WILD TRIPS UGANDA

14-Day Eastern Uganda Explorer: Jinja & Sipi Falls

β€œAdventure, Culture & Nature from the Nile to Mt. Elgon”

🌍 Itinerary Breakdown

πŸ›¬ Day 1: Arrival – Entebbe International Airport

  • Meet & greet at Entebbe Airport
  • Transfer to Kampala (1 hr)
  • Briefing, rest & welcome dinner
  • Overnight in Kampala

🌊 Day 2: Kampala β†’ Jinja – Sezibwa Falls & Source of the Nile

  • Stop at Sezibwa Falls en route
  • Check-in at lodge by the Nile
  • Afternoon boat ride to the Source of the Nile
  • Sunset cruise with soft drinks & snacksΒ  β€’ Overnight in Jinja

🚣 Day 3: Jinja Adventures (Choose Your Thrill)

  • Full-day adventure with any of the following:
  • White-water rafting (full-day or half-day)
  • Quad biking
  • Horseback riding
  • Zip-lining in Mabira Forest
  • Overnight in Jinja

🧘 Day 4: Cultural Day in Jinja

  • Visit the Nile Reptile Park, Craft markets, and a local cooking experience Tour Jinja town’s colonial architecture
  • Relax at the lodgeΒ  β€’ Overnight in Jinja

πŸ§— Day 5: Jinja β†’ Sipi Falls via Mbale

  • Scenic drive through Mabira, stop in Mbale
  • Arrival at Sipi Falls & cliff-view lodge
  • Sunset walk or leisureΒ  β€’ Overnight in Sipi

πŸŒ„ Day 6: Sipi Falls Hike (3 Waterfalls)

  • Guided hike through all 3 Sipi waterfalls
  • Explore caves, farmlands, and viewpoints
  • Visit local communitiesΒ  β€’ Overnight in Sipi

σ°©€ Day 7: Abseiling & Rock Climbing (Optional)

  • Abseil down a 100-meter waterfall cliff (optional)
  • Leisure walk or local visitΒ  β€’ Overnight in Sipi

β˜• Day 8: Coffee Tour & Farm Experience

  • Visit local coffee farms
  • Participate in traditional coffee processing
  • Roast your own coffeeΒ  β€’ Overnight in Sipi

🌿 Day 9: Mt. Elgon Forest Nature Walk

  • Light hike through forest trails near Mt. Elgon Birdwatching & views of the Karamoja plains
  • Optional visit to Chebonet FallsΒ  β€’ Overnight in Sipi

🚌 Day 10: Transfer to Jinja for Rest Day

  • Scenic drive back to Jinja
  • Free afternoon: spa, massage, riverside relaxation
  • Overnight in Jinja

🎭 Day 11: Community & Cultural Immersion

  • School or youth group visit
  • Music, dance, storytelling experience
  • Craft-making or food-tasting tourΒ  β€’ Overnight in Jinja

πŸ› Day 12: Shopping & Local Market Tour

  • Visit Jinja markets, souvenir shopping
  • Optional volunteer activity (school or clinic)
  • Leisure time
  • Overnight in Jinja

πŸš— Day 13: Jinja β†’ Kampala

  • Drive back to Kampala
  • Visit Uganda Museum or Bahai Temple
  • Farewell dinner
  • Overnight in Kampala or Entebbe

✈ Day 14: Departure – Entebbe Airport

  • Transfer to airport

Assistance with check-in & departure

🏨 Accommodation Plan

Package

Description

Budget

Clean guesthouses, eco-lodges (HB)

Mid-Range

3-star hotels, boutique lodges (HB)

Luxury

4–5-star resorts, cliff-view lodges (FB)

βœ… What’s Included

  • Airport pickups & drop-offs
  • Transport in private 4×4 tour vehicle
  • All accommodation & meals as per plan
  • Bottled water & soft drinks during drives
  • All park & activity fees
  • Cultural & community tours
  • Professional guide & optional photographer

πŸ’΅ Pricing (USD per person)

Package Type Solo Traveler Couple (Per Person) Group of 3+ (Per Person)

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πŸŽ’ Packing List

  • Light long pants for hikes
  • Swimwear for rafting or lodge pools
  • Hiking shoes & sandals
  • Daypack, sunhat, sunglasses
  • Camera, waterproof jacket
  • Refillable water bottle

πŸ“Œ Terms & Conditions

  • 30% deposit required to confirm reservation
  • Balance due 30 days before arrival
  • Cancellations:
  • Free up to 45 days before travel
  • 50% refund up to 20 days
  • No refund within 14 days
  • International flights & visas not included
  • Optional activities like spa treatments or abseiling can be added on request

Β  No gorilla or chimpanzee trekking included in this itinerary