Rwenzori Mountains
Thickets and incredible impressions
A visit to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest would also pay off, as you can see the last wild mountain gorillas there. The Rwenzori Mountains extend near the equator and are mostly hidden under a blanket of clouds. The glacier-covered peaks rise over 5000 meters into the sky. During the day it is very warm, with almost tropical proportions. At night, however, temperatures drop well below zero degrees. A fantastic view is offered, which one does not forget so quickly. In the Rwenzori Mountains you will find an almost surreal world, where swamps, rock passages or giant plants can be discovered. The slippery roots and also heather trees as well as the colorful moss carpets perfectly round off the overall picture. The vegetation is such that you can also encounter gorillas at the water points in the Rwenzori Mountains. You can also go on a round trip with a guide in the mountains. Here the most beautiful places of the mountains are explored. Since it can be very cold and unpleasant at night, good equipment is required.
Icy lakes and numerous animal species
In the Rwenzori Mountains you can also find a large variety of animal species, which have optimally adapted to the nature here and adapted to their own needs. The inhabitants of the Rwenzori Mountains have adapted to their surroundings according to the circumstances. In the jungle you can discover various animals of special species and you have to fight your way through the thicket. Numerous swamps and ponds are also present in the Rwenzori Mountains. The narrow paths leading through the mountains are very steep and you can easily get lost. Before you break through the cloud cover towards the summit, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the untouched valley, which boasts impressive flora and fauna. This vegetation also influences the living conditions of the inhabitants of the Rwenzori Mountains. If you want to climb the summit, you will find it in the central core of the mountains.
Glaciations and influences
The Rwenzori Mountains are the third largest mountain range on the African continent. It lies exactly on the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. It is the only one of the three mountains that has glaciation. Expeditions are planned and carried out in Fort Portal if you want to travel to the Rwenzori Mountains. It is an important point for infrastructure and for tourism. The mountains are also located west of the rift valley, which lies on the east African side. In the Rwenzori Mountains there are numerous smaller peaks, which can be climbed at any time. The rivers flow into the valley and thus enrich the vegetation of the surrounding area. Lakes and crevasses can also be found in the Rwenzori Mountains. There is also a very high humidity in the mountains, which is due to the rainfall and vegetation zones. It rains very often in the Rwenzori Mountains and updrafts are created by evaporation.
