Kilembe Trail & Kilembe Mines
Kilembe
A southern mountain trail starting from Kilembe, the old copper mining town west of Kasese, with lakes and moraine landscapes along the way. It can be done as a short or multi-day hike.
The Kilembe route is operated by Rwenzori Trekking Services (RTS). It starts in Kilembe, about 12 km west of Kasese, and climbs the southern side of the Mubuku River valley. It passes the Sine, Mutinda, and Bugata camps on the way to the summit area. From there, you can continue to climb Margherita Peak or follow a loop trail. The route also offers short hikes of 1 to 3 days, such as the climb to the Mutinda viewpoint rock. Kilembe was a copper mining town during the colonial era, and the old mine site and worker housing can still be seen. You can reach the start from Kasese by motorcycle taxi or taxi.
Opening hours
Year-round (best in the dry season)
Nearby sights
- Rwenzori Mountains National Park
- Mahoma Trail & Lake Mahoma
- Ruboni Community Camp & Bakonzo Cultural Trails
- Rwenzori Central Circuit Trail
- Equator Monument (Kikorongo)
- Margherita Peak (Mount Stanley)
- Lake George