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  8 Days - Mountain Elgon Hike  
 


Day 1: ARRIVAL

Upon arrival a representative from Sunlink 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 shoppings,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 Haven/The Nile Porch.( another option would be driving direct to Mbale Overnight Mt.Elgon Hotel Mbale/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/Sipi River Lodge/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, and 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/The Boma Guest House/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.

 
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