Home » 3 Days Mahoma Loop Rwenzori Nature Walk and Camping Trail
*price p.p. incl. guide, safari-jeep, hotel and park entrance fees, excl. international flight (Based on 6 persons)
Note: We have discounts for kids 12 years old or younger.
3 Days
Private or Group
Safari
At Friendly Gorillas, we recommend this tour for nature lovers, hikers, photographers, students, active couples, small groups, and those who want a short Uganda adventure. It is not ideal for you if you are looking for luxury lodge comfort, technical mountain climbing, gorilla trekking, or a full wildlife safari.
3 Days
Lodge Safaris, Private Safaris, Fly In Safari
Cultural encounters, Walking, Nature walk, market visit, City encounters,Local food, mountain climbing
Private 4×4 Safari Vehicle
The 3 Days Mahoma Loop Rwenzori Nature Walk and Camping Trail is a short Rwenzori hiking experience for travelers who want mountain scenery, forest trails, camping, and nature without committing to a long summit expedition. It gives you a manageable way to experience the Rwenzori Mountains within only three days.
This itinerary works well if you want a real mountain feel but do not have the time, fitness level, or budget for longer Rwenzori climbs. The Mahoma Loop route offers forest scenery, rivers, birdlife, plants, camping, and views of the lower Rwenzori landscapes.
BUDGET Accommodation
2 Persons
4 Persons
6+ Persons
STANDARD Accommodation
2 Persons
4 Persons
6+ Persons
LUXURY Accommodation
2 Persons
4 Persons
6 Persons
* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets
Your guide from Friendly Gorillas meets you at your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe after breakfast. After a short briefing, you begin the journey to the Rwenzori Mountains region in western Uganda.
The drive takes you through towns, roadside markets, farms, tea-growing areas, and western Uganda’s changing landscapes. As you approach the Rwenzori area, the scenery becomes greener and more mountainous.
On arrival near the trail area, you meet the local hiking team where applicable. Your guide reviews the route, camping plan, gear, porter support, meals, weather expectations, and safety guidance.
Spend the evening resting and preparing your hiking bag for the Mahoma Loop trail.
Accommodation options near Rwenzori or Kasese:
After breakfast, transfer to the trail starting point and begin the Mahoma Loop nature walk with your mountain guide.
The walk introduces you to the lower Rwenzori environment. You move through forest trails, rivers, vegetation zones, and mountain scenery. Depending on the trail conditions, you may see birds, small wildlife signs, plants, mossy forest areas, and views toward the surrounding valleys.
This day gives guests the real value of the itinerary. It is not about rushing to a summit. It is about walking slowly, enjoying nature, learning from the guide, and experiencing the Rwenzori in a shorter and more accessible way.
You continue to the camping area or selected trail accommodation depending on the final route arrangement. Spend the evening at camp, enjoy dinner, and rest in the mountain environment.
Accommodation:
Camping or basic trail accommodation depending on the selected Mahoma Loop arrangement
Wake up early for breakfast at camp. After packing up, continue with the final section of the Mahoma Loop trail.
The return walk gives you more time to enjoy the forest, mountain plants, birds, rivers, and scenic views. The trail may still be muddy or slippery, so you should walk carefully and follow the guide’s pace.
After completing the trail, meet your driver-guide and begin the return journey to Kampala or Entebbe.
This is a long transfer day, so you should start early. If you prefer a more comfortable pace, we recommend adding one extra night near Kasese or Fort Portal after the hike.
Your guide drops you at your hotel in Kampala, your hotel in Entebbe, or Entebbe International Airport depending on the final plan.
This marks the end of your 3 Days Mahoma Loop Rwenzori Nature Walk and Camping Trail with Friendly Gorillas Safaris.
Accommodation:
No accommodation included after the hike unless requested.
Cancel up to 60 days before departure.
Only guides with 10+ years of Guiding experience.
All prices are final. No suprises at all.
We're always available throughout and after the trip.
