Mountain Rwenzori National Park, located in western Uganda’s Kasese District, is renowned for its spectacular alpine landscapes and rich biodiversity. Established in 1991 and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994, the park protects the Rwenzori Mountains, famously known as the “Mountains of the Moon.” These mountains, formed over three million years ago, include Africa’s third-highest peak-Margherita Peak on Mount Stanley-rising to 5,109 meters. The park’s unique environment features glaciers, waterfalls, lakes, and diverse plant life across multiple vegetation zones, making it a haven for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Despite facing security challenges in the late 1990s, the park has since recovered and remains a premier destination for mountain trekking and ecological tourism.
Visitors to Mountain Rwenzori National Park can engage in activities such as challenging mountain hikes to summit peaks like Margherita, guided nature walks through bamboo and alpine zones, bird watching, and photography of the park’s stunning scenery. The trek offers a rewarding experience through varied ecosystems, from tropical forests to snowfields. To reach the park from Kampala, travelers typically take a road trip of about 350 kilometers west to Kasese town, which serves as the main gateway and is approximately a 6 to 7-hour drive. From Kasese, the park headquarters lie about 50 kilometers away, accessible by road. Nearby attractions include Queen Elizabeth National Park and Semuliki National Park, making the Rwenzori Mountains an integral part of Uganda’s rich network of natural reserves.
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