Overview
The Mount Sabinyo Hike is one of East Africa’s most rewarding volcano hikes, offering adventure lovers the opportunity to explore a unique crater and caldera at the summit. The mountain gets its name from its resemblance to an old man’s teeth, known as “Sabinyo” in the local Rwandese language. Situated at the crossroads of Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, the mountain is shared by three national parks: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Uganda), Virunga National Park (Congo), and Volcanoes National Park (Rwanda). The region is part of the Virunga Massif, home to several volcanoes and endangered mountain gorillas, making this trek the perfect opportunity to combine a hike with a gorilla trek.
What to Pack:
- Comfortable hiking shoes
- Light clothing for daytime
- Long-sleeve shirt and trousers (for protection against insects)
- Rain jacket/poncho
- Camera, binoculars
- Power banks, extra batteries
- Personal items and money.
Detailed travel Package
Day 01 :Transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Kisoro
On Day 1, you will be picked up from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe in the morning. The journey begins as you head to the western part of Uganda. A stopover will be made at the Equator to capture some photos and perform experiments. A second stop will take place in Mbarara City at Igongo Cultural Hotel, where you will enjoy lunch. Afterward, continue your journey directly to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, arriving late in the evening. Check-in at your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 02 :Hike Mount Sabinyo
Day 2 starts with an early breakfast, followed by packing a lunch box and water. You will meet your safari driver and proceed to Ntebeko Visitor Center at the park headquarters for a briefing. Afterward, you will begin your hike to the summit of Mount Sabinyo, which takes between 6 to 8 hours, depending on the group’s pace and terrain. Along the way, you will experience breathtaking views of Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The highlight of the hike is reaching the summit, where you will witness a caldera and a swampy lake. After taking in the views, begin the descent back to the visitor center, where your safari driver will return you to your lodge for a relaxed evening, dinner, and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 03 :Drive Back to Kampala for Departure
After breakfast on Day 3, check out of your lodge and begin your drive back to Kampala. A stop will be made again in Mbarara for lunch at Igongo Cultural Hotel. Afterward, proceed directly to Kampala where you will be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to Entebbe International Airport to catch your flight back home.
Note: You may also choose to end your trip in Kigali, Rwanda.
