8 days:Eastern Uganda Tour
Day 1: ARRIVAL
On your arrival you will be met and welcomed by our tour representative who will transfer you to your Hotel in Kampala. Or if you arrive in the morning, our guide will take you on a city tour for a thrilling introduction to the capital city of Uganda, the acknowledged city of the seven beautiful hills. You will Visit some interesting and historical sites, including the Namugongo Martyrs Shrine, Kasubi Tombs, the Uganda Museum and of course the African Craft Village. You will have to change your money to Ugandan currency to help you in purchasing souvenirs.
Dinner and overnight at Hotel Africana/ Serena Hotel or a hotel in your Budget.
Day 2: KAMPALA - JINJA
After breakfast, we will leave Kampala and depart toward the east To Jinja one of the historical cities of Uganda. The origin of the Mighty Nile. Along the way, you will take a stop over at Mabira Forest for a picnic and a forest walk in search for red tailed monkeys, Colobus monkeys, Baboons, birds, butterflies and many other primate species, birds and butterflies. Proceed to Jinja city visit the source of the Nile from there move to Bujagali falls. At Bujagali falls there are many optional activities like floating down on the challenging rapids and relaxing on the shores of the Nile, Bungee Jumping and many others. Dinner and overnight at Kingfisher Resort/ Jinja Nile resort / Hotel Triangle.
Day 3: JINJA - MOUNT ELGON
Depart from Jinja towards the unknown Eastern Part of Uganda. We will pass through Iganga, Busembatya, then Mbale a charming town at the Foot hills of Mt Elgon. This area is composed of rich legacy and intriguing ethnicity. With some striking outlook points on our route, we will reach Sipi Village, lying between waterfalls and mountains. After lunch, you will enjoy a hike to the lovely Sipi Falls. You will pass via typical African bandas, banana plantations and maize fields while you hike to the different waterfalls.
Dinner and overnight at Lacam Lodge.
Day 4: PISWA CAMP
After an obsessive breakfast, we will move to Kapkwata peak 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. Retire for dinner and camping at Piswa Hut Campsite.
Day 5: HUNTERS CAVE CAMP
Climb up to the edge of the caldera through the stunning columns of the most unique and prevalent plant species like the giant Lobelia Elgonensis. And certainly a vacation to the slopes of Mount Elgon can’t go without discovery of 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
Take break fast and the climb up to the top of the Caldera to Wagagai Peak at 4321 m. 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, move down through the Sasa trail to Budadiri and then we will drive you back to Mbale town. After having lunch in this calm place we will continue to Kampala where you can relax and reflect your climb of the second highest peak in Uganda.
Dinner and overnight at Hotel Africana.
Day 8: DEPARTURE
Enriched with an experience of a lifetime and unforgettable memories you will say goodbye to the Pearl of Africa. Depending on the time of departure you might have some time to spend in Kampala and shop for a souvenir. Or leave early for Entebbe and visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre for a last meeting with the beautiful flora and fauna of the country. Afterwards we will transfer you to the airport for your flight back home.
