Office Hours Fact Sheet
Rwenzori Trails
Location: Rwenzori Region, Uganda
Coordinates: 00°22′N 29°57′E
Community Leader:
Ndungo Samuel, Director PARC-Uganda
Partner Organizations:
PARC, Uganda
Crooked Trails, USA
Focus Areas:
Sustainable Ecotourism Development, Community Empowerment & Economic Growth, Environmental & Cultural Preservation
The Rwenzori Community Ecotourism Trail creates a sustainable tourism corridor.
The trail aims to empower local communities, enhance livelihoods, and promote environmental and cultural preservation.
Our focus
For each of the Office Hours projects, we prioritize key metrics that directly align with our mission. For the Rwenzori Trail, we focus on increasing global awareness of the trail, building strategic partnerships, and enhancing community and environmental resources. This includes:
Refining Program Storytelling and Global Positioning to elevate the trail’s visibility and attract sustainable tourism.
Building Strategic Partnerships with tourism boards, NGOs, and industry leaders to drive project sustainability.
Enhancing Community and Environmental Resources to ensure that ecotourism directly benefits local communities.
Promoting Measurable Impact Aligned with UN SDGs, focusing on employment, sustainability, and cultural preservation.
Office Hours KPIs
500+
travelers annually contributing to local tourism growth.
30%
of visitors engaging in volunteer activities with local community initiatives.
100+
women and youth trained & employed as trail guides, craft producers, and hospitality staff.
Why this matters:
This project embodies the principles of the META Foundation's Hospitality 3.0 Framework ensuring cultural, social, and ecological sustainability in the Rwenzori region.
By combining community-driven development with strategic mentorship, this initiative empowers local businesses, fosters sustainable tourism, and preserves the unique cultural heritage of Uganda's Rwenzori region.
Creating sustainable employment opportunities for local communities through ecotourism initiatives.
Promoting eco-friendly tourism practices and encouraging sustainable resource use.
Protecting the Rwenzori ecosystem, conserving biodiversity, and ensuring the long-term health of the region’s natural resources.
