KAZINGO TRAIL

The northern part of the Rwenzori massif is a great place for hiking. Within or bordering the park, the hikes, which are shorter (1 to 3 days) and less difficult (although good physical condition is required) than those organized in the heart of the range, are not lacking in attractions. The most famous itinerary is the one linking Kazingo (13 km west of Fort Portal) to Bundibugyo, at the foot of the mountain's western slope. This 1 or 2-day crossing (depending on whether or not you climb Karangura Peak) allows you to discover the local fauna, flora and culture. On a clear day, the views of the Congo, Fort Portal and the Albertine Rift are spectacular. It is of course possible to climb Karangura Peak (3,012 m) in a single day (7 to 8 hours' walk) from Kazingo and back. Three-day itineraries and tours are also available in this area, allowing you to stay with local people and discover the Bakonzo way of life (Rwenzori National Park Boundary Trail) or climb Karangura Peak via the Chogho Ridge (Karangura Peak and Northern Spur Ridge Trail). Finally, at the northern end of the Rwenzori, the Karugutu-Ntandi Trail connects the eponymous villages on the Fort Portal-Bundibugyo national road in 6-7 hours. For further information, contact UWA, Kabarole Tours or the Abanya-Rwenzori Mountaineering Association (+256 772 621 397 / [email protected]).