Mountain hiking safaris in Uganda
Famous Mountain hiking in Uganda: the Mountain hiking safaris in Uganda are conducted in several parts of the country. And on several mountain ranges that are scattered across the country. Uganda is the one of the best countries that offers the visitors with the great mountain hiking experiences. Because the country is surrounded by several mountains including the Rwenzori, known as the mountain of the moon.
where to do Mountain hiking safaris in Uganda
The hiking 4×4 self-drive off-road safari experience takes places on several mountains. And today we look at places where the mountain hiking or climbing experience takes place in Uganda.
Rwenzori Hiking safari
4×4 Off-road car rental Rwenzori Hiking safari: The Rwenzori hiking offers the visitors with the outstanding opportunity for enjoying the Rwenzori Mountains. Climbing safari will take you to the peak of margherita taking 7 days effective hiking. And offers fascinating nature and shunning views. It is also possible to make a shorter hike along the hills to experience a bit of the special nature combined with a classic safari. We can offer you a tailor made safari based on what you want to experience. And also your budget and time frame. So remember that all our safaris will be adjusted to fit your interests, wish and time.
The Rwenzori Mountain is traced along the border of Uganda and Democratic Republic of Congo, covering a length of 120km and width of 65km. The mountain ranges of Ruwenzori are regarded as the Africa’s third highest mountain. Mount Stanley that stands at the 5109m. And are also one of the only three on the continent with permanently snowcapped peak. The Rwenzori’s support an array of rare and endemic wildlife, stunning glaciers, beautiful waterfalls, lakes and rivers. Because of its beauty, the Rwenzori Mountains were ranked the best in Africa and ninth in the world for mountain hiking adventures.
So there is other shorter trails that offer easier treks such as the 3 days Mahoma loop. 1 day chimpanzee trail and 1 day kilembe trail. All our self-drivers have the opportunity to hike up to the highest peak. Provided they receive enough guidance and they follow what the guides are telling them.
Mountain Muhabura in Uganda
Mountain Muhabura in Uganda: In the chain of virunga mountains is mountain muhabura. Located on the border between Rwanda and Uganda. It is a challenging longer hike to the summit, taking about 5 hours, and it takes about as long to return. At the summit, there is a small crater lake that is easily accessed for views across the Virunga ranges. Mountain Muhabura in Uganda is 4127 meters above sea level.
Mountain Mgahinga in Uganda
Mgahinga Mountain in Uganda: This is a much smaller mountain of the three, situated between muhavura and sabinyo. It is a short and easier hike and its 3474meters above the sea level. At the summit, Crater Lake is larger and more difficult to navigate around in order to get better views.
Mountain Sabinyo in Uganda
Mountain Sabinyo in Uganda: This is situated on the common border of the three countries Uganda, Rwanda and DRC. It is the most challenging of the three because of more rugged terrain and with many craters. But the most fun and has the best views of the virunga stretching across all the three countries. It has three peak and look like three spaced teeth. Hence the local name sabinyo which translates ‘’old man’s teeth” mountain sabinyo is the 3645 meter above the sea level.
Sipi falls in Uganda
Sipi falls in Uganda: The Sipi falls is a set of three waterfalls (85m, 75m and 100m) and is situated along the foothill of mountain elgon. Hence is arguably most beautiful waterfalls you will encounter in Uganda and have become one of the iconic attraction of the eastern region. Sipi is easily accessible from Kampala and has become very popular for a day hike. The trek to visit all the three waters covers atrial of about 7km and on average you will take up to 3 hours to complete.
