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Embark on a thrilling 6 day expedition to Mount Elgon, one of East Africa’s hidden hiking gems. From the legendary Source of the Nile to the Wagagai summit and the majestic Sipi Falls, this hike offers a perfect blend of challenge, beauty, and culture. Whether you’re a seasoned trekker or a curious explorer—this is a journey you’ll never forget!

Day 1: Transfer to Mbale – Budadiri Tourism center

The drive to Mbale will take through Kampala city and Jinja town, have a stopover in Jinja for lunch and to explore the river Nile, take a boat ride to the source of River Nile the longest river in Africa, and after continuing to Mbale-Budadiri tourism center for your 6 Days Mount Elgon Hiking Safari.

Day 2: Start the hike From Budadiri to Sasa Camp (2.900m)

In the morning you reach Budadiri (1250 m), nearby Mbale town, at the gate of the Mount Elgon national park . After arranging the guide and porters, with food and camping gear, you start walking to Sasa River Camp (2.900m) for the dinner and overnight. The distance is about 8 km. and takes an average of 7 to 8 hours walk.  Altitude in a day: 1.700m.

Day 3: Hike from Sasa camp to Mude Camp (3.500m)

After breakfast at the camping site, proceed through the forest to Mude Cave Campsite for dinner and overnight. It will take you 4 to 5 hours to walk to reach the campsite. The altitude of the day: 600m.

Day 4: Hike from Mude Camp to Wagagai Peak (4321 m) and return to Mude

After breakfast, you walk through the moorland zone up to the main peak, Wagagai, and return to the Mude campsite for dinner and overnight. The distance is 8 to 9 hours walk Altitude of the day: 820m.

Day 5: Hike from Mude Camp back to Sippi Falls camp

After breakfast, connect to Sippi falls found in Kapchorwa, north of Mbale. Camp at the Sipi Rest Camp or lactam Lodge.

Day 6: Sipi Falls exploration and after Transfer back to Entebbe.

Take a hike around the beautiful Sipi falls, visit the caves and later transfer back to Entebbe-marking the end of this trip.

End of the Mount Elgon Hiking Safari