An ideal starting point for treks and hikes at just 200m from the national park entrance.
This cosy lodge in the foothills of the Rwenzoris, is located parallel to the Mubuku River and close to the national park entrance. The location is unrivalled for trekkers, novice walking enthusiasts and experienced mountaineers.
Equator Snow Lodge has four comfortable, clean and spacious, en-suite stone and wood cabins. The main building has a restaurant and bar with a welcoming fireplace and wooden decks. The main building and rooms are tastefully furnished with bright, funky interiors and rooms have big, comfortable beds.
The property is just a short walk from the riverbank and close by are some hot springs. Solar power is utilised. The attentive, friendly staff continue to earn many compliments from guests. Worth mentioning is the ‘loo with a view’ – superlatives simply fail when trying to convey the magnificence of the vistas guests can take in from here.
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When to go to Uganda
Find out the best time to visit Uganda with our month by month guide.
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January
January is classed at the dry season in Uganda, it is one of the best times to visit. Wildlife spotting is good at this time of year is there is less vegetation to obstruct your view.
February
The dry season in February is one of the best times to visit. Wildlife spotting is good at this time of year as there is less vegetation to obstruct your view and a great time for trekking to see chimps, mountain gorillas and migratory birds.
March
The start of the wet season brings lush green foliage and animals giving birth to their young. Visitors should expect heavy rain showers, with some causing issues with the roads so journeys can be longer and bumpier.
April
The wet season in April brings lush green foliage. Visitors should expect heavy rain showers, trekking mountain gorillas will be slower and slippery but they will still be lurking in the mist.
May
The wet season continues into May, with similar conditions to March and April.
June
June is the start of dry season, it is one of the best times to visit Uganda, with large mammals gathering around watering holes game is easily spotted.
July
The dry season continues into July and remains one of the best times to visit Uganda, with game is easily spotted and abundant.
August
The dry season continues into August and remains one of the best times to visit Uganda, with conditions similar to July.
September
September is a good time to visit, with excellent opportunities to observe gorillas as vegetation remains low. Although always expect some rainfall on your trip.
October
October has excellent opportunities to observe gorillas as vegetation remains low. Although always expect some rainfall on your trip.
November
The wet season begins again, with national parks turning lush green as heavy rain showers fill the skies. For birders this is an excellent although wet time to visit Uganda to see migratory birds.
December
Expect some rainfall in December, but wildlife spotting is generally good at this time of year. It's a great time to trek to see chimpanzees, mountain gorillas as well as migratory birds.
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