Location
Mount Elgon is an extinct volcano on the border of Uganda and Kenya north of Kisumu and west of Kitale. The mountain’s highest point, named “Wagagai”, is located entirely within Uganda.
Quick Facts
- Has uncommon bird species
Activities
- Nature and forest walks
- Camp fire
- Community Engagement
- Swimming
Summary
Explore Mt. Elgon National Park, nestled in Eastern Uganda near Mbale town, boasting the majestic Mountain Elgon, the second highest peak in Uganda. With its diverse ecosystems and rich biodiversity, including over 300 bird species and unique montane moorland endemics, the park offers unparalleled opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts and adventurers alike.
Starter Pack
- Both light and heavy dull coloured attires
- Raincoat or Jacket
- Sun glasses
- Sun screen
- A torch
- Flipflops
- Hiking boots
- A pair of safari shorts
- A mosquito/bug repellent
Best Time To Visit
Mt. Elgon National Park is open for visitors throughout the year, the months of June-September are highly recommended because they fit right within the dry season. This is so because during the dry season there is little or no guarantee for rainfall, which is generally disruptive in terms of movement.
Full Description
Mountain Elgon national park is located in the Eastern part of Uganda just a few kilometers away from Mbale town. The park sits on a total land area of 1,145 square kilometers and is home to Mountain Elgon, the 2nd highest mountain in Uganda after Mountain Rwenzori. Mt. Elgon stands at a height of 4,321 meters and is a dormant volcanic mountain whose ranges are shared by Uganda and Kenya.
Mt. Elgon region is predominantly inhabited to two tribes, the Bagisu and the Sabiny, with the marginalized Ndorobos forced to dwell deep within the forest of Benet. The Bagisu, also known as the Bamasaba, consider Mount Elgon to be an embodiment of their founding father Masaba and refer to the mountain by the name Masaba.
The higher slopes of the mountain ranges are gazetted as national parks both in Uganda and Kenya, creating an extensive trans-boundary conservation area which has been declared a UNESCO biosphere reserve. Mountain Elgon National Park is a home to over 300 species of birds, including the endangered Lammergeyer. The most commonly sighted species are blue monkeys and the black and white Columbus. A small number of elephants are residents of forests and several montane moorland endemics. A climb through Mountain Elgon’s moorlands unveils a magnificent and uncluttered wilderness without the summit-oriented approach common to many mountains.
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