Mount Elgon National Park - Uganda
7 days
<p> Uganda's Best Kept Secret<br><br> </p> <p><strong>Package Name:</strong> 7 Days Explore Mount Elgon <strong>Duration:</strong> 7 Days / 6 Nights <strong>Tour Type:</strong> Adventure Hiking, Nature & Wildlife Safari, Cultural Experience <strong>Location:</strong> Mount Elgon National Park – Eastern Uganda (border with Kenya) <strong>Starting/Ending Point:</strong> Entebbe or Kampala</p> <p>Discover the untouched beauty of Mount Elgon National Park on this thrilling 7-day hiking and safari adventure! Standing at 4,321m, Mount Elgon is an extinct volcano with the world’s largest intact caldera, stunning waterfalls, hot springs, dramatic gorges, and rare flora & fauna. Hike to Wagagai Peak (Uganda’s 2nd highest), explore Sipi Falls, encounter endemic birds, visit local Bagisu communities for the famous Imbalu circumcision ceremony insights, and enjoy game drives spotting elephants, buffaloes, and primates. Perfect for adventure seekers, nature lovers, and those looking for an off-the-beaten-path Uganda safari away from crowded parks.<br><br></p><p> Why Book the 7-Day Mount Elgon Hiking Tour?<br><br> </p> <ul> <li> Best alternative to Kilimanjaro & Rwenzori at a fraction of the cost </li> <li> Year-round hiking (best Jun–Aug & Dec–Feb) </li> <li> Less crowded, more authentic Uganda adventure experience </li> <li> Combination of high-altitude trekking, waterfall chasing & cultural immersion </li> <li> High chance of spotting rare species like the Mount Elgon blue monkey, forest elephants, and over 300 bird species </li> </ul> <p> <br> </p>
Price: $1650
Duration: 7 days
Location: Mount Elgon National Park, Uganda
Type: Hiking
Link: www.discoverytours.com/explore-mount-elgon-safari-hiking-adventure
Package Name: 7 Days Explore Mount Elgon
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Tour Type: Adventure Hiking, Nature & Wildlife Safari, Cultural Experience
Location: Mount Elgon National Park – Eastern Uganda (border with Kenya)
Starting/Ending Point: Entebbe or Kampala
Discover the untouched beauty of Mount Elgon National Park on this thrilling 7-day hiking and safari adventure! Standing at 4,321m, Mount Elgon is an extinct volcano with the world’s largest intact caldera, stunning waterfalls, hot springs, dramatic gorges, and rare flora & fauna. Hike to Wagagai Peak (Uganda’s 2nd highest), explore Sipi Falls, encounter endemic birds, visit local Bagisu communities for the famous Imbalu circumcision ceremony insights, and enjoy game drives spotting elephants, buffaloes, and primates. Perfect for adventure seekers, nature lovers, and those looking for an off-the-beaten-path Uganda safari away from crowded parks.
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Arrival at Entebbe International Airport. Meet your professional driver-guide and depart for eastern Uganda (approx. 5–6 hrs scenic drive). Stop in Jinja for views of the Nile (optional). Arrive at Sipi Falls in the evening. Check into your lodge with stunning views of the three-tiered waterfalls. Overnight: Sipi Falls Lodge or Rafiki Lodge Sipi (Full Board) Activity: Relaxation & sunset over Sipi Falls
Morning guided hike to all three Sipi waterfalls with abseiling option (75m drop – extra cost). Afternoon community walk and hands-on Arabica coffee tour – learn how Uganda’s finest coffee is grown on the slopes of Mount Elgon. Visit local villages and caves. Overnight: Same lodge at Sipi Falls Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Kapkwai gate (Budadiri). Visit the Forest Exploration Centre and embark on a 3–5 hour forest walk through montane forest spotting black-and-white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, and abundant birdlife. Optional short hike to Kapkwata caves. Overnight: Sipi River Lodge or Lacam Lodge (inside the park area)
The most popular and scenic route
Overnight: Basic mountain huts or camping (full-service camping provided – porters, cook, ranger)
Early morning descent via Sasa Trail back to Budadiri (4–5 hrs). Freshen up, enjoy lunch, and drive back to Kampala/Entebbe (arrive late afternoon/evening) for your departure flight or post-tour accommodation. Meal: Breakfast & Lunch