Mountain Club of Uganda

Mountain biking
2021-09-26, 2021-10-10, 2021-10-24 08:00 - 13:00, 2021-11-07 08:00 - 13:00, 2021-11-28 08:00 - 13:00, 2021-12-05 08:00 - 13:00 (Africa/Kampala)
Together with Bike Shop Uganda we are running bi-weekly mountain biking trips (Sunday, half-day) in and around Kampala.
Depending on the route, the trips are around 20 to 25km, starting at 8am at Beach House Garden Ggaba. The rides finish at around 1 pm.
Costs for MCU members exclusively: 10k and extra 10k in case of boat transfer, bike rental (incl. helmet) 100k
SIgn up here!

Kayaking AND CYCLING Trip to Jinja
2021-10-02 - 2021-10-03
Together with Kayak the Nile we are running our kayaking weekends again!!
Sign up for the 2nd and 3rd of October! THIS IS A SPECIAL EVENT: We will have a group that cycles to Jinja together with Bike Shop Uganda. To sign up for cycling and/or kayaking, please find two separate here.
Here is all you need to know about our kayaking weekends.
There are some slight adjustments to prevent the spread of COVID-19:

Two trips per month to avoid a big group gathering
Max. 15 people for one weekend in groups of 3 people
Time slots to avoid big group briefings or lunch
MCU is not organizing any accommodation and does not encourage to stay altogether in one camp; there will be also no collective dinner/BBQ plan for the evening
For all who hold or plan to purchase the 5 lessons bundle (applies normally for min. 4 MCU members), this will be possible for only 10 USD extra per person (more information on pricing in the all-you-need-to-know sheet – find the link in the sign up sheet)
We highly encourage everyone who travels together also could stay together in one kayaking group (so kindly check on the level of each other).
Preventative measurements for COVID-19 must be taken serious. Temperature check on arrival, sanitize hands on arrival, masks must be worn (correctly!) when not in the water, hands should be sanitzed or washed regularly, social distancing required (as much as is possible). In any case someone gets tested positive for COVID-19 within 14 days after the weekend, please follow the suggested SOPs by the MCU: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17y_4Czxil21ycWA0674J2rh_ttbkI2WCxgckerHwc94/edit?usp=sharing

Kayaking Weekend
2021-10-16 - 2021-10-17, 2021-10-30 - 2021-10-31, 2021-11-13 - 2021-11-14, 2021-11-27 - 2021-11-28, 2021-12-11 - 2021-12-12
Together with Kayak the Nile we are running our kayaking weekends again!! Sign up here and have lots of fun on the Nile 🙂
Here is all you need to know about our kayaking weekends.
There are some slight adjustments to prevent the spread of COVID-19:

Two trips per month to avoid a big group gathering
Max. 15 people for one weekend in groups of 3 people
Time slots to avoid big group briefings or lunch
MCU is not organizing any accommodation and does not encourage to stay altogether in one camp; there will be also no collective dinner/BBQ plan for the evening
For all who hold or plan to purchase the 5 lessons bundle (applies normally for min. 4 MCU members), this will be possible for only 10 USD extra per person (more information on pricing in the all-you-need-to-know sheet – find the link in the sign up sheet)
We highly encourage everyone who travels together also could stay together in one kayaking group (so kindly check on the level of each other).
Preventative measurements for COVID-19 must be taken serious. Temperature check on arrival, sanitize hands on arrival, masks must be worn (correctly!) when not in the water, hands should be sanitzed or washed regularly, social distancing required (as much as is possible). In any case someone gets tested positive for COVID-19 within 14 days after the weekend, please follow the suggested SOPs by the MCU: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17y_4Czxil21ycWA0674J2rh_ttbkI2WCxgckerHwc94/edit?usp=sharing

Climbing Trip to Luwazi
2021-11-27
We are running a one-day climbing trip to Luwazi this Saturday – sign up if you are up for it!

Mt Moroto Hiking Trip
2021-12-03 - 2021-12-05
MCU is organising a hiking trip to Mt Moroto. Sign up here!

These are the details:
PRICE
315 000 UGX per person

SCHEDULE
Day 1 (3rd December)

Arrival in Moroto district and camp at DNA Café
Dinner at DNA Café around the campfire

Day 2 (4th December)

Early breakfast and full day hike to the valley of Moroto and end up at the place called “Nangataret” a Karimojong bound meaning a place of winning. We set our with packed lunch, can be eaten on one of the stop/resting point.
The hike takes us through the valley of Mt. Moroto and the homesteads of the Tepeth minority group of people.
In the late afternoon walk to one of the strategic rocks suitable for sundowner view while waiting for dinner to get ready.

DAY 3 (5th December)

Early morning breakfast with a sunrise view and thereafter slop back to Moroto town. (between 10:00am -11:30am)
Early lunch and that will then mark the end of the tour

SUMMARY OF DAYS
Day 1: camp at DNA Café-Moroto
Day 2: Bush camp on Mt. Moroto

WHATS INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
All Meals during the tour, NFA fees, Tour guiding, Community facilitation, Camping
equipment’s, Porters, and water

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Drinks, tips, transport and other personal expenditures

OUR TOUR OPERATOR AND GUIDE
Anyakun Paul from Destination Nomad Africa
For detailed questions on the trip, reach Paul on +256-785-250-890 or via email dna.karamojatour@gmail.com

GETTING THERE
Transport from /to Kampala is not included in the trip fees and needs to be organised individually. Make sure to sign up for the trip and reach out to the people who are indicating to be able sharing a ride or offer a ride yourself.

