This Murchison Falls safari from Mount Elgon starts from the foothills of Mount Elgon, a region known for its rough landscape and rich natural life. It offers a deep and rewarding experience with nature.
Along the way, tourists can stop in Mbale for a good cup of coffee as they travel eastward toward Mount Elgon.
In the early morning, the adventure begins as the sun rises over the volcano. Tourists start their journey through the forests and coffee plantations that have supported local people for many years.
While at Mount Elgon, visitors can hike around the foothills and enjoy the beautiful scenery, including Sipi Falls. This area is surrounded by flowers, birds, and streams, creating a peaceful and natural environment.
Tourists can visit all three waterfalls at Sipi and enjoy more time with nature.
Accommodation options near Mount Elgon include:
- Mount Elgon Hotel
- Sipi River Lodge
- Lacam Lodge
After touring Mount Elgon, tourists can travel to Jinja via Kakira and visit the Source of the Nile before continuing on to Murchison Falls National Park.
On the way, they may also stop at Budongo Forest, located at the edge of Murchison Falls, to see different primates like chimpanzees, monkeys, and bush babies.
At Murchison Falls, tourists can end their safari with a boat cruise on the Albert Nile, which takes 2 to 3 hours. On the cruise, they will see water animals like Nile crocodiles and hippos.
They can also go on game drives to spot animals like lions, leopards, giraffes, antelopes, duikers, and more in the open savannah.
Tourists will enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner prepared with the rich flavors of African foods.
They can also experience different traditional African cultures and support local communities by buying handmade items like waist beads, sculptures, craft shoes, and woven baskets.
Those who are interested can also visit traditional villages to see how people live without electricity, stay in traditional huts, and learn about African ways of life.
