Welcome to the legendary Rwenzori Mountains, the “Mountains of the Moon,” where snow-capped peaks rise above tropical jungles and mystical valleys echo with the whispers of ancient Africa.
Located along the Uganda–DRC border, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most dramatic and breathtaking mountain landscapes on Earth.

Here, glaciers sparkle under the equatorial sun, giant plants tower like something from another world, and every trail feels like stepping into a forgotten kingdom of mist, silence, and beauty.

The Rwenzori is not just a mountain range ,it is a spiritual journey, a challenge, and a place where nature reveals its most extraordinary secrets.

Climate

The Rwenzori Mountains experience a cool, wet, and misty alpine climate, heavily influenced by altitude.

• Temperatures: Generally 10°C–23°C in lower zones and much colder at higher elevations
• Upper peaks: Can drop below freezing
• Rainfall:
• Long rains: March–May
• Short rains: September–November

Because the mountains act as a moisture trap, the region is lush year-round, feeding huge rivers and supporting rare flora found nowhere else.

Getting There

By Road:

• From Kampala: approx. 6–7 hours via Fort Portal or Kasese
• The entire route offers scenic views of tea plantations, crater lakes, and rolling hills.

By Air:

• Domestic flights from Entebbe to Kasese Airstrip, located near the park.
• From Kasese, a short drive brings you to the park trailheads.

Park Attractions

1. Snow-Capped Peaks

Home to Margherita Peak (5,109 m), Africa’s third-highest summit, located on Mount Stanley. The permanent glaciers on the equator are one of the world’s rarest wonders.

2. Extraordinary Flora

The Rwenzori is famous for its unique vegetation zones, including giant groundsel, giant lobelia, and forests of heather draped in moss. It looks like a real-life fantasy world.

3. Glacial Valleys & Waterfalls

Deep valleys carved by ancient glaciers, crystal-clear rivers, and dramatic waterfalls make the Rwenzori one of the most scenic alpine areas in Africa.

4. Wildlife

Although challenging to spot in dense vegetation, the park hosts:

• Forest elephants
• Chimpanzees
• L’Hoest’s monkeys
• Rwenzori turaco
• Over 200 bird species

5. Cultural Heritage

The Bakonzo people surrounding the mountains have rich traditions and deep spiritual connections to the peaks.

Accommodation Facilities

Inside & Around the Park:

• Luxury & Mid-range:
• Equator Snow Lodge
• Rwenzori Trekking Centre Lodges
• Sandton Hotel Kasese
• Mountain Huts:
• Basic but essential shelters placed along trekking routes for climbers

All accommodations offer warm hospitality, stunning mountain views, and easy access to trekking routes.

Visit Today

Rwenzori Mountains National Park is a place where adventure becomes spiritual, where every step tests your strength, and where the rewards are unmatched. Standing on a misty ridge or a glacial peak brings a feeling of silence, awe, and connection , a reminder of how powerful nature truly is.

This is a destination for those who seek more than a trip…
It is for those who seek transformation, story, challenge, and raw natural beauty.

Visit the Rwenzori today where the mountains hold the moon, and your spirit rises with the clouds.