorland zone, with spectacular views of Mount Stanley and Mount Speke. Overnight at John Matte Hut, near the edge of the Bujuku Valley.
Trekking time: 6–7 hours
Accommodation: John Matte Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

The trail crosses the Lower Bigo Bog, an otherworldly landscape of giant lobelias and groundsel plants. Wooden boardwalks help hikers navigate the bog. Continue along the Bujuku River to Lake Bujuku, framed by Mount Baker, Stanley, and Speke. This is one of the most scenic days of the trek.
Trekking time: 5–6 hours
Accommodation: Bujuku Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Climb steeply to the Upper Bigo Bog and on to the alpine zone dominated by lichens and everlasting flowers. The path splits at the Scott-Elliot Pass (4,372m) — one route heads toward Elena Hut, the base camp for the Margherita Peak ascent. Expect colder temperatures and possible snow.
Trekking time: 4–5 hours
Accommodation: Elena Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Begin early (around 2 a.m.) for the summit push to Margherita Peak, the highest point of the Rwenzoris and the third-highest mountain in Africa. Trek over glaciers and rocky ridges, guided by your mountain guide and equipped with crampons and ropes. From the top, enjoy an awe-inspiring panorama of Uganda, Congo, and the snow-capped peaks of the range. Descend back to Kitandara Hut (4,023m) for a warm meal and rest.
Trekking time: 8–10 hours
Accommodation: Kitandara Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Descend through the lush montane forest, passing streams, moss-covered rocks, and birdlife. The descent is long but scenic, offering a chance to reflect on your achievement.
Trekking time: 6–8 hours
Accommodation: Nyabitaba Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Descend the final section to the park gate, where you’ll receive your Rwenzori trekking certificate. Meet your driver and return to Kampala or Entebbe. Depending on your flight schedule, you can transfer directly to the airport for departure.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Package Includes:

• Airport transfers

• All park entrance and trekking permits

• Accommodation and meals as per itinerary

• Experienced mountain guides and porters

• All cooking equipment and utensils

• Bottled water during trek

• All ground transport in 4x4 vehicle

Package Excludes:

• International flights and visas

• Travel and medical insurance

• Tips for guides and porters

• Personal gear (available for hire)

• Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses