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Overview
This involves traversing through the scenic Mount Elgon National Park to reach Wagagai Peak. The hike takes you through forest land, hills, valleys, caves, several peaks, and unique vegetation. The park is full of life with a variety of rare plant and animal species.
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Description
This involves traversing through the scenic Mount Elgon National Park to reach Wagagai Peak. The hike takes you through forest land, hills, valleys, caves, several peaks, and unique vegetation. The park is full of life with a variety of rare plant and animal species. It is home to over 300 bird species.
Mount Elgon trekking is the perfect way to appreciate the beauty and diversity of the Elgon region. It’s a moderately challenging hike that even children of over 10 years and older people can partake in.
The forest has several forms of vegetation, making the trek really fascinating. Mount Elgon trekking includes hiking in the montane forest, bamboo forest, heather zone, and moorland vegetation.
Mount Elgon trekking is the perfect way to leave the noisy world behind and embark on a hike into the wilderness. The national park is tranquil, making it the best place to unwind and destress for a while.
Experience the fresh air and earthy scents as you explore the captivating Montane region. Then, feel a sense of wild freedom in the moorland section with panoramic views.
Moreover, the Uganda Wildlife Authority provides rangers for security, which means you have nothing to worry about during the hike. At Mount Elgon Trekkers, we ensure you get the best guides, chefs, porters, and rangers to make your stay in the national park memorable.
What's included
Itinerary
DAY 1:
The hike starts from River Line Guest House in Bududa, a place with a breathtaking landscape. Bududa has dense greenery, captivating high hills, valleys, and steep slopes, which will give you a preview of what the Elgon landscape looks like.
From the lodge, you’ll take a car ride or motorcycle ride to the Bushiyi Ranger Post / UWA office. From there, you hike 19 km to Dubi camp through the montane rainforest, taking a break at Shilonko camp for lunch. Dinner will be at Dubi camp, where you’ll spend the first night.
You’ll see different species of monkeys jumping over the trees, for example, the black and white colobus monkeys and blue-face monkeys. You might also encounter squirrels and other small animals in the forest. Enjoy the sights and sounds of a variety of birds as you go deeper into the trail.
DAY 2:
Early the next morning, you have breakfast at Dubi camp and then embark on climbing the last 9km to Wagagai Peak. Having left the montane forest already, you’ll now move from the Heather zone to Moorland.
This section is an open area that allows you to have a wide magnificent view of the alluring and unique features around you. You’ll also view peaks on both the Ugandan and Kenyan sides. One of the most prominent being Jackson’s peak.
Reaching the highest peak of Mount Elgon will give you a strong sense of accomplishment. Take photos and view the beautiful landscape around you. After leaving Wagagai Peak, you return to Dubi camp, have lunch, and relax till dinner time.
DAY 3:
Finally, you descend to the Bushiyi Ranger post for official checkout using the same trail.
Frequently Asked Questions
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3 DAYS MOUNTAIN ELGON TREKK duration is 3 days.
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