Rwenzori Mountains Climb Uganda is one the most exciting and challenging climbing expedition in Africa. The National Park named after the range covers nearly 100,000 ha in western Uganda. Undoubtedly the home of the famous mystical challenge that you are definitely seeking.

The Peaks

Of great importance the main part of the Rwenzori mountain chain, which includes Africa’s third highest peak (Mount Margherita: 5,109 m) is at the border of Uganda and the DRC. Further there are other popular peaks you can include in Rwenzori Mountains Climb are Mount Baker (4,842m), Mount Speke (4,890m), and Weismann’s Peak (4,620m). Additionally the region’s glaciers, waterfalls and lakes make it one of Africa’s most beautiful alpine areas. The park has many natural habitats of endangered species and a rich and unusual flora comprising, among other species, the giant heather. Rwenzori

Formation

Did you know Rwenzori Mountains are not volcanic? Unlike East Africa’s other major mountains, it is a block of rock up-faulted through the floor of the Western Rift Valley.

Mountaineering

Rwenzori Mountains Climb is a world-class hiking and mountaineering destination to Africa’s 3rd highest Peak (Margherita -5109m Asl). A nine- to twelve-day trek will get skilled climbers to the summit of Margherita. There are shorter, non-technical treks that are possible to scale the surrounding peaks.

Here is the detailed 10-day detailed itinerary for Rwenzori Mountains.

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