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Mount Elgon Private 3 Day Hiking Tour

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Length

3 days

Itinerary

3 days planned

Group

Private

Guides

English

Overview

The 3-Day Mount Elgon Hike offers a perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty for budget-conscious hikers. This exhilarating journey leads you to Wagagai Peak, Uganda's highest point, while showcasing diverse ecosystems and spectacular landscapes. Enjoy encounters with unique wildlife, including black-and-white colobus monkeys, and explore stunning views of Uganda, the Kenyan side of Mount Elgon and caves along the way. With a high success rate, this trek is ideal for those looking to conquer Mt Elgon quickly without compromising on the experience.

- Trek through lush montane forests and moorland to Wagagai Peak (4,321m).

- Professional guide, ranger escort, porter, and cook included for a seamless experience.

- All meals, camping gear, and park fees covered during your 3-day adventure.

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Bushiyi Ranger post to Dubi camp⌄

    You will start your hike into Mount Elgon National Park via the Bushiyi Trail. Bushiyi to Dubi Camp - Morning motorcycle transfer from your hotel to Bushiyi Ranger Post - Check-in and briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers - Meet your hiking team — guides, ranger escorts, cook, and porters - Begin your 19 km hike to Dubi Camp, with a lunch break at Shilonko Camp - Dinner and overnight at Dubi Camp (approx. 2,900m)

    Meals: Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Overnight camping at Dubbi

  2. 2Dubi Camp to Wagagai⌄

    You will continue with your hike to Summit Wagagai Peak (4,321m) as follows: Dubi Camp to Wagagai Peak and back to Dubi Camp - Early breakfast at Dubi Camp - Start your 9 km ascent through the heather zone and moorland to the summit - Celebrate your Wagagai Peak success with incredible 360° views over Uganda and Kenya and have lunch - Descend back to Dubi Camp for dinner and rest - Overnight stay at Dubi Camp

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Overnight camping at Dubbi

  3. 3Dubi camp to Bushiyi ranger post⌄

    Exit Mount Elgon National Park and end your tour as follows: Descent to Bushiyi & Departure - Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before descending to Bushiyi Ranger Post - Check out and bid farewell to your crew - Transfer back to Mbale or your next destination

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

What's included

  • ✓1 Porter
  • ✓Entrance fee
  • ✓Lunch
  • ✓Dinner
  • ✓A guide
  • ✓Breakfast

Not included

  • ✕Transport from your hotel to the starting point
  • ✕Transport from the trail head after the hike
  • ✕Accommodation before and after the hike
  • ✕Tips

Good to know

Starts: Our guide or driver will come to pick you from your hotel or your point of location, you will meet him or her at the entrance or at the reception wearing a t-shirt with our company logo.

Ends: Our guide or driver will come to pick you from your hotel or your point of location, you will meet him or her at the entrance or at the reception wearing a t-shirt with our company logo.

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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