Located in Eastern Uganda, Sipi Falls is one of the country’s most beautiful natural attractions. It lies on the slopes of Mount Elgon and offers an unforgettable hiking experience.
This 2 Days Sipi Falls Hiking Safari with a Coffee Plantation Tour allows you to explore these amazing waterfalls at an affordable price, with a chance to enjoy discounts on some activities.
Optional activities include coffee tours, cultural visits, Mount Elgon hikes, nature walks, and birdwatching. This trip gives you a closer connection to nature, peace, and beauty rarely found elsewhere in Uganda.
Accommodation options include Sipi River Lodge and Crow’s Nest.
2-Day Sipi Falls Hiking Tour Highlights
- Hike to all three waterfalls that make up Sipi Falls, located on the slopes of Mount Elgon
- Enjoy stunning views of the eastern highlands, cliffs, and farmlands during your hike
- Visit a local coffee plantation to learn how Arabica coffee is grown, harvested, and roasted
- Explore Mabira Forest on the way, with optional activities like zip-lining, birdwatching, and nature walks
- Stop in Jinja for lunch and a short tour of Uganda’s adventure capital, home to the Source of the Nile
- Experience optional activities such as abseiling, rock climbing, or fly fishing at Sipi Falls
- Stay at comfortable accommodations like Sipi River Lodge or Crow’s Nest with panoramic views of the falls
- Discover Uganda’s natural beauty and local culture in just two memorable days
Brief 2-Day Sipi Falls Hiking Tour Itinerary
- Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Sipi Falls via Mabira Forest and Jinja
- Day 2: Hike to Sipi Falls and Return to Kampala
Detailed 2-Day Sipi Falls Hiking Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Sipi Falls via Mabira Forest and Jinja
On the first day of your 2 Days Sipi Falls Safari, your driver will pick you up from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe Airport for early arrivals to start the journey to Eastern Uganda.
The drive offers scenic views of sugarcane and tea plantations before reaching Mabira Forest, one of the largest natural forests in East Africa. If time allows, you can take a short nature walk through Mabira Forest to see its rich plant life, monkeys, and many bird species. A visit to Griffin Falls can also be arranged for photo moments.
Other optional activities in Mabira include zip-lining, birdwatching, and colobus monkey tracking.
After exploring Mabira, continue to Jinja town for a lunch break. Then drive for about two more hours to Sipi Falls, arriving in the evening. Check in at your lodge, have dinner, and rest overnight.
Day 2: Hike to Sipi Falls and Return to Kampala
After breakfast, get ready for your hiking adventure to explore Sipi Falls. The hike to the top is an exciting experience that brings you close to nature and the peaceful environment surrounding Mount Elgon.
Sipi Falls is made up of three waterfalls, each dropping from a different height, with the tallest falling about 100 meters into a natural pool below. The hike takes around four hours and offers a chance to see beautiful views, take photos, and enjoy optional activities such as abseiling, rock climbing, birdwatching, or even fly fishing.
After the hike, return to the lodge for lunch, then begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe Airport, marking the end of your 2 Days Sipi Falls experience.
End of 2-Day Sipi Falls Hiking Safari with Coffee Plantation Tour.