4-Day Pian Upe, Sipi Falls Hikes and White Water Rafting

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Pick up and transfer to Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve

Begin your day with an early breakfast before our driver-guide picks you up from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe to start your journey to Pian Upe Game Reserve. As Uganda’s largest game reserve, Pian Upe is nestled in the Karamoja region between the iconic Kidepo Valley and Mount Elgon National Parks, offering a unique and diverse wildlife experience.

The drive covers approximately 350 kilometers, taking you through the picturesque landscapes of Eastern Uganda via Mbale and Soroti. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of rolling hills, vibrant villages, and lush farmlands that showcase the region’s natural beauty.

Arrive at Pian Upe in the late afternoon, where you will check in at your lodge. Spend the rest of the evening relaxing and soaking in the tranquil surroundings before enjoying a delicious dinner and settling in for an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve

Best Time To Go November to March (Dry season)

High Season June to September (But it’s never busy)

Best Weather

Accommodation:

Pian-Upe Bandas

• Budget banda located inside Pian Upe WR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game drives in Pian Upe wildlife Reserve and Transfer to sipi falls

Start your day with an early breakfast before heading out to the open plains of Pian Upe Game Reserve for an exciting game-viewing experience. Pian Upe is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, lions, leopards, warthogs, duikers, bush pigs, baboons, vervet monkeys, patas monkeys, waterbucks, and jackals, among others. During your game drive, you'll have the opportunity to observe these animals in their natural habitat, with herbivores grazing and browsing while predators hunt their prey.

Keep an eye out for the famous ostriches, often seen in the swampy areas of the reserve, adding an extra element of excitement to your safari. After the game drive, return to the lodge for a hot lunch.

In the afternoon, transfer to the stunning Sipi Falls. Arrive in the evening and check in to your lodge, where you can enjoy spectacular views of the falls. End the day with a delicious dinner and a peaceful overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Sipi Falls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Lacam Lodge

• Budget lodge located at Sipi Falls (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Hike to the three waterfalls, Explore the villages, and experience Coffee with locals

After a hearty breakfast, embark on a scenic hike to explore the stunning Sipi Falls, a series of three waterfalls located at varying altitudes of 100 meters, 85 meters, and 75 meters. The trail takes you through a network of paths, some of which include ladders soaked with water, making the hike both exhilarating and challenging.

As you ascend, enjoy breathtaking views from the top of the falls, where you'll be able to see panoramic vistas of Mount Elgon, the surrounding park, and nearby communities.

After the hike, return to the lodge for refreshments and a well-deserved late lunch. In the afternoon, prepare for a unique coffee tour, where you’ll immerse yourself in the local coffee preparation process. From the coffee plantation to the final stage of consumption, this tour offers an authentic and cultural experience.

In the evening, walk back to the lodge, relax, and enjoy a delicious dinner before settling in for the night.

Main Destination:

Sipi Falls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Lacam Lodge

• Budget lodge located at Sipi Falls (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Jinja for White water Rafting on River Nile

After an early breakfast, your guide will transfer you to Jinja for the final leg of your adventure to the Source of the Nile. Arriving in Jinja, you will begin your exploration of this iconic location, the source of the world’s longest river.

Enjoy a delicious lunch before embarking on a memorable boat ride along the Nile, where you'll be surrounded by local fishermen working on the river. The boat ride lasts about two hours, providing stunning views of the river and the surrounding landscape, offering a peaceful yet awe-inspiring experience.

After the boat ride, you will either transfer to Entebbe or stay overnight in Kampala, depending on your travel arrangements, marking the end of a truly unforgettable journey.

Main Destination:

Jinja (Town)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.