Accommodation (Where to stay/sleep?) in the Rwenzori Mountains National Park
When you Climb or trek Rwenzori Mountains National Park, you sleep in either your own tent or in the huts constructed along both trails, although majority of the trekkers sleep in these huts. Rwenzori mountains National Park has well-constructed wooden huts built along the central circuit and Kilembe trails where most Rwenzori mountaineers sleep or spend their nights after the whole day trek.
The huts within the Rwenzori Mountains National Park are ordinarily built out of wood, which reveals the true African nature. They are comfortably designed to offer enough warmth after a whole day trek.
The huts are strategically positioned, offering impressive views of the of peaks including Mount Baker, Mount Speke, and Mount Stanley, with each room containing either a double or triple deck, which allows one person for every single form mattress.
Huts/Camps along the Central Circuit trail
The central circuit trail, an ancient trail that’s owned and managed by the Rwenzori Mountaineering services. The trail contains 5 huts including Nyabitaba hut at 2651m, John Matte hut at3505m, Bujuku hut at 3962m, Elena hut at 4023m, Kitandara hut at 4023m, and Guyeoman hut at 3505m.
Nyabitaba Hut (2.660 m)
Renovated in 2008, Nyabitaba Hut is the arriving point for the first day of trekking or for a short trip to the Rwenzori. It is located 10 km from Nyakalenjija and takes about 4/5 hours walk through montane forest and the Bakonjo villages. It consists of a 2 room wooden building, with annexed pit latrine and tap water piped from the near Lake Mahoma, worthy a visit. The hut has a capacity of…beds and provides mattresses. he location is beautiful with the stunning views of the Portal Peaks in the North.
John Matte Hut (3.420 m)
Named after the founding president of the Mountain Club of Uganda, John Matte, the hut is situated on a hillside on the banks of River Bujuku. It consists of a 3 room wooden building. It is available a pit latrine. This is the reaching point of the second day of trekking along the central circuit, which is considered the most challenging part of the trekking.
Bujuku Hut (3930 m).
Bujuku Hut was fully renovated in 2009 and the new wooden cottage is now standing next to the old tin building. The location is superb, as it is found where the routes proceed to the Congolese side of the park, to Mount Stanley (from the South) and to Mount Speke (from the North). The name is after the Bujuku Lake, which is just near the hut. There are also eco-toilets available and spring water. From this location you have a spectacular view of the Mount Baker just in front of you, and the Stanley Plateau on the right. You plan from this hut your ascent to Mount Speke as well as to Mount Stanley.
Elena Hut (4.563 m)
This hut is the last point before climbing the Stanley plateau. It is located on a rocky area of Mount Stanley at an altitude of 4.563 m. The hut is quite small and does not offer much comforts, considering the temperature and the location. It is used mainly as the staging post for ascending Mount Stanley. It overlooks directly Mount Baker and Mount Speke, though it is often submerged by the fog.
Kitandara Hut (3.979 m).
The hut is situated on the shores of the Lower Kitandara Hut, one of the most beautiful and romantic locations in the Rwenzori. It consists of a one room tin house. From this point you have the best view of the Mount Luigi of Savoy. There is a pit latrine. This is the starting point for ascending Mount Baker and Mount Luigi of Savoy.
Guy Yeoman Hut (3.505 m).
The hut is situated along the Kabamba valley on the banks of the Mubuku river, surrounded by coniferous forests. The hut consists of a 2 room wooden hut with annex pit latrine. Near the hut there are the beautiful Kabamba waterfalls.
Huts/Camps along The Kilembe Trail – Rwenzori Accommodations
While the Kilembe trail, which was opened in 2009, now owned and managed by the Rwenzori Trekking services, has camps including sine hut at 2585m, Kalalama hut at 3147m, Mutinda camp at 3688m, Bugata camp at 4062m, Butawu at 3974, Hunswick camp at 3974m, Magheritah Camp at 4485m, Kiharo Camp at 3460m.
