Free tour

Free tour of the crater lakes of Fortportal-Kasenda.

5.00

Excellent(3)

Fort Portal

Duration: 4 hours

Languages: English

Guru: Robert

Registered on 26 August 2021

Am an English speaking freelance tourist guide been doing tours for over five years. I studied tourism at the university and so passionate about nature and wildlife, and about using tourism as a tool for conservation and restoration. I volunteer with the Lake Nkuruba Nature Reserve as a conservationist ensuring the restoration of indigenous tree species and extending the forest cover. No wonder it's at this place i normally meet with the people i walk around.

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Exploring the Crater Lakes of Fortportal!
Known for having the highest concentration of crater lakes per square kilometer in the world, exploring the crater lakes of Fortportal is an extraordinary experience.

Start at Lake Nkuruba, where you can see more than four species of monkeys and the oldest of the 52 different crater lakes around the Mountains of the Moon.

Continue to the Ndali Kasenda crater lakes, each lake has its own charm, Lake Nyinambuga is one of the largest and most beautiful, and its photo now appears on the 20,000 Ugandan shilling note.

During this tour, there is the option to visit the local vanilla producer who shows you their vanilla farm, the entire process from planting to pollination and harvesting, and finally the drying process. However, it is much better when you buy some vanilla from them, otherwise, they will charge you a small fee to show you the place.

This tour goes beyond the crater lakes, as it takes you through local villages to see how the locals live, banana plantations, and the local market, especially every Monday and Thursday, there is a local farmers' market.

You can choose to have lunch at the local restaurant or return to the Lake Nkuruba Nature Reserve to have lunch at the lodge by Lake Nkuruba.

This tour lasts 3 to 4 hours, but there is the option to hop on bodabodas in case you get tired along the way, another great experience. Bodaboda is a local motorcycle taxi.

WHAT IS NEEDED:
*Trekking boots
*Sunscreen
*Raincoat
*Sun hat 🌞
Some physical fitness is required

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Lake Nyinambuga

I will be at the Nkuruba Lake Nature Reserve and the community camp. Just ask for Robert Mugi.

Outside visit

Rwenzori Mountains National Park

We won't necessarily hike the Rwenzori mountain 🏔️ but on a good day through out our walk we will have very nice views of these mountains of the moon. The view is very clear especially during the rainy seasons at some point snow can also be seen.

Outside visit

Rwaihamba Masjid

Rwaihamba Village stands as the largest and most vibrant village nestled within the picturesque crater lakes area of Kasenda in Fort Portal, Uganda. Renowned as a traditional center, this charming village boasts a unique cultural allure that captivates visitors from around the globe. Every Monday and Thursday, Rwaihamba Village transforms into a bustling marketplace, creating an atmosphere teeming with energy and vitality.

Outside visit

Lake Lyantonde

Lake Lyantonde is among the 32 different crater lakes and here it's safe to swim depending on the weather you can always feel free to jump in and have a memorable crater lakes swim. Surrounded by trees at this lake primates such as red tailed monkeys can be seen as well as a number of bird species.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).