10-Day Margherita Peak, Mt. Speke & Baker Peaks Rwenzori Climb

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10-Day Margherita Peak, Mt. Speke & Baker Peaks Rwenzori Climb
Rwenzori, Uganda
Duration: 10 days
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$2,005
Deposit: $1,203

About your trip

This 10-day Rwenzori trek starts at Trekkers Hostel (1,450m) and climbs to Sine Camp (2,596m). Day 2 reaches Mutinda Camp (3,588m) with an option to Mutinda Lookout (3,975m). Day 3 continues through bogs and valleys to Bugata Camp (4,062m).

From there, trekkers go via Bamwanjarra Pass to Hunwick’s Camp (3,974m). Day 5 summits Mt Baker (4,842m). Day 6 crosses to Lake Kitandara and Margherita Camp (4,485m).

Day 7 climbs Margherita Peak (5,109m). Day 8 summits Mt Speke (4,890m). Day 9 includes Weismann’s Peak (4,620m) before Kiharo Camp.

Day 10 descends through Nyamwamba Valley back to base camp.

10-Day Rwenzori Tour Highlights

  • Day 1: Briefing and hike to Sine Camp (2,596m)

  • Day 2: Hike to Mutinda Camp (3,588m)

  • Day 3: Hike to Bugata Camp (4,062m)

  • Day 4: Hike to Hunwick’s Camp (3,974m)

  • Day 5: Summit Mt Baker (4,842m) and return to Hunwick’s Camp (3,974m)

  • Day 6: Hike to Margherita Camp (4,485m)

  • Day 7: Summit Margherita Peak (5,109m)

  • Day 8: Summit Mt Speke (4,890m)

  • Day 9: Summit Weismann’s Peak (4,620m) and descend to Kiharo Camp (3,430m)

  • Day 10: Descend to base camp

Why this tour?

  • Start the trek at Trekkers Camp at 1,450 meters and hike through the Afro Montane Forest to Sine Camp at 2,596 meters.

  • Walk through tall forest with many birds and chances to see blue monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys, and sometimes L’Hoest monkeys.

  • Visit Enock’s Falls near Sine Camp and enjoy views of waterfalls surrounded by thick forest.

  • Climb through bamboo forest and reach Kalalama Camp before continuing to Mutinda Camp at about 3,588 meters.

  • Hike to Mutinda Lookout at about 3,975 meters for wide views of the Rwenzori Mountains, Kasese town, and Lake George.

  • Cross the Mutinda Valley with tussock grass, alpine flowers, and giant lobelia plants on the way to Bugata Camp.

  • Pass Bamwanjarra Pass at about 4,450 meters with views of Mount Stanley, Mount Baker, and other Rwenzori peaks.

  • Spot rare alpine plants such as giant groundsel and giant lobelia and watch the Malachite Sunbird feeding on lobelia flowers.

  • Summit Mount Baker at 4,842 meters and walk across glacier areas with views of surrounding peaks.

  • Visit Lake Kitandara and climb Scott Elliot Pass on the way to Margherita Camp.

  • Summit Margherita Peak at 5,109 meters on Mount Stanley, the highest point in the Rwenzori Mountains.

  • Summit Mount Speke at about 4,890 meters.

  • Optional climb to Weismann’s Peak at 4,620 meters.

  • Cross Oliver’s Pass and descend to Kiharo Camp set in a deep valley with cliffs and thick vegetation.

  • Walk down the Nyamwamba Valley with views of rivers, waterfalls, moss covered rocks, and forest.

  • Finish the trek through mountain forest trails back to the base camp.

What's included

Park fees

Professional guide

Drinking water

Cook & porters

Accommodation

Harnesses

Helmets

Ropes

Figure 8s

Ice Screws

Ascenders

What's not included

Sleeping Bag

Can be hired at $10 per bag

Hiking shoes

International flights

Travel insurance

Visa fees

Tips

Transportation

This has to be booked separately.

Crampons

Location

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1. Rwenzori, Uganda

Rwenzori, Uganda

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Magical Gorilla Adventures creates real, well-planned gorilla trekking and wildlife safaris across Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo. We focus on small groups, experienced local guides, fair prices, and smooth logistics from start to finish. If you want close gorilla encounters, honest advice, and trips that feel personal and well organized, this is where your adventure begins.

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