Accommodations Out Side The Park
Apart from the huts in the Pack, Rwenzori Mountains National Park also has other accommodations around the park, which ranges from basic, to mid-range and luxury. These include: Ruboni Community Camp, Geolodge Equator snow Geo Lodge, Rwenzori Trekkers Hostel, Rwenzori Turaco Campsite, Hotel Margherita, Bunga Community Tourism campsite, Elephant Palins Lodge, Rwenzori international Hotel, and Tropical Savannah Guest House.
Ruboni Community Camp
Ruboni Community Camp is placed in the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains National Park, close to the Park gate. The camp is a great pioneer of community tourism among the local people. The camp is owned and managed by the Bakonzo who have lived in the Ruboni community for over 300 years.
The camp is strategically positioned for mountaineers who want to explore the nearby villages and hills at their own leisure pace. The lodge is situated in a tranquil and serene environment, which makes it an ideal base to kick start any Rwenzori mountains trekking adventure.
The camp offers a number of activities which completely covers nature and culture of the Rwenzori, including a traditional dance performance, ancient stories and an overnight hill trek.
Geolodge Equator Snow Lodge
Equator Snow Lodge is located nearby the gateway of the Rwenzori Mountains National Park. The lodge is a famous mid-range lodge within the central circuit region, offering quality and reliable accommodation to the experienced and first-time mountaineers.
The Equator snow lodge, works closely with the Ruboni Community and Rwenzori Mountaineering Services to offer various outdoor activities ranging from guided mountain hikes, to low endurance hikes to climbing the technical peaks.
The lodge has 4 wide rooms which can accommodate a double bed and two single beds, exclusively designed for comfort and relaxation.
Trekkers Hostel-Kilembe Trail/Route
The Rwenzori Trekkers hostel is placed 12 kilometers from Kasese, in Kyanjuki village. The hostel is the famous point, where all treks along the Kilembe trail kick starts and ends.
The Rwenzori trekkers hostel, also showcases the scenic views of the Nyamwamba River and the Rwenzori Mountains national Park.
The property offers various accommodation options, like camping, dormitories, single rooms, and double rooms.
The Rwenzori environment is breathtakingly green as it transforms to snow-capped peaks.
Accommodation cost:
Camping $8 per person including breakfast
Dormitory $12 per person including breakfast
Single room $15 per person including breakfast
Double room (not self contained) $25 per person including breakfast
Hotel Margherita- Accommodations in Rwenzori
Hotel Margherita is strategically located in Kasese along the Kilembe highway, and prides itself on providing its esteemed guests the best value, and reliable accommodation available in the region.
The hotel is positioned at the center piece within easy reach from Queen Elizabeth national Park, Kibale Forest national Park, Semuliki National Park and Murchison Falls National Park.
The Hotel has 36 spacious rooms, comprising of Executive suites, standard Double and single rooms, as well as Family rooms, which can accommodate up to 5 individuals.
All rooms are furnished with a private bathroom, comprising of floor to ceiling windows with access to a private balcony where the guests can enjoy a spectacular view of the mountains, gardens and golf course.
Rwenzori Base camp- Tours Holiday Inn
Rwenzori base camp is located just 2km to Nyakalengija, in nearby the Ibanda trading center. The hotel has 15 self-contained rooms including an extension building consisting of 5 rooms, which is enough to accommodate up to 40 occupants. Each room is well furnished with water heaters, with stable electricity supply.
The accommodation over looks beautiful gardens, with various plant species and flowers, and features an operational bar, a cozy and private dining room, and kitchen which provides both continental and local food.
The rates charged per room are usually pocket friendly, ranging from 45 USD for single and 65 USD double or twin, with breakfast inclusive.
Rwenzori Turaco View Campsite
Situated just 22mins drive to Kasese town, Rwenzori Turaco View Campsite is located in Mihunga Village. The camp is owned and managed by the community within the Rwenzori region. The camp consists of 7 rooms, all containing mosquito nets and bathrooms.
The accommodation features both restaurant and a bar, which serves all continental cuisine and drinks
The camp offers activities such as hiking, bird watching as well as village walks. Rwenzori Turaco View Campsite is 22 min drive to Kasese town. The camp organizes a number of activities including hiking, bird watching, forest walks and village walks.
