Wanale and Nusu Hike Temple of Nature

Wanale and Nusu Hike Temple of Nature

Experience awe-inspiring hikes on Wanale hill and Mount Nusu, the most visible ranges of Mount Elgon as you go through spectacular deep valleys, forest cover, rural settlements, rock formations and swim in the pool of virginity as a reward for a challenging trek. Our hikes take you on lovely panoramic paths as well as on stepped paths with wonderful views of the picturesque scenery. Discover remote mountain huts, mountain way of life and impressive high mountain valleys. Again and again traditional 'Bamasaaba' delicacies invite you to a comfortable break.

Itinerary

Day 1: Wanale Hike Challenge “Temple of Nature”, Mbale

Stop At: Wanale Subcounty Headquarters, Uganda
We depart at around 08:00 hours. This hike takes us through the beautiful Wanale Ranges, part of the Nkokonjeru arm – a 25km long tongue of lava that flowed out of the side of the volcano. We will experience an awe-inspiring hike as we go through breathtaking fauna and flora, petrified wood, caves, waterfalls, rock formations and swim in the pool of virginity as a reward for a challenging trek. Beware of throwing a stone into the Nabuyonga stream – local folklore claims that if you do so, a thunderstorm will strike you before you leave. We later head towards our campsite.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Wanale Hill Campsite. Tented Accommodation, Campfire and Barbecue will be provided.

Day 2: Mt Nusu Challenge “Experience of a Lifetime”, Bududa

Stop At: Mount Nusu, Manjiya, Uganda
After breakfast we venture into the countryside district of Bududa and experience a charming village setting. Enjoy a spectacular and enlightening guided 5–8 hours hike to the highest peak in the Bududa valley. From the top, you enjoy breathtaking views of the valley and Bududa district. You will also notice how high up people can live and how far they must travel for supplies. Later we descend and head towards Mbale town as we end our tour with beautiful memories.
Duration: 10 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.