3-Day Mount Elgon Waterfalls Tour with Sipi Falls and Coffee Experience

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit Wanale, Sisiyi, and Sipi Falls on guided scenic hikes
• 02 Experience local culture through village walks and traditional cooking
• 03 Enjoy overnight camping near Sisiyi Falls in nature
• 04 Discover Mount Elgon coffee traditions on a guided tour with local farmers

Discover a 3-day adventure in Eastern Uganda featuring Wanale, Sisiyi, and Sipi Falls in the Mount Elgon region. Hike along scenic trails, visit stunning waterfalls, and experience authentic village life through cultural activities and traditional cooking. Enjoy overnight camping near Sisiyi Falls and take part in a Mount Elgon Arabica coffee tour with local farmers. This journey blends nature, culture, and light adventure, offering unforgettable views, peaceful landscapes, and meaningful local interactions.

Enjoy sunset views over Sipi Valley.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Mbale, Mount Elgon National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Wanale Ridge Hike and Wanale Falls

• Pick up from Mbale and transfer to Wanale Ridge.
• Enjoy a guided hike through scenic forest trails.
• Admire views of Mbale town and the surrounding plains.
• Visit Wanale Falls.
• Return to the hotel.

Overnight stay in Mbale.

2

Day 02

Sisiyi Falls Hike and Cultural Experience

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
• Transfer to Sisiyi Falls.
• Hike through villages and farmland.
• Visit Sisiyi Falls.
• Participate in a community walk.
• Enjoy a traditional cooking experience with local families.
• Camp near Sisiyi Falls.

Overnight camping stay.

3

Day 03

Sipi Falls Hike and Mount Elgon Coffee Tour

• Travel from Sisiyi to Sipi Falls.
• Enjoy a guided hike to Sipi Falls.
• Experience a Mount Elgon Arabica coffee tour.
• Interact with local farmers.
• Enjoy sunset views over Sipi Valley.
• End of tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• All transfers from Mbale to Wanale, Sisiyi Falls, and Sipi Falls.
• All lunches, water, and snacks during the hikes.
• All tour activities during the 3 days.
• All guiding services and entrance fees.
• Cultural activities and community walk.
• Traditional cooking experience.
• Camping experience and all meals at Sisiyi Falls.

What's Not Included

• Personal hiking equipment
• Accommodation and dinner in Mbale
• Accommodation and dinner at Sipi Falls
• Accommodation before and after the tour

What to bring

• Comfortable hiking shoes
• Light rain jacket or poncho
• Small backpack (daypack)
• Reusable water bottle
• Sunscreen
• Sun hat or cap
• Insect repellent
• Warm sweater or jacket
• Camera or smartphone
• Personal medications
• Flashlight or headlamp
• Extra socks and light clothing

Know before you go

• Not wheelchair accessible.
• Service animals are not allowed.
• Near public transportation.
• Not recommended for travellers with back problems.
• Not recommended for pregnant travellers.
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
• Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level.
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Mbale Clock Tower, Mbale, Uganda

Tour start

Mbale, Uganda

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.