VISISTING SIPI FALLS
Sipi falls is found in Kapchorwa District, on the foot hills of Mountain Elgon, just at the edge of MT Elgon National park next to the border of Kenya and Uganda, approximately about 277km from Uganda’s capital city(Kampala). Sipi is composed of 3 waterfalls, all flowing at different altitudes.
These falls are well known by locals and foreigners, and their termed as the most beautiful and romantic waterfalls in the pearl of Africa. Although these three waterfalls are beautiful, the one who attracts visitors mainly is the 100m water dropping altitude and it’s the main attraction. The name “SIPI” came from the word “SEP” meaning a wild banana, an indigenous plant which mainly grows on the banks of River Sipi.
To be honest, Sipi is majorly the starting place, of those who wants to hike mountain Elgon in Uganda. When the morning sun rises,sipi creates a tremendous mini rainbow 🌈 which is panoramic in viewing ,which is absolutely stunning. Hiking to the top of these beautiful falls, rewards tourists with scenic viewing experience, like Flat Karamojong low lands, Lake Kyoga, Coffee plantations and many more wonders.
ACTIVITIES AT SIPI FALLS
Hiking to the top of the falls
Although all the three waterfalls are located on the same slope of mountain Elgon, they are in different areas and you can’t view them at the same time, but they can possibly be seen in a day. It takes mostly 7km to 8km walking through, and about 3hours to visit all of them but it depends on someone’s physicality.
It is advisable to hike with hiking sticks for support because of some steep slopes in case it is rainy season to avoid sliding and mincer into muddy paths.
Depending on which falls you want to visit first, they are different starting points and on this your guide mainly helps by briefing on what should be the quickest and smart routes. Some of these spots can’t be reached by vehicles like cars and this describes what hiking really means, it’s absolutely amazing to go with local guides who will tell you the historical stories of this beautiful place and the geography of the caves in this area!
COFFEE PLANTATION VISIT
Coffee growing is majorly the main cash crop of Uganda’s economy and in Sipi, Coffee Plantations are on the lower slopes of this dormant Volcano(ELGON)
It is mainly practiced by the two tribes of the Bagishu and the Sabiny’s in this area. They majorly grow Arabica coffee type and with the attitude of 1600m. It is from this experience where you learn how to make coffee, and how coffee is harvested, roasted and processed.
ABSEILING
Have you ever wondered where you can do abseiling in Uganda? well Sipi falls is the perfect choice for your abseiling needs. It is mainly done at the 100m waterfalls and that’s actually the main ones, most enjoyful to tourists in this place. You will enjoy with a skilled abseiling guide to help you through this thrilling adventure experience.
BIRD WATCHING
Sipi is one of the most iconic destination for birders, with almost around 275 species of birds to look for around mountain elgon region!
CULTURAL TOUR
Sipi falls, being found in Kapchorwa mainly known as the “land of runners” there’s always a lot to see being surrounded with two historical tribes the Sabiny’s and the Bagishu as they go through their traditional ways of living and dances of anciency. This place is also known by its way of female and male circumcisions which are very destined and joyful to witness while taking place.
VISTING THE SIPI RIVER
You can be wondering where these beautiful falls connect from and asking yourself? Visiting the sipi river will leave you without doubt over this question again. With its beautiful sceneries, you will also take a look at the “sips “the plants where the name sipi came from. This plant is also known, as a medicine to measles and some other diseases.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Mountain biking, for those who loves cycling is also done when you visit Sipi falls. You can decide whether to come with you bike or to rent here when visiting.
WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT SIPI FALLS?
The climate of this place is mainly tropical and this makes Sipi a when you like to visit safari destination. You can visit Sipi at any time you feel like visiting though the water falls increase during the rainy season and it lowers up during dry.
WHERE TO STAY WHILE AT SIPI FALLS
You can’t worry of where to stay or how much you will spend, and all other things because, at sipi they all types of accommodation facilities available to suit you! Whether its budget, luxury or midrange. Even those who loves camping are all sorted!
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