3 Days/ 2 Night Sipi Falls Trekking (Foothills of Mt Elgon) Safari

Mount Elgon National Park-Uganda

(3 Days/ 2 Night Sipi Falls Trekking (Foothills of Mt Elgon) Safari offers great opportunities to hike, experience cultural activities and various more extreme sports such as tandem paragliding, rock climbing and abseiling in Uganda! This tour allows you to spend a few days to unwind in and explore the incredible four waterfalls falls that make up the Sipi Waterfalls set.)

3 Days/ 2 Night Sipi Falls Trekking (Foothills of Mt Elgon) Safari

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3 Days/ 2 Night Sipi Falls Trekking (Foothills of Mt Elgon) Safari explores Sipi Falls - a series of three waterfalls in Eastern Uganda in the district of Kapchorwa, northeast of Sironko and Mbale. The waterfalls lie on the edge of Mount Elgon National Park near the Kenyan border.

Sipi Falls offers great opportunities to hike, experience cultural activities and various more extreme sports such as tandem paragliding, rock climbing and abseiling! It’s a great place to spend a few days to unwind in and explore the incredible four waterfalls falls that make up the Sipi Waterfalls set.

These hikes offer tranquil views of Mount Elgon including its waterfalls, rainforests and spectacular views over the ridges and plains of Eastern Uganda. A variety of hikes can be arranged up Mount Elgon itself, ranging from 11km hikes (6-8 hours) to 6 kilometers hikes (3-4 hours) and 4 kilometers hikes (2 hours).

3 Days/ 2 Night Sipi Falls Trekking Safari Prices

Notes

* Visit Jinja, The Source of the Nile, Go White Water Rafting: If you want to extend your trip why not stop off for a day in Jinja en-route? There’s plenty to see and do including visiting the source of the Nile and horseback riding as well as more extreme sports including bungee jumping, white water rafting and kayaking on the Nile.

3 Days/ 2 Night Sipi Falls Trekking Safari Prices Include:

* Bottled water while on safari

* Guided coffee processing tour

* Guided walk up the full waterfall set (3 hours)

* Entrance Fees to walk to the base of the waterfalls

* Accommodation for 2 Nights at your choice of hotel

* Services of our professional English speaking safari driver guide

* Round trip transportation from Kampala to Sipi Falls and back to Kampala

3 Days/ 2 Night Sipi Falls Trekking Safari Prices Exclude:

* Additional optional extras and activities (though we can arrange these for you)

* Drinks at lodging, tips, phone calls, laundry, Alcohol and Items of a personal nature

3 Days/ 2 Night Sipi Falls Trekking Safari Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Kampala – Drive to Jinja Town – Mbale Town – Sipi Falls

Early breakfast at your hotel then depart by road head towards the eastern part of the country. This journey will take you through the fascinating Mabira Forest where you will get to see different tree species and animals. Alternatively you could visit Ssezibwa Falls on the way to Jinja.

The drive is very scenic with sugar plantations around Lugazi and Kakira. You will go past sugar cane and tea plantations of Mukono and at Jinja you will also see the River Nile and Lake Victoria. Your lunch will be served at one of the hotels in Jinja.

In Jinja, you will visit the source of the Nile and probably Bujagali Falls from where you proceed to Mbale and finally to Sipi falls.

Overnight Accommodation:

Mid-Range Hotels: Lacam Lodge

Luxury: Sipi Falls Rest Camp or Mbale Resort

Budget Hotels: Crow Net Lodge/ Sipi Falls Rest Camp

Meal Plan {Lunch & Dinner}

Day 2: Explore Mount Elgon (Various Activities Available)

After breakfast short hikes in and around the local area will be arranged to see the plethora of waterfalls, breathtaking landscape and abundant birdlife. One can choose to take hikes that last anywhere from 1 to 4 hours, depending on routes taken.

Spend the day viewing all three of waterfalls in the Sipi Valley, this trek can be strenuous in places but has many viewpoints to stop and rest and take in the beautiful scenery of Mount Elgon and plains below. Our guides will take you through the local trails and can introduce you to the local area and Sabine customs.

