Mount Elgon National Park
Mount Elgon National Park lies in eastern Uganda along the border with Kenya. The park covers over 1,100 square kilometres and protects an ancient volcanic mountain with one of the largest calderas in the world. It is known for waterfalls, caves, and cool mountain scenery.
Attractions of the Park
Mountain Hiking
Visitors hike through forests, bamboo zones, and alpine moorland while enjoying views of valleys and wildlife.
Sipi Falls Exploration
Sipi Falls near the park offers beautiful waterfalls where travellers can hike, take photos, and enjoy peaceful surroundings.
Cave Exploration
Guided walks lead to ancient caves where elephants sometimes visit to lick salt from rocks.
Best time to visit the park
The best time to visit Uganda for hiking Mount Elgon is during the dry months of December to March and June to August.
How to get there
The park is about five to six hours by road from Kampala through Mbale town. Visitors can also fly to nearby airstrips and continue by road.
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