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Mountains of the moon

The Montains of the moon, Rwenzori Mountains are 5110 M High with a snow capped peak which invites to an unforgottable trekking experience. The Mountain has many glaciers and may be climbed to the summits of Mt. Speke, Mt. Stanley, Mt. Luigi Di Savoia and Mt. Baker. The exercise requires 3 days for the shorter foothill hike and 6-7 days for the usual mountain loop in the companion of guides. Its apt to undertake trekking trips in the dry season, i.e., December-February and June-August.is .

Besides, Rwenzori Mts are a part of the Rwenzori National Park which inhabits: Elephant, Genet, Chimpanzee, Golden Cat, Forest Hog, Rock Hyrax, Sitatunga, Mongoose, Duiker, Vervet, Monkey, Rwenzori Colobus.

Equipment: warm, waterproof clothing as well as a good sleeping bag; Water bottles, rucksack

Address: Kasese W. Uganda

Theme: Climbing

Trekking and Rafting

I have never done it myself but it looks like lots of fun to me. White water rafting is synonymous with Bujagali. To experience the Nile at its best, you have to be there.

Equipment: Water proof gurniture.

Address: Bujagali falls in Jinja

Directions: Jinja Nile resort in its splendour

Theme: Rafting

Canoeing

There are canoeing activitiies on Lake Victoria. Rowing boats and local canoes may be hired ( at Gaba resort beach]. Local boats and canoes can often be rented at villages..

Address: Lake Victoria

Theme: Beach Activities