Ewethu safaris company smc ltd
5-Day Eastern Adventure: Nile Rafting, Sipi Falls & Pian Upe
An action-focused itinerary through eastern Uganda, combining high-adrenaline river adventures, scenic highland waterfall hikes, and wildlife tracking in one of Uganda's largest, least-visited game reserves. Route: Kampala → Jinja (Source of the Nile) → Sipi Falls (Mount Elgon Foothills) → Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve → Kampala / Entebbe
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Highlights
- Day Game Drive
- Launch trip to bottom of falls
- Nature Walk
- White Water Rafting
- Mt. Elgon Mountain Biking
- Mt. Elgon Bushiyi Trail Excursion
Day-by-day itinerary
5 days planned for you
1Day 1–2
Murchison Falls National Park
The area described is Murchison Falls National Park (MFNP), which is indeed Uganda's largest and oldest conservation area, first gazetted in 1926 and later established as a national park in 1952, covering an expansive 3,893 square kilometers at the northern end of the Albertine Rift Valley. The park's star attraction is the phenomenal Murchison Falls, considered the world's most powerful waterfall, where the entire volume of the Victoria Nile river is dramatically squeezed through a narrow 7 meter-wide gorge before plunging 43 meters into the "Devil's Cauldron" below. This creates a thunderous roar and a spectacular rainbow mist, with the river then calming into a placid stream that sustains vast populations of hippos and Uganda's largest concentration of Nile crocodiles, which are best viewed on the renowned boat safaris to the base of the falls. The park's diverse habitats from open savanna and Borassus palms to riverine woodlands are home to 76 mammal species, including four of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, and buffalo), and notably protect nearly three-quarters of the world's Rothschild's giraffes. . MFNP is also a birdwatcher's paradise, hosting over 450 species, including the highly sought-after Shoebill stork near the Nile-Lake Albert Delta, making it an essential destination for a classic, diverse African safari.
- Destination
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation · Day 1–2
- Fort Murchsion Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Morning Day Game Drive · Murchison Falls National Park
- Afternoon Launch trip to bottom of falls · Murchison Falls National Park
2Day 1–2
Murchison Falls National Park
The area described is Murchison Falls National Park (MFNP), which is indeed Uganda's largest and oldest conservation area, first gazetted in 1926 and later established as a national park in 1952, covering an expansive 3,893 square kilometers at the northern end of the Albertine Rift Valley. The park's star attraction is the phenomenal Murchison Falls, considered the world's most powerful waterfall, where the entire volume of the Victoria Nile river is dramatically squeezed through a narrow 7 meter-wide gorge before plunging 43 meters into the "Devil's Cauldron" below. This creates a thunderous roar and a spectacular rainbow mist, with the river then calming into a placid stream that sustains vast populations of hippos and Uganda's largest concentration of Nile crocodiles, which are best viewed on the renowned boat safaris to the base of the falls. The park's diverse habitats from open savanna and Borassus palms to riverine woodlands are home to 76 mammal species, including four of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, and buffalo), and notably protect nearly three-quarters of the world's Rothschild's giraffes. . MFNP is also a birdwatcher's paradise, hosting over 450 species, including the highly sought-after Shoebill stork near the Nile-Lake Albert Delta, making it an essential destination for a classic, diverse African safari.
- Destination
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation · Day 1–2
- Fort Murchsion Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Morning Nature Walk · Murchison Falls National Park
- Afternoon White Water Rafting · Murchison Falls National Park
3Day 3–4
Mount Elgon National Park
The park described is Mount Elgon National Park, which protects the majestic Mount Elgon, an immense, solitary extinct shield volcano situated on the border of Uganda and Kenya, with its highest peak, Wagagai, at 4,321 meters, being wholly within Uganda. Mount Elgon is famed for featuring the largest intact volcanic caldera in the world, a collapsed crater spanning over 40 kilometers that visitors can trek across, adding a unique geological dimension to the park. The mountain's massif supports a variety of unique ecosystems, ranging from dense montane forest and bamboo zones to the high-altitude Afro-alpine moorland, which is home to unique endemic species, including giant groundsels and lobelias. Visitors to the park have a wealth of activities, including exploring vast, deep caves (like the Sipi and Kitum Caves), viewing stunning waterfalls (such as the Sipi Falls, though technically outside the park boundary, are the gateway), and visiting hot springs on the caldera floor. . Trekking up to the summit of Wagagai is a challenging multi-day hike that offers incredible scenery and a journey through these diverse climatic zones.
