Mount Speke vs Mount Stanley A Complete Itinerary Guide

Explore the enchanted beauty of Rwenzori mountain on our 8 Days Mount Speke vs Mount Stanley Itinerary. This Mount Speke vs Mount Stanley Itinerary is designed to ensure both adventurous and passionate hikers alike discover the unique features and beauty of Rwenzori mountain. Led with experienced, knowledgeable and well trained guides, hikers are assured of a fun filled adventure through the discovery of the endemic flora and fauna , the rugged terrains of the peaks , the rich history and myths associated with the mountain. The Mounts Speke vs Mount Stanely Itinerary is relaxed to suit both experienced and inexperienced  hikers who have for long yearned to be part of those who have challenged themselves on the summits of the Rwenzori mountains there by not only being heroes but also supporting the local community by the mere fact of visiting through sustainability which ensure reliable tourism and conservation of the mountain and the eco system.

A Detailed 8 Days Mount Speke vs Mount Stanley Itinerary

Day 1: Nyakalengija 1650m – Nyabitaba camp 2650m +25°c

You are welcomed by our vibrant team at the Rwenzori mountains national park gate, who will assist you through the starting process of the hike which is registration  . After this you will receive a briefing from  , thr routing of the central circuit will be explained to you in detail . After meeting your guides and the entire team that will be at your service , you will start on your journey with your back pack having a rain gear and all the basic needs for the hike. Ensure to leave the heavy things and gears with the main bag which is carried by the porters.You will then head into the lush tropical forest , hiking through the base of the mountain . Further up you will encounter steepy and  gentle slopes on  mountain Rwemzori . Walk through the steepy ascent and after this you will be welcomed by a rock shelter finally to the forest camp nyabitaba camp  Enjoy the incredible views of the portal peaks and chirping birds .

Day 2: Nyabitaba camp 1650m – Johnmaate camp 3505m +15°c

Leaving nyabitaba behind , you continue on your day 2 of the 8days Mount speke and mount stanely itinerary . Today you will be headi ng to John matte , the long and rather tiring days walk takes you through the crossing of the confluence of Rivers Mubbuku and Bujjuku . There after you ascend to the  bamboo zone dominated by bamboo trees . Walking further you will cross River Bujjuku and finally you will reach John matte crossing mossy forested trees . Enjoy the ambiance at the camp before having diner and overnight.

Day 3: John Matte (3380m) to Bujuku (3962m)

The third day of your 8days kickstarts off from Bujjuku with a hot breakfast . After which you will cross rover Bujjuku to the beautiful swam of giant lobelias this is the lower bigo bog . As you traverse the lower bigo bog enjoy the thrilling boad walk which will lead you to a steep ascent to the upper bigo bog an area that is boggy and characterised with groundsels.  This will then give way to a vast landscape of tussocks and a slippery area located near lake bujjuku , there is board walk to easy with the vey slippery trail after which you adventure the tussocks until you walk through to the  Bujjuku camp. Dinner and overnight will be enjoyed here an incredible where athe three peaks of stanely , baker and speke form a triangle making this the bujjuku valley.

Day 4: Bujuku camp 3900m – mount speke (Victoria Emmanuel peak 4520m

Today , day 4 of your 8days Mount speke and mount stanely summit takes you to the first peak which is Speke .You will ascend the aascend the Stuhlmans pass , a very intelligent explorer recognized for discovering that Rwenzori is not just a single mountain but  a range of mountains also who accurately and successfully described the vegetation n zones of Rwenzori mountains right from its foothills to its snowline.  You will cross the smowline of mount speke through this pass  and find yourself at the highest point of mount speke  at a height of 4520Meters being the 4th highest point in Africa and 2nd highest within the Rwenzori mountains . Enh=joy the increble views of the peak and after return to Bujjuku camp.

Day 5: Bujuku camp 3900m – Elena camp 4541m -5°c

Day 5 of your 8days Mount speke and mount stanely itinerary takes you to Ellena camp , a cold   camp located within huge rocks that is associated with thin air , very low temperatures and harsh whether during the rainy season. From Bujjuku walk through the slippery ascending to the gully , hike the steepy area before being welcomed by the huge  mossy rocks towards scot Elliot pass. Continue further up until you reach the camp . Today you will ushered into the camp by the freezing temperatures and ensure to keep warm such that you can be able to summit very well. After enjoying a hot mean rest for some hours.

Day 6: Elena camp  4541m – margherita peak 5109m and kipotigai at once and return back to elena camp for lunch and continue down to kitandara lakes camp.

Rise up very early to prepare for you summit day , which is the 6th day of your 8 days mount speke and mount stanely . Led by your guide you will prepare and head out to attempt mnagherita peak at about 2 or 3am in the night.  Traverse the bouldering steep yet at times slippery rocks which is followed by an easier ascent that is still challenging trudge in the cramboons  that is along the stanely plateau  before your final ascent that will lead you to the summit of magherita peak . Take photos as you are among the few whom have overcome the challenging yet rewarding adventure . after the memorable shots , descend back to Ellena for a hot lunch then walk to kitandara camp the second last camp on this central circuit trail.

Day 7: Kitandara (4027m) – Fresh field Pass (4282m) – Guy Yeoman (3450m)

Day 7 of your 8days Mount speke and mount stanely itinerary tajkes you to final camp on the c entral circuit . ensure to make the most of this night as its your last night in the Rwenzori mountains . Start the day with a delicious breakfast and led by your guide you will head to a steep hike above kitandara camp . From here you will continue to Fresh field pass taking on the high alpine mossy trail ,  fresh field is also the launch pad for hiking mount maker and weisman peak on Mount Luigi di saviaor . Continue  walking and you will encounter  a tedious descend through  huge rocks  at the rock shelter oat Bujongolo  which was also the base camp for the duke of Abruzzi on his historic expedition in the Rwenzori expedition in 1906. There after embark on the walk through the tussocks once again  . You will then meet a board walk that and after continue till you reach guyeoman . Enjoy your stay in the camp reflecting on your achievements of the summits you have conquered on your adventure.

Day 8: Guyeoman camp 3505m – Nyakalengeji .

The final  day is here , day 8 of your 8days  Mount speke and mount stanely itinerary is finally here. Say goodbye to Guyeman and embark on your journey out the mountain , here you will walk through the bogs then cross bridges  and the famous kichuchu cliff walking on metallic ladders for some time . you will then walk through the bamboo forest you will notice a change and you body will start to be heavy again as you keep lowering the altitude . Proceed to Nyabitaba for a hot lunch after which you will then head out through the lush forest and get out of the park.  As you bid farrewell thee to mountains take time to reflect on the incredible adventure as you continue to your next destination.