RWENZORI TREKKING - DETAILED ITINERARY
⚠ The price is valid for a group of six or more participants registered by 31 June 2026. After this date prices may change.
- In case of force majeure, the expedition is extended by one day.
DAY 1 - Travel from Bulgaria to Uganda
The group gathers at Sofia Airport, Terminal 2. Flight to Istanbul and connection to a flight to Uganda.
Note: Landing in Uganda is scheduled for early in the morning of the next day (Day 2).
DAY 2 – Arrival in Entebbe and travel to Kasese
We arrive early in the morning – around 04:00 at Entebbe International Airport.
A transfer to a hotel in Entebbe follows, where we will check in, have breakfast and rest after the flight.
In the early afternoon we set off by tourist van to Kasese.
We arrive in the evening and settle into the Trekkers Hostel, ready for the mountain adventure.
DAY 3 – Trek to Sine camp – 2,596 meters
08:00 briefing at Trekkers Hostel (base camp 1,450 meters). After the briefing the trek begins, with an overnight stay in the Sine hut at 2,596 meters – a day with an elevation gain of 1,146 meters. For the more advanced, it is possible to continue to Kalalama camp at 3,134 meters, which allows more time for acclimatization at Mutinda camp and the chance to climb to the Mutinda Lookout at 3,975 meters.
We start with a climb through a valley filled with tall trees of the Afromontane forest zone. This is a steady ascent with many birds and the chance to see blue monkeys. Sometimes groups of 15–20 black-and-white colobus can be observed, and with a little luck – the rare L'Hoest monkeys as well. The area is rich in plant species – from forest trees and bamboo to mosses, lichens and mushrooms. Enok's waterfalls are only 200 meters from the hut.
Sine camp is set on a narrow ridge among tall trees, with a wonderful view of a waterfall in the deep valley. In the evening you can sit by the campfire and talk with the guides about the mountain and their lives. The area also has a rich variety of birds.
Ascent: 1,146 m
Distance: 9.5 km
Time: 5–7 hours
DAY 4 – Trek to Mutinda camp – 3,588 meters
Departure at 8:30 and almost immediately you enter the zone of the bamboo forests – steep and with high steps, especially muddy in the rainy season. After a climb of 551 meters over 1.8 km you reach Kalalama (3,147 m) camp, where a short break can be taken.
From there the trail continues along a ridge with small rises, crossing streams and waterfalls, passing mossy riverbeds and old trees covered in lichens. In the afternoon you can climb to the Mutinda Lookout (1–2 h up and 1 h down) – incredible views of the Rwenzori Mountains, the town of Kasese and Lake George.
Ascent: 992 m
Distance: 6.1 km
Time: 5–7 hours
DAY 5 – Trek to Bugata camp – 4,100 meters
The trail is boggy, especially in the rainy season, but with care it is passable. You cross the Mutinda valley, climb a steep slope to the Namusangi (3,840 m) valley, and then continue with a steady ascent to Bugata camp.
Ascent: 474 m
Distance: 8.6 km
Time: 4–6 hours
DAY 6 – Trek to Hunwick's camp – 3,974 meters
You set off toward the Bamwanjarra (4,450 m) pass, from where, in clear weather, the three main peaks can be seen. The trail passes by bogs, dense greenery and lobelias. Further on there are steep sections before reaching Hunwick's camp with a panorama of the Stanley, Baker, Weismann and McConnell's Prong peaks.
Ascent: 457 m (but the camp is 87 m lower than the pass)
Distance: 8.3 km
Time: 7–9 hours
DAY 7 – Trek to Margherita camp – 4,485 meters
From Hunwick's you descend to Lake Kitandara, after which you climb through the Scott Elliott pass to Margherita camp, set among large rocks.
Ascent: 510 m
Distance: 5.1 km
Time: 4–6 hours
DAY 8 – Ascent of Margherita Peak – 5,109 meters
Wake-up at 2:00 and departure at 2:30 due to changeable weather. It is important to reach the summit before 10:00 for safety. The less experienced can climb to a panoramic rock on the southern edge of Alexandra Peak.
After the climb to 5,109 m you descend back to Hunwick's camp at 3,874 m.
Ascent: 624 m, descent: 1,134 m
Distance: 3.8 km to the summit + 8.9 km descent
Time: 4–6 h up, 3–5 h to Margherita, 3–4 h to Hunwick's
DAY 9 – Descent to Kiharo camp – 3,430 meters
Climb toward McConnell's Prong with views of the peaks, crossing the Oliver's Pass (4,505 m), then descending toward the Nyamwamba river. Optional – a climb of Weismann's Peak (4,620 m) for $20. The trail follows the valley to Kiharo camp.
Ascent: 530 m, descent: 1,075 m
Distance: 15.8 km
Time: 9–12 hours
DAY 10 – Descent to Base Camp – 1,450 meters and travel to Entebbe
Distance: 12.2 km to the gate + 2.8 km to the Trekkers hostel
Time: 7–8 hours
The trail down the Nyamwamba valley is exceptionally beautiful – waterfalls, mosses, rocks and wildlife. Part of it follows the river itself, and at steep sections you cross along a ridge. At the end there is a shelter for a rest, after which you pass through a forest full of life.
Descent: 1,980 m
Distance: 16 km
The expedition ends around 16:00 depending on the group's pace.
19:00 travel by van to Entebbe; departure can also be later so that the next day at 06:00 the group can be at Entebbe International Airport for the flight to Bulgaria (applies in case of force majeure)
DAY 11 – Reserve day
This day is kept as a reserve in case of unexpected situations in the mountain.
If force majeure circumstances arise, we will extend the stay in the mountain to complete the planned ascent safely.
If everything goes according to plan, we will set off early in the morning for Entebbe. There we will check into a hotel and have a free day for rest, a walk or shopping.
DAY 12 – Travel to Bulgaria
06:00 flight from Entebbe International Airport to Sofia
20:15 arrival in Sofia.
USEFUL INFORMATION
Required documents:
- International passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into the country
- Visa for Uganda (handled by us)
Recommended vaccines:
- Yellow fever
What to bring:
- Be sure to bring insect repellent!
- For the treks that will be made, you need comfortable shoes, wide-brimmed light-colored hats, a swimsuit and a summer raincoat.
- For your stay in Uganda you need to bring US dollars (USD). It is important that the bills have a denomination of $50 or $100, since $20, $10, $5, $2 and $1 notes are not accepted for exchange or payment on site. Notes must be from the 2013 series or newer. They must have no stamps, inscriptions or pen marks, no tears, stains or creasing.