If you are heading out for the full day a packed lunch will be provided. Optional activities available include : Trout Fly Fishing, Mt Elgon Expeditions and day hikes, Climbing, Abseiling, Mountain Biking, Trekking, Archery and Bird Watching

Overnight Accommodation:

Mid-Range Hotels: Lacam Lodge

Luxury: Sipi Falls Rest Camp or Mbale Resort

Budget Hotels: Crow Net Lodge/ Sipi Falls Rest Camp

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 3: Sipi Falls – Drive to Kampala
Breakfast at your hotel then depart Sipi Falls and drive to Jinja. Here you will get to visit Bujagali Falls and get to see White Water Rafters. You may join in the fun.

You can also visit the source of the River Nile if you missed a visit on the first day of your journey to Sipi Falls in Mt Elgon. Enjoy lunch in Jinja before heading back for Kampala in the evening.

Meal Plan {Breakfast & Lunch}

Sipi Falls Optional Activities

Mt Elgon Expeditions and Day Hikes

Mt Elgon (4321meters) is the eighth highest mountain in Africa and the second largest freestanding volcanic base in the world rising more than 3000m above the surrounding plains and dominating the local landscape.

Summiting Wagagai Peak is definitely a highlight of any trip to Uganda and we have a variety of packages to suit your needs.

Day hikes in Mt Elgon National Park are an increasingly popular option. A full day hike will take you through thick jungle and bamboo forests to Tutum caves where you can have lunch before returning back to the lodge. These hikes are organized with African Spice Safaris.

Abseiling options range from 'easy' 25m descents all the way to the 100m waterfall descent. Robs Rolling Rock - a Ugandan company initially trained by Italian climbers - operates climbing and abseiling activities. They also provide CE approved climbing helmets for these activities free of charge.

These hikes offer tranquil views of Mount Elgon including its waterfalls, rainforests and spectacular views over the ridges and plains of Eastern Uganda. A variety of hikes can be arranged up Mount Elgon itself, ranging from 11km hikes (6-8 hours) to 6km hikes (3-4 hours) and 4km hikes (2 hours).

Mountain Biking
The potential for mountain biking here is huge! I've been heading out with friends into the hills and valleys around Sipi and what we've found so far is incredible.

Long fast sections of single track, technical rocky sections and some epic climbs back out of the valley floor. If you're looking for a more relaxed ride then you can choose a shorter easier route, or even just do the downhill and have a boda-boda pick you up back to the top.

We currently do NOT have mountain bikes for hire - just our own personal bikes - but if you're a keen biker then bring your bike and we'll be happy to show you the routes!!

Trekking
The Mt Elgon region is without a doubt one of the greatest places for trekking in East Africa and Sipi Falls is the ideal location to use as a base. Short hikes in and around the local area can be arranged to see the plethora of waterfalls, breathtaking landscape and abundant birdlife.

These walks can take anywhere between 1 to 4 hours, depending on routes taken. Longer hikes can be arranged for those feeling a bit more active, perhaps circumnavigating the Mount Elgon National Park boundaries, or hiking within the park where you can view several species of flora and fauna. Multi-day hikes are also available for those who want to really 'get out there'.

Archery
Come and learn how to shoot like Robin Hood in our stunning grounds at the base of Kapsururu Falls. Our Trained Instructors will give you expert tuition and keep you on target throughout the session. We have a range of bows to fit every size of Archer.

Currently we're not operating Archery sessions - however if you're really keen then send us an email and we might be able to arrange it for you.

Bird Watching
Close to home, Mount Elgon National Park is home to 296 species of birds, including several species unique to the Mount Elgon area. The area is the perfect place to explore and spot birds as they keep a keen eye on the surrounding fruit bushes.

Fly Fishing
Located within the secluded upper reaches of the Sipi River, Rainbow Trout fly fishing is currently 'catch and release' only. Rods and equipment are available for hire and tuition and clinics are available on request. Trout Fishing is organised via African Spice Safaris.

Booking & Reservations for 3 Days/ 2 Night Sipi Falls Trekking (Foothills of Mt Elgon) Safari

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