Climb one of Uganda’s most remote mountains, surrounded by silence, rock faces and stunning wilderness.
This off-the-beaten-path hiking tour leads you up the wild and little-visited peak of Mount Kadam. You’ll travel through authentic Karamoja landscapes and camp in the mountains under the stars.
- Duration: 4 days, 3 nights
- Starts/ends: Mbale (other locations on request)
- Best time to visit: All year round
- Travel type: Private or group tour
- Destination: Mount Kadam (Karamoja region, Uganda)
- Accommodation: 1 night in Nakapiripirit, 2 nights camping on the mountain
Tour Price (Per Person)
2 persons: from $725 p.p.
4 persons: from $575 p.p.
6 persons: from $525 p.p.
Prices are based on basic accommodation and full-board camping. Alternate start or end points are possible on request.
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Mbale – Nakapiripirit – Mount Kadam – Mbale
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
4-Day Mount Kadam Hiking Tour
Day 1 – Transfer to Nakapiripirit
In the afternoon, your guide will collect you from Mbale for the drive north to Nakapiripirit, a small town at the base of Mount Kadam. This is where you’ll spend the night and prepare for your hike. Enjoy the peaceful Karamoja atmosphere and rest well for the adventure ahead.
Overnight: Panaora Hotel (or equivalent in same price range)
Day 2 – Start of the Climb & Wild Camp
After breakfast, transfer to the trailhead and begin your ascent of Mount Kadam. The trail leads through dry woodland and open ridges, slowly gaining elevation with incredible views. Your porters and guide set up camp halfway up the mountain. Enjoy a hearty dinner and a night under the stars.
Overnight: Mountain camp on Mount Kadam
Day 3 – Summit Day & Camp on the Ridge
Rise early and continue your trek towards the summit ridge. Today’s route includes steeper sections, rock features and wide open plateaus. At the top, enjoy sweeping views over Uganda and towards Kenya. You’ll set up camp again on the mountain and share stories around a small fire.
Overnight: Mountain camp on Mount Kadam
Day 4 – Descend & Return to Mbale
After breakfast, begin your descent back to the valley with your guide and porters. The downhill route offers new perspectives on the land you’ve conquered. Return to Nakapiripirit and continue by car back to Mbale. Arrival in the late afternoon.
What’s Included
- Transfer from Mbale to Nakapiripirit and starting point
- Car with driver/guide 2 days (drop off and pickup)
- Guide from Elgon Safaris
- Fuel
- 1 night at Panaora Hotel Nakapiripirit
- 3 day guided hike on Mount Kadam with experienced guide
- Hike is based on Full Board (meals included)
- Porters for camping gear and food
- Tents
What’s Not Included
- (international) flights
- Visa
- Meals not listed under included
- Tips
- Drinks
Hike a Mountain Few Have Reached
Mount Kadam is one of Uganda’s least climbed mountains, rising 3,000+ metres near the Kenyan border. The trails are wild, unmarked and offer a rare sense of solitude. It’s ideal for adventurous hikers looking for something beyond the well-known routes.
Camp in Untouched Nature
This hike includes two nights of wild camping on the mountain, with full support from porters and local guides. You’ll sleep under the stars, eat by the fire and wake up surrounded by nothing but rock, sky and silence. A pure experience of Uganda’s wilderness.
Real Views, Real Effort, Real Reward
The trek to the summit offers ever-changing landscapes — from acacia slopes to high ridge trails. On clear days, you can see into Kenya and across Karamoja’s wide valleys. It’s a physical challenge with rich emotional payoff.
Slow Travel with Depth
This tour is designed for hikers who want to disconnect from noise and reconnect with the land. You’ll experience authentic Karamoja hospitality and see a part of Uganda most travellers never reach — all in just four days.
Client Review
“Camping on the slopes of Mount Kadam was an experience I’ll never forget. Quiet, wild and breathtaking.”
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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