We had such a great time on our 2 day / 1 night Safari tour to Akegara National Park in Rwanda. Jado was our AMAZING tour guide who made sure we were cared for and had everything we needed during our time!
Prior to the trip, I had seamless communication with the Safari group who helped figure out exactly what Safari tour I wanted (1 day or more). They sent an example schedule as well as several lodging options. We ultimately chose the “budget” option which was the Rhino Lodge — it did not feel budget at all! It was GORGEOUS and the food was amazing. We even asked if we could adjust the schedule and they were more than happy to accommodate.
We had a fabulous time traveling to the park with Jado, getting settled and eating at the Rhino Lodge, participating in a half day safari that also included a water tour where we saw Rhinos, Crocodiles, Buffalos… and lots of birds! As soon as we drove into the park we saw an elephant and as we were leaving we saw Baboons. We slept and ate well and then the adventure began early the next day, where we had a full day of Safari through the park. We were able to see more Buffalos, impala, Baboons, Giraffes, rhinos, zebras, warthogs and even a rogue hippo wandering around on land. We unfortunately did not see any big cats (leopards or lions) but Jado certainly tried his best to find them.
Once we paid the initial fee prior to the tour, everything was included. This was an amazing trip, we felt very safe, and I would absolutely book again with this company. Thank you guys so much for being so great and easy!!!
we had the most amazing time in Uganda accompanied by our very Friendly tour guide Elias.
The support team that handled tour preparations were very kind and responded to every question we had in time. Bliss even went an extra mile to give us a video call during some of the sessions.
We were very lucky to see the rare tree climbing lions in the Ishasha sector or Queen Elizabeth while exiting for Bwindi.
I highly recommend this company because they met all our expectations and even delivered more than we imagined.
It was a solo yet memory filled experience right from my first inquiry to the last day of the trip. Everything was smooth. My tour guide Eddie was beyond friendly and had an eagles eye for even the smallest animals.
The most memorable moment was my first sight of the mighty Gorillas in Bwindi.
I highly appreciate and recommend friendly Gorillas safari
Excellent organization considering that Tony managed to plan the entire tour, permits for gorillas and chimpanzees included, just one day before departure. This is not taken for granted since the tour operator we had contacted months earlier canceled our trip 3 days before departure!
Our driver Tony, who also served as our guide, was always caring and attentive to our needs. Uganda is a country full of natural wonders, and being able to enjoy it peacefully with the right quality-price ratio allows for a full experience of all the activities
From the planning stages to the first meet and greet, Anthony, Brenda and their team went above and beyond to ensure we had the trip of a lifetime! Friendly Gorilla Safaris gave us everything we asked for while keeping in mind our mid-range budget.
They are excellent with communication, professional, patient, and were able to answer all our questions. Our itinerary was amazing with river rafting, game drives, chimp trek and of course the gorilla trek. Accommodations were great, food delicious and Eddie our driver/guide was fantastic! Highly recommend this company.
Cannot recommend this company enough!!! Anthony and Brenda are fantastic and worked with us to ensure we had the trip of a lifetime. All expectations were not only met, but greatly exceeded! From our exhilarating itinerary to the memorable accommodations, every part of the experience was extraordinary.
All the activities including river rafting, game drives, gorilla/chimp/rhino treks and boat rides were spectacular, with stunning views and incredible wildlife sightings, and the food was fantastic throughout. Accommodations were wonderfully planned, and each place we stayed offered something different, but all were so lovely. The warmth and hospitality from everyone we met in Uganda is indescribable. What truly made this trip special, though, was our guide, Eddie. He was knowledgeable, professional, passionate, joyful, and also so attentive to our group’s needs.
We could not have asked for a better driver/guide – he went above and beyond to ensure we had a life-changing adventure every step of the way while simultaneously feeling like a member of the family. It was clear he genuinely cared about making sure we had the BEST time possible. This was more than a vacation – it was an adventure I’ll never forget, and I’m still majorly struggling with post-Uganda depression! Thank you Anthony, Brenda and Eddie for the most unforgettable experience ever. We miss you all!
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