Central Circuit
Rwenzori Mountains National Park, Kabarole, Uganda
Out-and-back trail in Rwenzori Mountains National Park, Kabarole, Uganda. Hiking.
- Distance
- 16 mi (25.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 6,070 ft (1,850 m)
- Est. Time
- 8 hr 15 min
- High point
- 11,253 ft (3,430 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Hut: Nyabitaba Hut 7 mi (11.2 km) from start
- Shelter: Nyamuleju Hut 13.9 mi (22.3 km) from start
- Hut: John Matte Hut 15.6 mi (25.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Central Circuit
How long is Central Circuit?
Central Circuit is 16 mi (25.7 km) long. Most people take about 8 hr 15 min. It climbs 6,070 ft (1,850 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,253 ft (3,430 m).
How hard is Central Circuit?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Central Circuit?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Central Circuit?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Central Circuit shaded?
Mostly shaded (83% under trees).
What can you do on Central Circuit?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Central Circuit?
Snow Hieghts Lodge, 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat.
Is this a good week for Central Circuit?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Lake Mahoma Trail Rwenzori Mountains National Park · Moderate · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- Kilembe circuit Rwenzori Mountains National Park · Hard · 6.3 mi (10.1 km)
- Karogoto Ntandi Bundibugyo · Hard · 2.7 mi (4.3 km)
- Tafi Path Mbarara · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- Kigambira Loop Lake Mburo National Park · Moderate · 7.1 mi (11.4 km)
- foot path Kyalwamuka Central Forest Reserve · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap