Climbing Mt Wati, a mountain in West Nile, Terego District, is a challenge not for the faint-hearted. Hikers must prepare for a demanding journey, as once you embark on the climb, help is scarce.
Proper hiking boots, trekking poles, snacks, a backpack, and ample water are essential, as dehydration is a likely companion.
Rising approximately 1,250 metres above sea level, Mt Wati is believed to be the highest point in West Nile and is central to the ancestry of the Lugbara people. Located in Erea Parish, Aii-vu Sub-county, the mountain has only recently seen an influx of local tourists.
Hikers are rewarded with stunning views of several parts of West Nile, including Maracha, Koboko, and Arua districts.
The Terego District Tourism Officer, Mr Boniface Aniku, says while Mt Wati holds potential as a tourism destination, the area remains underdeveloped.
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