4-Day Sipi Falls & Mount Elgon Hiking

Tour Overview

Hike to all three Sipi waterfalls, learn how Bugisu arabica coffee is grown and roasted, and walk the forest trails of Mount Elgon National Park. This 4-day private safari visits Mount Elgon & Sipi Falls, Jinja & the Source of the Nile.

Highlights: Sipi three-falls guided hike; Sipi coffee tour; Mt Elgon hiking fee.

Best time to go: Driest Dec-Feb and Jun-Aug; falls are fullest after the rains.

Accommodation Options (Budget, Midrange, Luxury):

Choose the comfort level that suits you; the vehicle, guide and activities stay the same. Price per person (2 people sharing, 2027): Budget $925 · Midrange $1,477 · Luxury $1,687.

• Sipi Falls (3 nights): Budget – Sipi budget lodge (e.g. Lacam Lodge); Midrange – Sipi Heritage Lodge; Luxury – Sipi Heritage Lodge (best cottage)

Lodges shown are examples, or similar, subject to availability. Gorilla and chimp permits are included at cost.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Entebbe to Sipi

Drive east via Jinja and Mbale to Sipi (about 6-7 hrs). Overnight: Sipi Heritage Lodge (midrange) or similar.

Day 2: Three falls hike & coffee

Guided hike to all three Sipi waterfalls; afternoon Arabica coffee farm tour. Overnight: Sipi Heritage Lodge (midrange) or similar.

Day 3: Mount Elgon day hike

Guided hike in Mount Elgon National Park forest trails. Overnight: Sipi Heritage Lodge (midrange) or similar.

Day 4: Sipi to Entebbe

Drive back to Entebbe/Kampala.

Inclusions:

• Private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, English-speaking driver-guide and fuel
• Airport or hotel pick-up and drop-off in Entebbe or Kampala
• Accommodation as listed, sharing a double or twin room; full board on safari
• Sipi three-falls guided hike
• Sipi coffee tour
• Mt Elgon park entry (1 day)
• Mt Elgon hiking fee
• Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
• All government taxes

Exclusions:

• International flights and Uganda visa (single-entry e-visa about $50, or the East Africa Tourist Visa at $100)
• Travel and medical insurance; a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry
• Tips for guides, porters and lodge staff
• Drinks unless the lodge includes them, laundry and personal items
• Optional activities and anything not listed
• Single room supplement (on request)

How to Get There:

Book an international flight to Entebbe International Airport (EBB), about 45 minutes from Kampala. Your Mwema Safaris driver-guide meets you at arrivals or at your hotel. About 6 to 7 hours by road from Entebbe via Jinja and Mbale.