The 2 days Pian Upe and Sipi falls hike tour leads you to the serene wilderness of North-eastern Uganda to explore Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve and the verdant hills of Eastern Uganda to hike the beautiful Sipi Falls.
Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve is located in the north-eastern part of Uganda and covers an area of 2275 square kilometers (227500 hectares/878 square miles), making it the second-largest Protected Area in the country after Murchison Falls National Park that extends for 384000 hectares. This vast Wildlife Reserve is part of the Greater Mount Elgon Conservation Area and harbors a wide range of extraordinary wildlife and bird species that can be sighted from the National Parks such as cheetahs, jackals, Ostrich, Roan antelopes, leopards, greater kudus, and many others. Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve offers unforgettable game viewing experiences, birding and cultural entertainment from the nearby Karamajong communities.
The Sipi falls are comprised of three breathtaking waterfalls on the foothills of Mount Elgon in Kapchorwa district (in Eastern Uganda). The main and highest of the three waterfalls fall at a height of 100 meters and it’s bigger than the other two that measure 75 and 85 meters.
What to expect during the 2 days Pian Upe and Sipi falls hike tour
• Game viewing through the vast savannah plains of Pian Upe Reserve.
• The opportunity of seeing the fastest land animal and bird.
• Cultural entertainment and being introduced to the life of the Karamajong people.
• Hiking the magnificent Sipi falls.
• Drive through the cool Mabira forest.
• Transport by comfortable 4WD Vehicles.
Itinerary highlights of the 2 days Pian Upe and Sipi falls hike tour
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve.
Day 2: Hike the Sipi falls and return to Kampala.
Detailed itinerary of the 2 days Pian Upe and Sipi falls hike tour
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve
After an early breakfast, meet our driver/guide at 6:00 am to drive you eastwards through Mukono, the lush and cool Mabira Forest, Jinja Town (the adventure capital of Uganda), Iganga, Mbale and finally to Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve where you will arrive between 10 and 11 am. Upon arrival, you will head for a game drive where you are likely to see zebras, buffaloes, greater kudus, and Roan antelopes.
Lunch will be at the Uganda Wildlife Authority Bandas and thereafter go for another game drive and leave the Wildlife Reserve at around 4:00 pm for Sipi Falls where you will spend a night and have dinner.
Accommodation options
• Luxury: Sipi River Lodge or Noah’s Ark Hotels.
• Midrange: Sipi Falls Resort or Lacam Lodge.
• Budget: Crowns Nest Rest Camp or Kapkwai Forest Cottages.
Meal Plan: Lunch and dinner.
Day 2: Hike the Sipi falls and return to Kampala
Wake up to a taste of pure Arabica coffee grown in the hills of Kapchorwa and proceed for a community walk that includes a coffee tour to see how Uganda’s main cash crop is grown to the point it is harvested and processed into the delicious coffee you enjoy. Later continue for a hike around Sipi falls and after go to the Lodge for lunch.
Check-out of the Safari Lodge after lunch and start your journey back to Kampala.
End of your 2 days Pian Upe and Sipi falls hike tour
The 2 days Pian Upe and Sipi falls hike tour package includes;
• Bottled water.
• Hike to the 3 waterfalls.
• Game viewing in Pian Upe.
• Entrance fees to Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve.
• Comfortable 4WD Vehicle.
• A full-time English speaking guide.
• One day accommodation around Sipi falls.
Your 2 days Pian Upe and Sipi falls hike tour package excludes;
• Personal expenses such as gratuities, souvenirs, cigarettes, beverages, and laundry services.
• Visa fees.
• Airfares.
What you need for your 2 days Pian Upe and Sipi falls hike tour
• Enough drinking water.
• Poncho.
• Lightweight trousers.
• Sunglasses and a hat.
• Insect repellant.
• Backpack.
• Hiking boots/closed shoes.
• Flip-flops.
• Long and short-sleeved shirts/tops.
• Camera with enough memory and batteries.
• Pair of binoculars.
• Toiletries