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Uganda's Rwenzori Mountains: Trekking, Chimps & the Kazinga Channel

A private 11-day trek through the “Mountains of the Moon,” plus the Kazinga Channel and chimpanzee tracking.

11 Days / 10 Nights Up to 20 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

An 11-day trip built around a five-day trek through the Rwenzori Mountains — the “Mountains of the Moon” — to Lake Mahoma and Kitandara Camp, followed by a Kazinga Channel boat safari and chimpanzee trekking at Kalinzu Forest. Days 3-7 are a genuine multi-day trek through the Rwenzori foothills, reaching Lake Mahoma at roughly 3,300m — a good level of fitness is recommended — with your driver-guide handling every transfer before and after the trek.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Entebbe International Airport.

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Day 1 — Welcome to Uganda

Arrival at Entebbe International Airport, transfer to your hotel, and time to rest.

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Day 2 — Into the Rwenzori Mountains

A transfer to the Rwenzori Mountains in western Uganda, settling in at the Ruboni Community Camp.

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Day 3 — Hike to Lake Mahoma

A trek to Lake Mahoma at around 3,300m, through lush forest and rolling hills.

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Day 4 — Lake Mahoma to Guyeoman

A trek continuing through bamboo forest, with good birdwatching along the way.

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Day 5 — On to Kitandara Camp

A trek from Guyeoman to Kitandara Camp, crossing rivers and climbing higher into the range.

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Day 6 — Back to Guy Yeoman Camp

A return trek from Kitandara to Guy Yeoman Camp, with scenic mountain views.

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Day 7 — End of the Trail

A final trek back to Ruboni base camp.

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Day 8 — Queen Elizabeth National Park

A transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, with an afternoon boat ride on the Kazinga Channel to view hippos and crocodiles.

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Day 9 — Game Drive & Chimp Trekking

A morning game drive in the park, followed by an afternoon chimpanzee trek in the Kalinzu Central Forest Reserve.

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Day 10 — Return to Kampala

A long transfer back toward Kampala.

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Day 11 — Farewell, Uganda

A relaxed morning before your transfer to Entebbe International Airport for departure.

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Departure

The trip ends with the drive back to Kampala and a private transfer to Entebbe International Airport for departure.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 20 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — Voyzo runs it exclusively for your group, with a private guide for transfers and activities throughout.
Days 3-7 involve five days of genuine mountain trekking through the Rwenzori foothills, reaching Lake Mahoma at around 3,300m and crossing bamboo forest and river terrain to Kitandara Camp — a good level of fitness is recommended, and porters can be arranged.
An old nickname for the Rwenzori range, among Africa's highest mountains and one of the sources of the Nile's headwaters, known for its glaciers, bamboo forest, and afro-alpine vegetation.
No — this route focuses on the Rwenzori trek and Queen Elizabeth National Park's Kazinga Channel and chimpanzee trekking at Kalinzu Forest; Voyzo's other Uganda itineraries cover Bwindi gorilla trekking specifically.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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