Karamoja 4 Peaks, Mountain Hiking Challenge

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Karamoja 4 Peaks Hiking Event is not for the faint hearted. Expect a physical and mental challenge, rich cultural encounters, dramatic scenery and unique biodiversity.

Karamoja 4 Peaks, Mountain Hiking Challenge

The Karamoja 4 Peaks Mountain Hiking Challenge is not for the faint-hearted. Expect a physical and mental challenge, rich cultural encounters, dramatic scenery and unique biodiversity.

The first edition of the event is taking place from 6th  until 12th December 2024. Read the day by day itinerary.

The mountains

The Karamoja 4 Peaks Mountain Hiking Event involves climbing the four highest mountains of the Karamoja region located in northeastern Uganda.  These are an exciting alternative to the more strenuous climbs in East Africa with many of the same attractions, a milder climate, lower elevation and requires no special equipment or technical experience.

The so-called Karamoja plateau is defined by a string of volcanic mountains starting from Mount Kadam in the south until Mount Morungole in the north.

height ascend duration distance
Mount Kadam 3063m 3020m 12hrs 32Km
Mount Moroto 3083m 1950m 8,5hrs 26Km
Mount Napak 2538m 1800m 8hrs 19Km
Mount Morungole 2749m 1540m 7hrs 27km
Why hike with us?

Local experience: You’re in good hands. We’re the most experienced organisation specialised in meaningful cultural tours and outdoor adventures throughout the Karamoja region.

Empowering: We train and employ guides and porters coming from the local community and contribute to the local government or other locally respected governing systems.

Sustainable: We avoid creating cultural and natural impact on the environment and thereby protect and preserve outdoor spaces for generations to come.

Save: Our guides are First Aid volunteers and where applicable wildlife rangers accompany the expeditions.

Highlights

• The ultimate off-the-beaten-track adventure
• Hike and camp on Uganda’s most untouched landscapes
• Learn from the diversity of indigenous cultures and traditions

Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 Fri, 6 Dec Transfer from Kampala to Mt Napak 7hrs
Day 2 Sat, 7 Dec AM: Hike to the peak of Mt Napak 8hrs (2700m)
PM: Transfer to Mt Kadam
Day 3 Sun, 8 Dec Hike to the peak of Mt Kadam, 8hrs (3083m)
PM: Transfer to Mt Moroto
Day 4 Mon, 9 Dec Hike to the peak of Mt Moroto 8hrs (3063m)
Day 5 Tues, 10 Dec PM: Transfer to Mt Morungole
Day 6 Wed, 11 Dec One day hike Mt Murungole 5-6hrs (2500m)
Day 7 Thurs, 12 Dec Transfer to Kampala 12hrs
Included

• Park fees (for non-residents)
• All activities
• Budget Accommodation
• Camping Equipment
• 1 Porter per 2 Clients
• A professional driver/guide
• All Taxes/VAT
• Meals

Excluded

• All transportation
• International flights
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• Tips (tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
• Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
• Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
• Drinks other then water

Getting there and away

• This tour starts in Kampala and ends in Kampala, Uganda (when transport included)
• A transfer from and back to the airport (or hotel) can be arranged for extra cost.
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for extra cost

Requirements

• Your personal clothing (warm and cold gear)
• Good walking footwear
• Quick drying towel
• 45L backpack, sunscreen, reusable water bottle / backpack sack, sunglasses and camera

More packing tips: http://www.kara-tunga.com/packing-list/

Accommodation

• On the mountain: single or double occupancy in quality 2 or 3 person tents with good sleeping pads and bags.
• Basecamp: basic accommodation.

Fitness level

This expedition is not for the faint hearted. A distance of