DISCOVER TRUE AFRICA'S WILDERNESS WITH SARANIA ADVENTURE SAFARIS

If your idea of a weekend getaway or Vacation is adrenaline-pumping adventures in exotic locales, then this 3-day escape to Sipi Falls in Kapchorwa, Eastern Uganda, is for you. This brief but intense program takes you through one of Uganda’s most postcard-worthy scenery. Start in the Capital- Kampala before going to Eastern Uganda, then spend your time hiking or undertaking a coffee tour before returning to the City. This is an opportunity to discover the wild beauty of Eastern Uganda as you embark on thrilling tours in this scenic locale that include hiking to the stunning thundering waterfalls, coffee plantation tours, and others.

Highlights

• Enjoy guided hikes to the Sipi waterfalls.
• Explore charming coffee plantations.
• An opportunity to explore beautiful Caves.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Kapchorwa.

Day 2: Sipi waterfalls Hike and coffee tours.

Day 3: Transfer to Kampala, departure

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Kapchorwa

Early in the morning, your field guide will pick you up for the six-hour ride East to the mountainside Town of Kapchorwa. During the road transfer, you will enjoy inland travel with a stop at Mabira Forest. Sprawling over 30000 hectares, this Forest is one of the country’s largest surviving natural rainforests with over 312 tree species and shrubs, 35 small mammal species, about 315 species of feathered beauties, 218 species of butterflies, and 97 moth species.

You will have an opportunity to enjoy a Zipline adventure, after receiving a briefing and safety equipment. You can soar over the lush rainforest canopy on the 250-meter Zipline across the Musamya River. While at it, enjoy several primate species including the grey-cheeked mangabey, vervet monkeys, and the red-tailed monkeys among others.

After this adventure, continue to Kapchorwa while enjoying breathtaking views of the lush countryside that includes Busitema Forest Reserve. Time and energy permitting, you will have a tour of the beautiful Cave outside Kapchorwa. Later, return to the Hotel in time for dinner and overnight.

Overnight accommodation at;

• Sipi Heritage Lodge or Sipi Valley Resort (midrange).
• Noah’s Ark Hotel or Sipi Guest House (budget).

Travel time: 6 hours.

Activities: Ziplining in Mabira Forest and Cave Tours in Kapchorwa.

Day 2: Sipi waterfalls Hike and coffee tours

After breakfast, brace yourself for the half-day Sipi waterfalls hike, at the base of Mount Elgon. You will get a chance to explore at least two of the three waterfalls that are found in the Sipi area. At 74 meters high, Simba Falls is in an ancient Cave where humans lived for hundreds of years while Ngasire Falls is 85 meters high. Enjoy magnificent views over Mount Elgon, the sprawling Karamoja Plains, and the stunning Lake Kyoga. The guided hike to all three waterfalls is approximately 7 kilometers and involves exploring steep ascents. At the end of the hike, get back to the Lodge/or nearby Hotel for a hot lunch.

In the afternoon, enjoy a coffee plantation tour, to learn about how Uganda’s largest cash crop is grown, and locally processed. Coffee in the area is grown by small-holding farmers and after a tour of the farm, be treated to a coffee-brewing and tasting ceremony. At the end of the tour, you will return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Overnight accommodation at;

• Sipi Heritage Lodge or Sipi Valley Resort (midrange).
• Noah’s Ark Hotel or Sipi Guest House (budget).

Activities: Sipi Falls hiking and coffee plantation tour.

Day 3: Transfer to Kampala, departure

It’s time to bid farewell to the Sipi Falls area and possibly Uganda! Relish your last moments in this stunning area with a leisurely breakfast before driving back to Kampala or Entebbe for your return flight home.

Driving time: 6 hours

Driving distance: 288 or 325 kilometers

The 3 Days Sipi Falls Tour includes;

• The two nights’ accommodation for this tour, as indicated on the trip.
• Meals as per the itinerary.
• Site entry fees, where applicable.
• Coffee plantation tours.
• The waterfall hike fees.
• Services of a professional safari guide.
• Ground transportation while on the tour by a customized safari vehicle.
• All relevant government taxes.
• Bottled water.

The 3 Days Sipi Falls Tour excludes;

• Gratuities for Lodge staff, safari drivers, local site guides, and tour leaders among others.
• Optional activities not mentioned on the itinerary.
• Domestic and International flights.
• Visa fees.
• Medical and Travel insurance.
• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at the Lodge, except if provided with meals.
• Extra accommodation in Entebbe/Kampala pre- or post-safari.
• Souvenir shopping.
• Laundry fees.
• Telephone calls.

What to pack for your 3-day Sipi Falls Tour

When packing for your Sipi Falls tour, prioritize items that can handle wet conditions and these include quick-drying clothing (long sleeve shirts and safari pants), enough drinking water, sturdy hiking boots, sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, a basic first aid kit (adhesive bandages, blister treatment, antiseptic wipes, and pain relievers), a small towel to dry off with, a re-usable water bottle, a rain jacket, a camera (to capture the natural beauty of the waterfall), an insect repellant, a backpack, energy-giving snacks, and trekking poles (which will be provided before beginning the hike).

Best time to enjoy your Sipi Falls Tour

The Sipi Falls tour is available all year round, but the best time is typically during the dry season, especially following a period of rain (January, February, June, July, and August). This is because the waterfall is full and breathtaking while still maintaining relatively dry and less-challenging trails. This makes for a safer and more enjoyable experience. During these months, forest trails are normally less muddy/or slippery and easier to navigate.

Additionally, the clear weather during the dry season allows for better views of the breathtaking landscape.