Uganda's grasslands & guided mountain hiking
This 11-day journey strikes a rare balance between raw wilderness and exhilarating adventure. Over five days, you will trek through the Rwenzori Mountains before descending to the serene shores of Lake Mahoma, one of Uganda's most breathtaking and least-discovered retreats.
The trail behind you, the journey continues into Kalinzu Central Forest Reserve for an intimate chimpanzee encounter, before culminating in the celebrated landscapes of Queen Elizabeth National Park where Uganda's remarkable natural heritage unfolds in full splendor.
Services
Included:
- 10 nights accommodation in double or twin rooms
- All-inclusive
- Activities & admission fees to sites as per the itinerary
- Private guide during transfers
Excluded:
- Drinks
Optional:
- Lion tracking with research team on day 9 in Queen Elizabeth National park
Itinerary at a Glance
Entebbe
Welcome to Uganda!
Ruboni Community
Make Your Way to Rwenzori
Rwenzori Mountains
Hike to Lake Mahoma
Rwenzori Mountains
Hike from Lake Mahoma to Guyeoman
Rwenzori Mountains
Hike to Kitandra Camp
Rwenzori Mountains
Hike to Guy Yeoman Camp
Ruboni
End the Trail at Base Camp
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park and Boatride
Queen Elizabeth National Park - Kalinzu Forest
A Morning Game Drive and Chimp Trekking
Kampala
Return to Entebbe
Entebbe
Farewell, Uganda!
Detailed Itinerary
Entebbe
Day 1: Welcome to Uganda!
Welcome to alluring Uganda!
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to your hotel conveniently located in tranquil Entebbe.
Settle in and spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Make sure to take a good rest and charge your batteries. Your adventure starts tomorrow!
Ruboni Community
Day 2: Make Your Way to Rwenzori
Transfer to Rwenzori, home to the Rwenzori Mountains in Western Uganda, right at the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the East African Rift Valley.
Home of glaciers that make one of the sources of the river Nile, Rwenzori's nature is simplly stunning.
Arrive in Rwenzori and settle in at the Ruboni Community Camp.
Rwenzori Mountains
Day 3: Hike to Lake Mahoma
Today you will hike to idyllic Lake Mahoma, set high up at 3300m above sea level.
Enjoy the trek through lush nature and rolling hills. It will be challenging - but achievable for most, and totally worthwhile!
Rwenzori Mountains
Day 4: Hike from Lake Mahoma to Guyeoman
After an early breakfast, get ready to continue your trek from Lake Mahoma to Guyeoman.
Cross a beautiful bamboo forest and head out to discover some breathtaking scenery. The birdwatching here is superb!
Rwenzori Mountains
Day 5: Hike to Kitandra Camp
Today you will proceed from Guyeyoman to Kitandara Camp. Experience amazing nature whilst crisscrossing rivers and heading up to the mountains.
Rwenzori Mountains
Day 6: Hike to Guy Yeoman Camp
It's time to head back!
Leave Kitandara Camp and go to Guyyeoman Camp. Enjoy another day of impressive nature and mind-blowing vistas!
Ruboni
Day 7: End the Trail at Base Camp
Leave Guyyeoman Camp and trek until you reach Base camp.
Watch out for some slippery and boggy areas on the way!
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 8: Queen Elizabeth National Park and Boatride
It's time to move on to the world-famous Queen Elizabeth National Park in southwest Uganda, home to a myriad of wildlife.
In the afternoon take a boat ride on the Kazinga Channel, where you can spot hippos and Nile crocodiles, among others.
Queen Elizabeth National Park - Kalinzu Forest
Day 9: A Morning Game Drive and Chimp Trekking
Discover the beauty and biodiversity of the Queen Elizabeth National Park on a morning game drive.
In the afternoon, top it all off with some Chimp trekking at Kalinzu Central Forest Reserve.
Kampala
Day 10: Return to Entebbe
Prepare for long day!
Head back to Kampala. The journey may be long but you will be so excited by the recent memories filling your head that we are sure time will fly by!
Entebbe
Day 11: Farewell, Uganda!
Wake up to a relaxing morning in Kampala.
When the time comes, transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your outbound flight.
Safe travels, and visit again soon!
