RWAGIMBA HOT SPRINGS

Rwagimba Hot Springs: Rwagimba Hot Springs is situated in Kabarole District’s Kibito subcountry. The Rwagimba hot spring is located in the River Rwimi, which divides the districts of Kabarole and Kasese.

An explanation

The King of Toro and his chiefs used the ancient sulfur hot springs; he would be carried on his subjects’ shoulders to lie in warm water and rid himself of wastes for days.

Many residents seek to heal their ailments, heal their animals, take a hot spring bath, hike the Rwenzori Mountains’ slopes and ranges, have a hot spring shower, camp in the lovely surroundings, and many other things.

Locals primarily exploit the Rwagimba hot springs for their therapeutic properties.

The Rwimi River, which divides the western Ugandan districts of Kasese and Kabarole, is home to the Rwagimba Hot Springs. The King frequently spent days at the hot springs to rejuvenate himself, making the region extremely significant.

How to get there

Hire a tour operator to get to the hot springs. Our guide will drive you to the Kasese district in western Uganda, stopping at Nyakigumba Trading Center. From there, you will travel 25 km on the Fort Portal-Kasese Road, drive 7 km up to Kinyampanika Primary School in Katebwa sub-county, and then hike through steep hills to the hot springs.