3 Days Sipi Falls Tour from Kampala by Adventure Uganda Safari
The 3 Days Sipi Falls Tour itinerary takes you on a guided walk to three spectacular waterfalls in Eastern Uganda. This itinerary covers 2 nights, 3 days with a full day dedicated for you to trek to and from the 3 series of the Sipi waterfalls. The 3 series of Sipi falls boast of their commanding natural beauty and are located along the Slopes of Mount Elgon, Eastern Uganda.
A guided walk to explore the Sipi Falls involves visiting a series of 3 waterfalls at an altitude of 1775m. The highest waterfall lies at the height of 100m and this is the most accessible from the community. The middle Sipi waterfall (Simba falls) is found at the upstream to the east and drops about 74m then the 3rd Sipi Falls (Ngasire Falls) drops about 85m.
The 3 Days Sipi Falls tour package entirely takes you on a guided hike to explore the three series of the Sipi Waterfalls with a local guide on lead. It is about 3-4 hours’ hike but this may vary depending on your speed of walking.
The Sipi waterfalls are found in Kapchorwa, Sironko and Mbale districts. They are located along the edge of Mt. Elgon National Park, close to the Kenyan border. From Kampala city, the Sipi Falls are 277km away.
Getting to the Sipi Falls from Kampala allows make stopovers to some of the finest sites en-route like the Ssezibwa falls or Mabira Forest –a biodiverse natural rainforest located between Jinja and Kampala city.
Brief Itinerary – 3 Days Sipi Falls Tour;
- Day 1: Pick up and travel to Sipi Falls, visit the Ssezibwa falls en-route
- Day 2: Hike to the Sipi Falls
- Day 3: Departure from Sipi Falls
Detailed Itinerary – 3 Days Sipi Falls Tour:
Day 1: Pick up and travel to Sipi Falls, visit the Ssezibwa falls en-route.
Get up early morning to prepare yourself, and then enjoy your tasty cup of tea or coffee at the comfort of your hotel in the heart of Kampala city. After the heart breakfast, meet and greet your safari leader from Maranatha Tours and Travel.
Your driver guide/safari leader will have you briefed on this short 3 days Sipi falls tour before you begin your journey. After getting briefed, you will be setting off from Kampala to Sipi Falls located in Kapchorwa District, Eastern Uganda.
Your journey will cover about 6-7 hours which includes en-route stopover at Ssezibwa Falls. At Ssezibwa Falls in Mukono, explore the rich historical and cultural heritage of this site, enjoy the scenic surrounding and take photos by the falls.
Depart from the Ssezibwa Falls and as you drive, cross via the lush Mabira Forest a lush tropical forest endowed with unique primates, birds and diverse plant species. You will also be viewing the beautiful sugarcane plantations en-routes and expect to cross the new bridge at the Source of the Nile River in Jinja.
From Jinja, continue to Iganga town as you head towards Mbale-Kapchorwa. Arrive early to check in your lodge for relaxation, get some refreshments and late in the afternoon, you will have a short guided community walk to explore some of the daily practices and interact with locals in their community.
Accommodation options
- Sipi River Lodge (Luxury)
- Mise Cave Lodge Lacam Lodge (Midrange)
- Sipi Falls Lodge (Budget)
Day 2: Hike to the Sipi Falls.
Have a hefty breakfast at your respective lodges and after, meet your guide then start your hike to the scenic Sipi Falls. Today, you will be exploring all the 3 series of Sipi Waterfalls which range in elevations of 100m, 75m and 85m. Your guide will explain how these spectacular waterfalls formed and expect to capture the best pictures.
After your exploration, you will be led back to the lodge where you will have some lunch. Later in the afternoon, you will be visiting the surrounding community to learn how Arabica coffee is grown –the process it takes till the final product is produced. After the community walk, you will have a relaxed evening, dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Accommodation options
- Sipi River Lodge (Luxury)
- Mise Cave Lodge Lacam Lodge (Midrange)
- Sipi Falls Lodge (Budget)
Day 3: Departure from Sipi Falls to Kampala.
At leisure, you will enjoy a hefty breakfast and then your driver guide will transfer you back to Kampala. En-route, expect to enjoy lunch in Jinja and after proceed up to Kampala or Entebbe and this brings to an end the 3 days Sipi Falls tour.
Key highlights en-route to Kampala include viewing the scenic Source of the Nile River as you cross the new bridge and Mabira Forest with its refreshing cool air.
End of tour.
Inclusions – 3 Days Sipi Falls Tour;
- Hiking the Sipi Falls
- Accommodation
- All meals
- All activities except the optional ones
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- A bottled water
Exclusions
- Airfares
- Laundry services
- Telephone bills
- Alcoholic drinks
- Travel Insurance
- Tips to guides/drivers or any service provider
- Shopping costs plus several other personal expenses.