BECOME A MCU MEMBER
You are not yet a member? You can sign up here today: https://mcu.ug/membership/registration/

Kayaking Weekend
2022-01-29 - 2022-01-30, 2022-02-12 - 2022-02-13, 2022-02-26 - 2022-02-27, 2022-03-12 - 2022-03-13, 2022-03-26 - 2022-03-27, 2022-04-02 - 2022-04-03
Together with Kayak the Nile we are running bi-weekly kayaking weekends in Jinja. This is a great opportunity to enjoy kayaking on the Nile for both beginners and experts. Sign up here and have lots of fun on the Nile 🙂
Here is all you need to know about our kayaking weekends.
There are some slight adjustments to prevent the spread of COVID-19:

Two trips per month to avoid a big group gathering
Max. 15 people for one weekend in groups of 3 people
Time slots to avoid big group briefings or lunch
MCU is not organizing any accommodation and does not encourage to stay altogether in one camp; there will be also no collective dinner/BBQ plan for the evening
For all who hold or plan to purchase the 5 lessons bundle (applies normally for min. 4 MCU members), this will be possible for only 10 USD extra per person (more information on pricing in the all-you-need-to-know sheet – find the link in the sign up sheet)
We highly encourage everyone who travels together also could stay together in one kayaking group (so kindly check on the level of each other).
Preventative measurements for COVID-19 must be taken serious. Temperature check on arrival, sanitize hands on arrival, masks must be worn (correctly!) when not in the water, hands should be sanitzed or washed regularly, social distancing required (as much as is possible). In any case someone gets tested positive for COVID-19 within 14 days after the weekend, please follow the suggested SOPs by the MCU: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17y_4Czxil21ycWA0674J2rh_ttbkI2WCxgckerHwc94/edit?usp=sharing

We also have an MCU kayaking Whatsapp group where we send you all the updates – approach us and let us add you!

Mountain Biking
2022-02-13 08:00 - 13:00
Together with Bike Shop Uganda we are running bi-weekly mountain biking trips (Sunday, half-day) in and around Kampala.
Depending on the route, the trips are around 20 to 25km, starting at 8am at Beach House Garden Ggaba. The rides finish at around 1 pm.
Costs for MCU members: 10k and extra 10k in case of boat transfer, bike rental (incl. helmet) 100k
Sign up here!

Mt. Moroto Hike
2022-03-05 - 2022-03-08
MCU is planning a hiking trip to Mount Moroto for 5th to 8th March.
More information can be found in the sign up sheet and will be shared via email shortly, once you have signed up. We are limited to 10 people, so make sure to sign up soon if you want to join – the deadline for sign ups is the 28th Feb.
Sign up here to join us!

Mountain Biking
2022-03-13 08:00 - 13:00, 2022-03-27 08:00 - 13:00, 2022-04-17 08:00 - 13:00
Together with Bike Shop Uganda we are running mountain biking trips (Sunday, half-day) in and around Kampala.
Depending on the route, the trips are around 20 to 25km, starting at 8am at Beach House Garden Ggaba. The rides finish at around 1 pm.
Costs for MCU members: 10k and extra 10k in case of boat transfer, bike rental (incl. helmet) 100k
Sign up here!

MCU Social
2022-03-25
We are excited to start our MCU Socials again! We will meet every last Friday of the month.
On March 25, we will start off with meeting at The Aleph Bar close to Acacia Mall and have some drinks and food together. Everyone is welcome! Bring your friends!

Mountain Biking (Cancelled!)
2022-04-03 08:00 - 13:00
Unfortunately, we have to cancel this biking event. The next one is on April 17!

Boulder Wall Clean Up
2022-04-10
To make our Roma Wall fit for the next months, we are planning a boulder wall clean up (half) day on 10th April. Help us to maintain MCU’s boulder wall!
Details to follow!

Climbing Trip to Luwazi
2022-04-23 - 2022-04-24
MCU is organizing a climbing and camping trip to Luwazi. We climb a lot, eat together and sleep on top of the cliff with great views and sunsets!
Climbers who passed the MCU belay test are invited. If you have not already passed the test, please go with someone who will belay you.
Trip fee: 10k UGX per day
Food (Roasted goat or veggie option): 25k UGX
Sign up here!

Rock & River Weekend Trip
2022-04-30 - 2022-05-01
Hi everyone, no plans yet for next weekend?
Join our MCU ROCK & RIVER WEEKEND in Jinja, from 30th April to 1st May (or perhaps extend since a public holiday is around the corner). This is for EVERYONE, no matter if you’re an outdoor enthusiast, curious about trying new water sports or enjoying some swimming, drinks and fun in a good crowd next to the Nile.
We’ll go there on Saturday, offering an optional stopover in Luwazi to get some climbing in. In case you want to join, ropes will be provided but please let us know in case you need any other rental gear. If you’re up for taking Kayaking lessons, there are great discounts (up to 45%) for MCU members or otherwise you can find some other fun equipment to float/paddle around the river. For those who prefer staying on land, explore the area on a mountain bike or in your running shoes. Depending on the amount of people we get together, we will also organise a small evening event (boat, drinks, sunset…).
So basically, a social weekend with lots of outdoor-fun-opportunities. If you’re interested, please make sure to sign up until Thursday and indicate what you’re interested in.
See you there!!
