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3 days Mt. Elgon hiking and Sipi falls

About this experience

This 3 days safari take you to Eastern uganda where you will engage in mountain climbing/hiking, a visit to sipi falls and source of the Nile. Mt.Elgon is an amazing place to visit

At a glance

  • Duration: 36 hr
  • Private experience

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3 days Mt. Elgon hiking and Sipi falls
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Time on the tour36 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), German (written information), English (audio guide), English (live guide), English (written information), Italian (live guide), Italian (written information), French (live guide), French (written information), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 36 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Dinner
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast

Itinerary and highlights

You will have a pick up from Kampala after breakfast by your driver guide, after briefing you will drive to the east via a number of districts which have great sceneries including the Mabira forest, tea and sugarcane plantations in Lugazi, Lake Victoria, River Nile at the Owen falls dam, Jinja town among others. Later reach Mbale town and have lunch and later continue you could visit Sipi falls and neighboring areas that is if you are still on time. Have dinner and Overnight at Sipi falls Camp(Budget)

Rise up early and have breakfast, after set out with packed lunch. Meet the park guides who will brief you and are ready to guide through the trails on the mountains, there will also be porters that can help carry your luggage just in case its heavy. You will start with any trail such as Kapkwai, Kapkwata, or Budadiri Forest exploration centre. During the hike you will have a great adventurous time. Later, return back to the hotel in the evening for dinner and Overnight at Sipi falls Camp(Budget)

Start your day with a delicious breakfast as you get ready to set off for Kampala. On your way, you will have a stopover in Jinja town and head to different attractions around such as Itanda falls, Bujagali falls, the source of the Nile, Masese fish landing site, Jinja Sailing club among others. Also have your lunch there and continue to Kampala reaching late evening.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • German — Written
  • English — Audio
  • English — Guide
  • English — Written
  • Italian — Guide
  • Italian — Written
  • French — Guide
  • French — Written
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Happy Times Safaris

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 36 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), German (written information), English (audio guide), English (live guide), English (written information), Italian (live guide), Italian (written information), French (live guide), French (written information), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 18+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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