[Hero photo]

8 Day Mount Elgon Hike

8 Days / 7 NightsMount Elgon National Park

Overview

A dedicated multi-day trek to Wagagai peak on Uganda's side of Mount Elgon — an extinct shield volcano with one of the largest calderas in the world. This is a hiking-focused trip, not a game-drive safari.

Highlights

  • Multi-day summit trek to Wagagai
  • Sipi Falls
  • Volcanic caldera and hot springs
  • Montane forest, bamboo and moorland vegetation zones

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Kampala to Mbale/Sipi Falls area

Drive east, afternoon at leisure near Sipi Falls.

2

Multi-day trek to Wagagai peak (Days 2–6)

Route and daily distances depend on the trail chosen. [Confirm route and camping vs. hut accommodation]

3

Sipi Falls (Day 7)

Rest day, short falls walk, recovery before the drive back.

4

Return (Day 8)

Drive back to Kampala.

From

[Price on request]

Request This Safari

Tell us a bit about your trip and our safari team will get back to you with availability and pricing.

Thanks — your request looks good. This is a front-end preview form (no backend yet), so nothing was actually sent; connect it to your booking email or CRM before launch.

What's Included

Included & Excluded

Included

  • ✓Ground transport in a safari vehicle
  • ✓English-speaking driver-guide
  • ✓Accommodation as specified
  • ✓Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • ✓Park entry fees and permits as listed
  • ✓Bottled drinking water during transfers

Excluded

  • ✕International flights
  • ✕Visa fees
  • ✕Travel insurance
  • ✕Tips / gratuities
  • ✕Personal expenses
  • ✕Drinks not listed

Best Time

Dry seasons (June–August, December–February) strongly preferred for hiking conditions.

Optional Activities

A shorter add-on hike/viewpoint day at Sipi Falls for non-summit travelers.

FAQ

Common Questions

How difficult is this trek?

A genuine multi-day mountain trek — good fitness and prior hiking experience recommended. [Confirm specific fitness/age guidance]

Are porters available?

[Confirm]

Ready for this safari?

Request This SafariCustomise This Safari