Uganda's Rwenzori Mountains offer a spectacular and remote high mountain trek to the ‘Mountains of the Moon’.
Background
 An expedition of wildly differing character
offering a combination of jungle travel
and mountain climbing to Uganda’s
Rwenzori Mountains and three highest
peaks; Mt Margherita on the Stanley
Massif (5109m), Mt Speke (4890m) and Mt
Baker (4842m).
The Rwenzori Mountains lie along the
western border of Uganda and form the
legendary ‘Mountains of the Moon’. Our
peaks can be found in the centre of the
range; alpine in stature, glaciated and
snow capped. With the lower slopes
hidden by unusual and dense vegetation,
any ascent becomes a unique and
intriguing experience. Among the many
species of plants, we will see giant forms
of lobelia, heather and groundsel and
mesmerizing animals such as the blue
monkey, chimpanzee, giant forest hog and
many native birds.
The ascent of the upper slopes are not
technically difficult, but provide a thorough
alpine type experience on rock and snow
that is far more remote than anything in the
European Alps! The friendliness and
traditions of the local Bakonjo people will
add a new dimension to this fine mountain trekking experience.
Gorilla
Safari Extension(plus
4 days)
Accompanied by expert guides and trackers you will aim
to search out the rare and elusive silverback gorilla. This is
anextraordinary opportunity to witness elephant, hippo, lion,
leopard, buffalo and many other species in their natural habitat.
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