- Destination
- Mount Elgon National Park
- Accommodation · Day 3–4
- Lacam Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Morning Mt. Elgon Mountain Biking · Mount Elgon National Park
- Afternoon Mt. Elgon Bushiyi Trail Excursion · Mount Elgon National Park
4Day 3–4
Mount Elgon National Park
The park described is Mount Elgon National Park, which protects the majestic Mount Elgon, an immense, solitary extinct shield volcano situated on the border of Uganda and Kenya, with its highest peak, Wagagai, at 4,321 meters, being wholly within Uganda. Mount Elgon is famed for featuring the largest intact volcanic caldera in the world, a collapsed crater spanning over 40 kilometers that visitors can trek across, adding a unique geological dimension to the park. The mountain's massif supports a variety of unique ecosystems, ranging from dense montane forest and bamboo zones to the high-altitude Afro-alpine moorland, which is home to unique endemic species, including giant groundsels and lobelias. Visitors to the park have a wealth of activities, including exploring vast, deep caves (like the Sipi and Kitum Caves), viewing stunning waterfalls (such as the Sipi Falls, though technically outside the park boundary, are the gateway), and visiting hot springs on the caldera floor. . Trekking up to the summit of Wagagai is a challenging multi-day hike that offers incredible scenery and a journey through these diverse climatic zones.
- Destination
- Mount Elgon National Park
- Accommodation · Day 3–4
- Lacam Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Morning Mt. Elgon Rock Climbing · Mount Elgon National Park
5Day 5
Entebbe International Airport
Entebbe International Airport is Uganda’s principal international airport and the country’s main aviation gateway, connecting travelers to destinations across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and beyond. Located in Entebbe on the northern shores of Lake Victoria, about 40 kilometers southwest of Kampala, it sits at an altitude of approximately 1,155 meters (3,790 feet) above sea level. The airport handles millions of passengers annually and serves as a key hub for tourism, business, and cargo transport. Visitors can access modern passenger terminals, restaurants, duty-free shops, banking services, and transport connections. Notable highlights include its scenic lakeside setting, views over Lake Victoria, and proximity to attractions such as the Entebbe Botanical Gardens and nearby beaches. The tropical climate allows year-round operations, although seasonal rains may occasionally affect flight schedules.
- Destination
- Entebbe International Airport
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Where you will stay
Accommodation · Day 1–2
Fort Murchsion Lodge
Mid-Range | 1× Double Room.
1 night
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation · Day 3–4
Lacam Lodge
Mid-Range | 1× Double
1 night
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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What is included
Included
- All accommodations, All activities, unless indicated as optional, All transport by road, All transportation (unless labeled as optional), Drinking water (on all days), English-speaking driver-guide, Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section), Park fees, Professional guide, Taxes / VAT.
Not included
- Bath towels, Bed linen, Camping equipment, Domestic flights, Airport transfers, International flights, Laundry services, Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.), Tips (tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day).
Payment terms
- Bookings cancelled more than 90 days before arrival: up to 90% refund
- Bookings cancelled 60–90 days before arrival: up to 75% refund
- Bookings cancelled 30–59 days before arrival: up to 50% refund
- Bookings cancelled less than 30 days before arrival: generally no refund
- No-show, late arrival or early departure: generally no refund
- Gorilla and chimpanzee permits: subject to applicable Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) cancellation and refund rules
- Important: Refunds are calculated from monies actually received and may be reduced by non-refundable permits/tickets, bank or payment charges, accommodation and transport cancellation charges, and other supplier costs that cannot be recovered.