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On this trip to hike the Rwenzori Mountains, you will be able to sight primates like the Blue monkeys, Black and White Monkeys, a variety of bird species not forgetting the Great Blue Turaco, reptiles like the 3 horned Chameleon, the stunning vegetation zones which are tropical rain forests, water falls and Rivers as well making it to the 3rd highest mountain peak in Africa at 5109 meters above sea level.
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Meeting and pickup
We meet can meet travelers at Trek Rwenzori Tours offices in Boma Fort Portal or meet at your hotel in Fort portal
What to expect
During this trek we climb all the major peaks, Portal Peaks, Mt. Gessi, Mt. Emin, Margherita Peak, and Mt. Speke.
Very experienced hikers can complete the trek in 6 to 7 days, however for most others we factor in one day of rest to acclimatize to the altitude and finish the trek in 7 to 8 days.
Below is the Highlight of the Itinerary for this hike.
Day 1: Nyakalengija (1615m) to Nyabitaba Hut (2651m)
Day 2: Nyabitaba Hut (2651m)to Mubuku River (2600m) and John Matte Hut (3380m)
Day 3: John Matte Hut (3380m)to Bujuku Hut (3962m)
Day 4: Bujuku Hut (3977m) to Elena Hut (4541m)
Day 5: Elena Hut (4541m) to Margherita peak– Kitandara hut (4027m)
Day 6: Kitandara (4027m) to Fresh Field Pass (4282m) to Guy Yeoman Hut (3450m)
Day 7: Guy Yeoman Hut (3450m) to Nyabitaba Hut(2651m)
Day 8: Nyabitaba Hut (2651m) to Nyakalengija (1615m)
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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