Situated in Kapchorwa strategically at the foothills of Mountain Elgon is a series of three beautiful waterfalls called Sipi, a name derived from a wild banana-like indigenous plant that grows on the banks of Sipi river. The Sipi falls are among Uganda’s top tourist attractions and one of the best getaway destinations for solo tourists, couples, families and small groups. If you are planning to tour Mountain Elgon national park, the best base will be at Sipi falls.
Things to do in Sipi falls
There are a variety of exciting tourist activities you can enjoy when you visit Sipi falls and these include hiking, cave exploration, rock climbing, rock abseiling, coffee tours, mountain biking, bird watching, photography plus cultural visits to the Sebei tribe.
Top accommodation in Sipi falls includes the Sipi falls resort, Casa sipi lodge and Sipi river lodge, Sipi travelers lodge, Rafiki lodge among others offering budget and luxury accommodation with stunning views of the falls and valleys.
Getting there
Sipi falls is located about 275 km east of Kampala city with a road trip lasting about 5 and half hours but only takes 56 minutes to drive from Mbale town using the Mbale-Moroto rd. You can use public or private means to get to Sipi falls with the latter being a much safe and more comfortable option.
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