Mount Elgon
Mountain Elgon, 4321m, lies in eastern Uganda on the border with Kenya, its highest peak Wagagai situated on the Ugandan side. It was one time, thousands of years ago, Africa’s highest mountain but was gradually eroded at the peak reducing it to the current height of 4321m – 8th in Africa thus ranking the 4th in East Africa. The mountain also possesses the largest caldera in the world measuring 50km by 80km. Climbing Mt. Elgon is not one of simply targeting to reach the summit, it is more about discovering the fascinating wildlife along the slopes. The varied vegetation zones harbor plenty of wildlife that you may encounter during the trek. There are also fascinating features such as caves, water pools, falls, and wonderful scenery.
Best Time To Visit
Mount Elgon can be climbed at any time of year, but during the long rains in April and May, the trails becomes slippery, slow and tedious. The dry seasons (June-August and November to March) are best, especially in the spring months of November to December when the wildflowers are in bloom.
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