Glaciers & Coffee
The high altitude (1,300m+) and rich volcanic soils produce some of the finest organic Arabica beans in East Africa. At Rwenzori Hantravel Safaris, we take you straight to the source. This is not a factory tour; it is an authentic farm visit.
“Work alongside a local farmer to turn red cherries into fresh black coffee using methods that have remained unchanged for generations.”
The Traditional Process
The Harvest
Walk through the steep hillside gardens where the air feels cool and fresh. If you visit during the season, you do not just watch: you help hand-pick the ripe red cherries, learning to select only the best beans.
Pulp & Dry
See how we wash the beans to remove the pulp and then spread them on open trestles. We sun-dry the beans in the pure mountain air, allowing them to slowly develop their rich flavor profile.
The Roast
This marks the best part. You roast the green beans yourself over an open fire using a traditional clay pot. As the beans darken and crackle, the aroma fills the air, and it is incredible.
Grind & Taste
Using a wooden mortar and pestle, we grind the beans by hand. Then, we brew the grounds to serve you the freshest cup of coffee you will ever experience, right there in the garden.
Trip Logistics
Support the local farmers directly by purchasing bags of freshly roasted beans to take back home with you.