Kenya, Uganda · Trekking

5-Day Mount Elgon Hiking Tour to Wagagai Peak via Bushiyi Trail

5 Days Round trip from Mount Elgon Easy pace
Adventure meets comfort in the heart of Uganda
Adventure meets comfort in the heart of Uganda
Explore, relax, and discover Uganda’s hidden treasures

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Summit Wagagai Peak, Mount Elgon's highest point at 4,321m
  • 02 Trek through lush forests, moorlands, and Africa's largest volcanic caldera
  • 03 Discover diverse flora, fauna, and birdlife unique to the region
  • 04 Experience cultural encounters and scenic views in Eastern Uganda

Embark on an adventurous journey to Mount Elgon, an extinct shield volcano on the Uganda-Kenya border. This trek leads you through lush forests, vast moorlands, and dramatic cliffs, culminating at Wagagai Peak, the mountain's highest point at 4,321m. Along the way, discover breathtaking landscapes, diverse flora and fauna, and cultural encounters in Eastern Uganda. Perfect for travelers seeking an off-the-beaten-path hiking experience filled with nature, challenge, and discovery.

Set out early in the morning for the trek to Wagagai Peak, Mount Elgon's highest point.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Entebbe, Jinja, Mbale, Mount Elgon National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Transfer from Entebbe to Bududa

  • Meet your driver-guide in Entebbe and transfer to Bududa via Jinja and Mbale.
  • Enjoy a scenic journey through rural Uganda.
  • Check in at the lodge, relax, and prepare for the trek.

Accommodation: Lodge at Bududa

2
Day 02

Bushiyi Trailhead to Dubi Camp Trek

  • Transfer by boda boda to Bushiyi Ranger Post.
  • Meet the guides, chef, and porters.
  • Hike through lush montane forest and bamboo zones.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch at Shiloko River Camp (2,900m).
  • Continue the climb to Dubi Camp.

Hiking time: 6-7 hours

Elevation gain: ~1,900m to 3,563m

Accommodation: Dubi Camp

3
Day 03

Summit Wagagai Peak and Return to Camp

  • Set out early in the morning for the trek to Wagagai Peak, Mount Elgon's highest point.
  • Take in panoramic views of the caldera and the Kenyan highlands.
  • Enjoy a packed lunch at the summit.
  • Descend back to Dubi Camp or optionally continue to Shiloko Camp.

Hiking time: 6-8 hours

Elevation gain/loss: +758m

Accommodation: Dubi or Shiloko Camp

4
Day 04

Descend to Bushiyi Gate and Transfer to Mbale

  • Have breakfast and make the final descent to Bushiyi Ranger Post.
  • Receive your Mount Elgon Trekking Certificate.
  • Bid farewell to the trekking crew.
  • Transfer to Mbale for a hot shower, dinner, and rest.

Hiking time: 4-6 hours

Accommodation: Mountain Inn Hotel - Mbale

5
Day 05

Return to Entebbe

  • Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and check out.
  • Drive back to Entebbe with scenic stopovers.
  • Arrive for your outbound flight or an optional overnight stay.
Wagagai Peak, Shiloko River Camp, Dubi Camp

Where this trip takes you

Wagagai Peak, Shiloko River Camp, Dubi Camp

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Mount Elgon 4 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fees for 5 days
  • All meals
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Warm sleeping bags, mattresses, and accommodation in huts
  • Chefs, guides, and porters
  • All taxes/VAT

What's Not Included

  • International flights from home and back home
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Personal items, souvenirs, visas, and travel expenses
  • Insurance

What to bring

  • A photocopy of your passport, including the visa page, torch, malaria prophylaxis, insect repellent, sturdy walking shoes, and long trousers for hiking
  • Binoculars, camera equipment, plenty of drinking water/snacks, any other personal effects, and light-colored clothing (NB: tsetse flies are attracted to blue or dark colors)
  • Hiking shoes or rubber boots, rain jackets, warm and waterproof gloves, warm sweaters, cameras, and snacks
  • 1 day bag (small bag big enough to carry packed lunch, rain gear, drinking water, and camera) [included]
  • 1 sleeping bag [included]
  • Sturdy waterproof hiking boots
  • Several pairs of woolen socks
  • Trekking trousers
  • Warm layers
  • Woolen cap and gloves
  • Torch or headlamp with batteries
  • 1 backpacking backpack (porter will carry)
  • 1 pair of jogging shoes
  • Sun hat
  • Handkerchiefs
  • 1 pair of snow glasses [included]
  • Leggings up to the knee (gaiters)
  • Rain jacket and rain-proof trousers
  • Walking sticks [included]
  • Photo equipment
  • Pocket knife
  • Rubber boots or gum boots (for mud) [included]
  • Snacks
  • Stomach medicine
  • Headache medicine
  • 1 elastic bandage, Elastoplasts [included]
  • Water purification tablets
  • Vitamin C tablets
  • Altitude sickness medication
  • Sun lotion
  • Lip ointment

Know before you go

  • Hotels have Wi-Fi and self-contained rooms.
  • Meals served are of your choice (starter, main course, and dessert).
  • Transport is provided.
  • Insured custom-built safari vehicles (4WD Toyota Land Cruisers and Safari Vans).

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Entebbe International Airport, Kampala Road, Entebbe, Uganda
Tour start
Mount Elgon, Uganda
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Mount Elgon.

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