HeightThe tallest fall is about 100 m
Getting thereAbout 5 to 6 hours by road
SettingThe slopes of Mount Elgon
Best monthsDec to Feb, Jun to Aug
Why go
- Walks beside three waterfalls, with views over the plains.
- A coffee tour, from picking the cherries to a cup of Arabica.
- A cool, green base for hikers and active travellers.
Worth knowing
- The trails are steep and can be slippery after rain.
- It is a long drive from Kampala, so it suits trips that include the east.
What you’ll do here
01
Waterfall hike
Walk with a local guide to all three falls, with a swim if the weather is warm.
02
Coffee tour
Follow Arabica coffee from the farm to your cup with a farming family.
03
Abseiling
Abseil down the cliff beside the falls, if you are feeling brave.
04
Mount Elgon walks
Take a day walk higher up the mountain for views and forest birds.
Good to combine with
JinjaOn the way from Kampala, for rafting and the source of the Nile.
KidepoFurther north-east, for a long trip that includes remote savannah.
