Rwenzori Trekking – Don't miss the chance to conquer the Mountains of the Moon, to climb Margherita Peak 5,109 meters with the famous mountaineer Doychin Boyanov!
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RWENZORI TREKKING

Detailed schedule for trekking in the Rwenzori Mountains

RWENZORI TREKKING - DETAILED SCHEDULE

⚠️ The price is valid for a group of six or more participants registered by May 31, 2025. After this date, prices may change.
- In case of force majeure, the expedition will be extended by one day.

DAY 1 - Travel from Bulgaria to Uganda

Group gathering at Sofia Airport, Terminal 2. Flight to Istanbul and transfer to a flight to Uganda.
Note: Landing in Uganda is scheduled for early morning 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.
Transfer to a hotel in Entebbe follows, where we will check in, have breakfast, and rest after the flight.
In the early afternoon, we depart with a tourist van to Kasese.
We arrive in the evening and check into Trekkers Hostel, ready for the mountain adventure.

DAY 3 – Trek to Sine Camp – 2596 meters

08:00 briefing at Trekkers Hostel (base camp 1450 meters). After the briefing, the trek begins, with overnight stay at Sine hut at 2596 meters – a day with an elevation gain of 1146 meters. For more advanced trekkers, continuing to Kalalama camp at 3134 meters is possible, providing more time for acclimatization at Mutinda camp and the opportunity to climb to Mutinda Lookout at 3975 meters.
We start with a climb through a valley filled with tall trees from the Afromontane forest zone. This is a steady climb with many birds and the opportunity to see blue monkeys. Sometimes groups of 15–20 black-and-white colobus monkeys can be observed, and with some luck – the rare L'Hoest monkeys. The area is rich in plant species – from forest trees and bamboo to mosses, lichens, and fungi. The Enock waterfalls are located just 200 meters from the hut.
Sine camp is located 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 life. The area also has a rich diversity of birds.
Ascent: 1146 m
Distance: 9.5 km
Time: 5–7 hours

DAY 4 – Trek to Mutinda Camp – 3588 meters

Departure at 8:30 and almost immediately you enter the bamboo forest zone – steep and with high steps, especially muddy in the rainy season. After an ascent of 551 meters for 1.8 km, you reach Kalalama camp (3147 m), where you can take a short break.
From there, the trail continues along a ridge with small hills, crosses streams and waterfalls, passing by mossy riverbeds and old lichen-covered trees. In the afternoon, you can climb to Mutinda Lookout (1–2 hrs up and 1 hr down) – incredible views of the Rwenzori mountains, the city of Kasese, and Lake George.
Ascent: 992 m
Distance: 6.1 km
Time: 5–7 hours

DAY 5 – Trek to Bugata Camp – 4100 meters

The trail is swampy, especially in the rainy season, but can be crossed with care. Cross the Mutinda valley, climb a steep slope to the Namusangi valley (3840 m), then continue with a steady climb to Bugata camp.
Ascent: 474 m
Distance: 8.6 km
Time: 4–6 hours

DAY 6 – Trek to Hunwick's Camp – 3974 meters

Head towards Bamwanjarra Pass (4450 m), from where on a clear day you can see the three main peaks. The trail passes by swamps, dense greenery, and lobelias. Further along, steep sections follow before reaching Hunwick's camp with a panorama of peaks Stanley, Baker, Weismann, and McConnell's Prong.
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 – 4485 meters

From Hunwick's, descend to Lake Kitandara, then climb through Scott Elliott Pass to Margherita camp, located among large rocks.
Ascent: 510 m
Distance: 5.1 km
Time: 4–6 hours

DAY 8 – Summit Margherita Peak – 5109 meters

Wake up at 2:00 am and departure at 2:30 am due to variable weather. Reaching the summit before 10:00 am is important for safety. Less experienced climbers can ascend to a panoramic rock on the south ridge of Alexandra peak.
After climbing to 5109 m, descend back to Hunwick's camp at 3874 m.
Ascent: 624 m, descent: 1134 m
Distance: 3.8 km to summit + 8.9 km descent
Time: 4–6 hrs up, 3–5 hrs to Margherita, 3–4 hrs to Hunwick's

DAY 9 – Descent to Kiharo Camp – 3430 meters

Ascend towards McConnell's Prong with views of the peaks, pass through Oliver's Pass (4505 m), then descend to the Nyamwamba river. Optionally – climb Weismann's Peak (4620 m) for $20. The trail follows the valley to Kiharo camp.
Ascent: 530 m, descent: 1075 m
Distance: 15.8 km
Time: 9–12 hours

DAY 10 – Descent to Base Camp – 1450 meters and travel to Entebbe

Distance: 12.2 km to the gate + 2.8 km to 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, it passes along a ridge. At the end, there is a shelter for rest, after which you pass through a forest full of life.
Elevation loss: 1980 m
Distance: 16 km
The expedition ends around 16:00 depending on the group's pace.
19:00 travel by van to Entebbe, with possibility to depart later so that the next day at 06:00 the group can be at Entebbe International Airport for the flight to Bulgaria (valid in case of force majeure)

DAY 11 – Reserve Day

This day is reserved as backup in case of unexpected situations in the mountain.
If force majeure circumstances occur, we will extend our stay in the mountain to complete the planned climb safely.
If everything goes as planned, we will depart early in the morning to Entebbe. There we will check into a hotel and have a free day for rest, sightseeing, 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 with validity of at least 6 months from the date of entry into the country
  • Uganda visa (covered by us)

Recommended vaccinations:

  • Yellow fever

What to bring:

  1. Be sure to bring insect repellent!
  2. For the treks, you will need comfortable shoes, wide-brimmed light-colored hats, swimwear, and a summer rain jacket.
  3. For your stay in Uganda, you need to carry US dollars (USD). It is important that the bills are $50 or $100 denominations, as $20, $10, $5, $2, and $1 notes are not accepted for exchange or payment on site. Bills must be from 2013 or newer. They must not have any stamps, inscriptions, or pen marks, no tears, stains, or creases.
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