Rwenzori Mountain Accommodations

 Camping
There is an extensive system of huts along the main circuit of the Rwenzori. These include Nyabitaba hut at 2650 meters, John Matte Hut at 3380 meters, the Bujuku Hut at 3977 meters, Elena Hut high on the flanks of Mt. Stanley at 4540 meters, the Kitandara Lake Hut at 4027 meters and the Guy Yeoman Hut down the Mubuku River Valley at 3260 meters.

There are five huts on the Western side of the range in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. These include Kyandolere at 1700 meters, Kalongi at 2140 meters, Mahungu at 3310 meters, Kyondo at 4303 meters and the Moraine hut at 4500 meters. All were built in 1942 (Osmaston, 2006).

If you are going off the main circuit, it is possible to camp in tents and frequently under rock overhangs that are very common in the range.
Ruboni
Ruboni Community Camp, Ruboni Turaco view camp, Geolodges Equator snow

 

Nyakalengija
Rwenzori Mountains Safari Lodge (Rwenzori Mountaineering Services)

kilembe

Trekkers Hostel (Rwenzori Trekking Services)

RUBONI COMMUNITY CAMPGROUND

Ruboni Community Camp is a located at the main gate of Rwenzori Mountains of the Moon in western Uganda. It is located on the hill side with the best views of the mountains of the moon. All facilities have a balcony to maximize the views. It is simply the best way to interact with the local people and enjoy the natural heritage of western Uganda.

It is owned by the Ruboni Community to offset the direct community pressure on the Rwenzori Mountain National Park, which is a world heritage site. All of the profits go to the local community to support conservation and community development. We use tourism as a vehicle for sustainable community development and conservation. So far, we have great successes you can both learn from and contribute to during your stay.

It offers authentic experiences with community involvement including hill climb, forest walks, village walks, traditional dance, home stays and handicrafts purchases. One can choose to camp, within the community to catch a glimpse of the highest margarita peak without paying park entrance fees. Ruboni Community Camp has secured an indigenous forest area by the park edges which is used for nature walks; and is like walking inside the park itself.

Activities and experiences:
• Restaurant and accommodation
• Village walk
• Forest walk
• Hill climb walk with option of overnight camping
• Traditional dance
• Handicrafts
Activities at the Lodge

• Ruboni Village Walk: See a traditional homestead, craft demonstrations and cultural performance
• Hill Climb Walk: Mountain views of Margarita Peak, Africa's 3rd highest mountain
• Nature Walk: Walk in the forest bordering the UNESCO World Heritage National Park
• Bird Watching: Look for Rwenzori turacos; tiny, iridescent subirds and colorful bee-eaters
• Traditional dance performances: Shown to you by the local youth group and you can join in to show your sty

RUBONI CULTURAL SITE

This is found in Kasese District in Bugoye Sub-county 17km from the main tarmac road that continues to kasese.The Ruboni Cultural Visit is done outside of the Rwenzori Mountain within the Bakonzo Community that lives on the slopes and the Hills surrounding Mountain Rwenzori.The bakonzo people were culturally Hunters and lived in the mountains they are known to be polygamous.
The cultural visit around involves Nyambuku Hill climbing which is about 2000m high and involves going up to the top where on a clear day, the margherita peak can easily be viewed. There is also a provision of camping on the Hill for a night. There is also a provision of a forest walk which is mainly done around the Buraro hill which is about 1500m high and this takes you 3-4hrs.
The Village walk involves meeting the local medicine man, the story teller, the traditional Healer, the black smith, craft makers, farmers in their farms and a Bakonzo Cultural dance. You will also visit some Home Steads where you will be taken through the daily activities like farming, fetching water with a rope around their heads and water Jericans behind their backs. Peel bananas, prepare food and stay with them for overnights.