9 Days Congo Rwenzori Mountain hiking – Reaching Peak Margherita (5109 m of alt)
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About the Activity
Kwafrika Travel brings you through a 9 Days Congo Rwenzori Mountains Hiking. In this trek up the mountains, trekkers reach the Africa’s third highest peak, the Margherita Peak. Margherita Peak is located at 5109 m of altitude, the conditions at that altitude are mostly chilly, with the peaks covered in glaciers on many occasions. As you trek up the mountains, the flora is diverse with trees and valleys of ferns. The trees are alive with many species of birds and animals (Rwenzori Turaco, Guerrezzas monkey, Cercopithecus (Red tailed monkeyguenon) and primates) in the forest. As you walk up the trail you will see chimp nests high up in the tall trees, if you are lucky you may catch a glimpse of the resident chimpanzee as they scamper away. We provide some equipment necessary for the climb like crampons, ropes, harnesses, carabinas, you need to bring good hiking boots, warm clothing warm sleeping bag, and rain gear. We do hire sleeping bags for those who need.9 days
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Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 3
Inclusions & Exclusions
Basic hiking equipment
Congo Visa
Food and drink : Lunch. x 9
Food and drink : Dinner. x 8
Food and drink : Breakfast. x 8
Local taxes
Rescuer
Professional guide
Private Cook
Park entrance fees
Porters
Full Board Accommodation (Breakfast, Dinner and Lunch) as per the itinerary
Complimentary bottled water in vehicle
Armed Ranger
Private transportation JEEP 4x4
Hut fees
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Gratuities
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Locations in the itinerary
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Our representative will pick you up from Kasindi Border, help you through all formalities before whisking you off to Mutsora Station at the foot of Rwenzori Massif. It takes 45’ to reach the station from Kasindi. Depending on the time you reach Mutsora, you might enter the bush (40’ walk) to go experience thermal water which is a natural hot water flowing in the rocks at the foothills of Rwenzoris Massifs.
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Accommodation
- Dinner and overnight at Centre d’Accueil Touristique Mutsora which is equipped with mid range tented camp.
Meals
- Lunch
- Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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The trip start in Kasindi and ends in KasindiView Location
End point
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Our representative will pick you up from Kasindi Border
- Travelers will be picked up 5 hours before departure time
Pickup points
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- French
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Operated by Kwafrika TravelCreated on 07 Mar 2020Created on 27 Aug 2024
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