The Weiseman Hike via the Kilembe trail is a beautiful trekking route in the Rwenzori Mountains of Uganda. This hike typically takes around 6 days to complete, depending on your pace and the conditions. Here’s a rough itinerary for the 6-day hike:
Kasese Airstrip
Nyakalengijo-RMS Offices, Kasese
Throughout this immersive journey, expect to traverse a variety of terrains, from dense rainforests alive with the sounds of exotic birds to rugged alpine fields beautified with colorful wildflowers.
Day 1: Kilembe to Sine Camp
Day 2: Sine Camp to Mutinda Camp
Day 3: Mutinda Camp to Bugata Camp
Day 4: Bugata Camp to Hunwick’s Camp
Day 5: Hunwick’s Camp to Margherita Camp
Day 6: Summit Day and Descent to Kilembe
Start early from the Kilembe Trailhead and Trek through lush forests and diverse vegetation. Arrive at Sine Camp, which is the first overnight stop. Enjoy your dinner and set up camp to rest for the night.
Enjoy your breakfast and continue your trek through varied landscapes, including moss-covered trees and open valleys. Ascend gradually towards Mutinda Camp, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
Reach Mutinda Camp and set up camp for the night.
Depart from Mutinda Camp and trek towards Bugata Camp. You will encounter diverse flora and fauna along the way, including giant lobelias and heather. Arrive at Bugata Camp, which sits at a higher elevation, offering stunning views.
Set up camp and spend the night. Dinner and overnight at Bugata camp.
Enjoy your breakfast and depart from Bugata Camp and trek towards Hunwick’s Camp. Traverse rocky terrain and alpine meadows as you ascend further. Reach Hunwick’s Camp, which is located near Lake Kitandara.
Set up camp and rest for the night. Dinner and overnight at Hunwick’s camp.
Enjoy your breakfast and begin your ascent towards Margherita Peak, the highest point of the Rwenzori Mountains. Trek through challenging terrain, including glaciers and steep slopes.
Arrive at Margherita Camp, which serves as the base camp for summit attempts. Set up camp and prepare for the summit push the next day. Dinner and overnight at Margherita camp.
Enjoy your breakfast and start very early in the morning for the summit push to Margherita Peak.
Reach the summit and enjoy breath taking views of the surrounding peaks and glaciers.
Descend back to Margherita Camp and then continue the descent to Kilembe. Arrive back at Kilembe Trailhead, completing the Weiseman Hike. Celebrate your achievement and reflect on the incredible journey.
It’s important to note that the Rwenzori Mountains are known for their unpredictable weather, so be prepared for sudden changes and pack accordingly. Additionally, this itinerary may vary depending on the specific tour operator or guide you choose for your hike. Always prioritize safety and follow the guidance of experienced guides throughout the trek.
