Elgon is 4, 321m high extinct volcano which in prehistoric times stood
taller than Kilimanjaro does today. Although the mountain straddles
the Kenya border, its loftiest peak, Wagagai lies within Uganda and
is best ascended from the Uganda side.
Spectacular scenery is the main attraction for hikers on this oft–
neglected and relatively undemanding mountain, but there is also a
variety of forest monkeys and small antelope, along with elephant
and buffalo. A checklist topping 300 birds includes many species not
recorded elsewhere in Uganda.
Other attractions include ancient cave paintings close to the trail-head
at Budadiri, and spectacular caves and hot springs within the crater.
