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Uganda places

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Trailhead

Budadiri

Classic Mount Elgon approach village for the Sasa and Sipi-facing summit itineraries.

Trailhead

Kapkwai

Mount Elgon forest-edge access point used for lower mountain walking, caves, and longer summit traverses.

Trailhead

Nyakalengija

Main Uganda-side trailhead for the Central Circuit and the normal start for hut-based Rwenzori expeditions.

Mountain town

Kasese

Main logistics town for the Uganda side of the trip and the Rwenzori exit point.

Mountain city

Mbale

Main service city for Mount Elgon departures, transport, staffing, and equipment staging in eastern Uganda.

Forest gateway

Rushaga

Bwindi gorilla tracking sector used as the forest crossing point in the itinerary.