Day 1: ARRIVAL
Upon arrival a representative from Tropical Africa Tours & Travel
will meet you at the Entebbe International Airport to transfer you
to your accommodation in Entebbe. Our representative will also help
you to make last minute shopping's, money exchange and any banking
transactions that you may require.
Day 2: KAMPALA - JINJA
After early breakfast we will leave the capital city and head
towards Jinja, the source of the River Nile. On our way we will have
a stop at Mabira Forest. Hikers will enjoy a walk through this
beautiful forest, with different primates, birds and butterflies.
There are many options this day, including a visit
to the Source of the Nile, the Bujagali Falls, floating down on the
rapid falls and relaxing on the shores of the Nile. Dinner and
overnight at The HavenorThe Nile Porch.( another option would be
driving direct to Mbale, spend overnight at Mt.Elgon Hotel Mbale or Mbale
Resort.
Day 3: JINJA – MOUNT ELGON
We depart Jinja and drive to the Eastern part of Uganda. We will
pass through Mbale, a charming town at the foot of the Mount Elgon.
This area is full of rich heritage and fascinating culture. With
some beautiful view points on our way we will reach Sipi Village,
nestled between mountains and waterfalls. After lunch at the
accommodation you will enjoy a hike to the lovely Sipi Falls. Pass
typical African bandas, banana plantations and maize fields while
you climb to the different waterfalls. Dinner and overnight at Lacam
Lodge or Sipi River Lodge or Sipi fall Resort.
Day 4: PISWA CAMP
After a hearty breakfast we will transfer you to Kapkwata at 2190
meters, from where you will start your hike, following the Kapkwata
Trail. It is a scenic route running through the bamboo, heath and
moor land, arriving at the Piswa Camp at 2850 meters. Dinner and
camping at Piswa Hut Campsite.
Day 5: HUNTERS CAVE CAMP
Hike up to the rim of the caldera through beautiful columns of the
most rare and endemic plant species like the giant Lobelia
Elgonensis. And of course a visit to the slopes of Mount Elgon can’t
go without finding the wild Everlasting flowers. Visit the hot
springs and Suam Gorge before descending to the Hunters Cave Camp at
3850 meters. Dinner and camping at Hunters Cave Camp.
Day 6: MUDE CAVE CAMP
Morning breakfast, then ascend to the top of the caldera to the
Wagagai Peak at 4321 meters. Descend thereafter through the Jackson
summit (4200 meter) and the Jackson pool to arrive at Mude Cave Camp
at 3500 meters. Dinner and camping at Mude Cave Camp.
Day 7: MOUNT ELGON - KAMPALA
Early morning, descend through the Sasa trail to Budadiri and then
travel back to Mbale town. After having lunch in this calm place we
will continue to Kampala where you can relax and reflect you climb
of the second highest summit in Uganda. Dinner and overnight at
Entebbe Airport Guest House or The Boma Guest House or Gately Inn.
Day 8: DEPARTURE
Depending on the time of your flight, day of relaxation in Entebbe
can be organized before transfer to the Airport.
