Duration
5-Day
Accra, Uganda
5-Day Off the Beaten Track - Hike Sipi Falls & Kidepo NP
Overview
This Magical safari to Sipi Falls & Kidepo Valley National Par will enable you to discover one of Africa's most remote and scenic national parks containing one of the most exciting faunas of any Ugandan parks, with over 80 species of animals, several of which are only found in the Kidepo Valley like; cheetahs, striped hyenas, caracal, lions, elephants, leopards, warthogs, ostriches, buffaloes, giraffes and over 465 birds species, with cultural encounter/ tribal visit in karamoja region.
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Quick Facts
Route
Kampala to Kampala
Via Sipi Falls, Mt Moroto, Kidepo Valley NP
Country & park
Uganda
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
12 years
Activities
game drives, evening/night game drives & nature hikes/walks
Accommodation
Rafiki Lodge Sipi - Mid-range lodge at Sipi Falls (Highlight) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$1,238 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
n/a* USD
$1,238 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.
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Route
country
Uganda
Start
Kampala (Day 1)
Day 1
Sipi Falls (Highlight)
Day 2
Mt Moroto
Day 3-4
Kidepo Valley NP
Day 5
Ziwa Rhino Ranch
End
Kampala (Day 5)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
12
Minimum age of 12 years
The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, evening/night game drives & nature hikes/walks
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can book your international flights
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Rafiki Lodge Sipi
Mid-range lodge at Sipi Falls (Highlight) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2
Kara-Tunga Safari Camp
Budget tented camp less than 1hr drive from Mt Moroto – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Safari Tent)
Mid-range tented camp bordering Kidepo Valley NP without fences – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
African Roots Guesthouse Gulu
Mid-range guest house in Gulu (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Transfer to Sipi Falls on the slopes of Mount Elgon – Hike to the falls and Coffee Tour experience
Our guide will pick you from your hotel or airport and transfer to Sipi Falls in Eastern Uganda at the edge of Mt Elgon in Kapchorwa district, Northeast of Sironko and Mbale. Drive through the beautiful Mabira forest, Lugazi sugar plantation. Upon reaching Sipi with lunch break and relaxation as we are waiting for the great Sipi falls exploration. At least 3 waterfalls can be visited with a rewarding coffee tour processing experience where you will take photos and visit the caves, later return to your lodge for dinner and overnight. Mid-range lodge located at Sipi Falls (Highlight) Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Sipi Falls (Highlight) Stay: Rafiki Lodge Sipi Mid-range lodge located at Sipi Falls (Highlight) Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Transfer to Moroto through Pian Upe Wildlife reserve – Visit Karamajong Museum
With breakfast at leisure, check out of the lodge to start off the journey to the North East side of Uganda to Moroto via Pian Upe reserve. We will continue with the safari by going through the Karamojong tribes hoping for a market day to visit and interact with the locals. It is a very remote area with scenic reserves, local people, markets in most untouched area and remote village set up. Chances to be greeted by ostriches at the Pian upe wildlife reserve are high. Continue the drive to Moroto Check in your lodge for relaxation and in the evening, visit the great museum of karamoja where you will be able to know a lot of history about karamoja and the people living there. Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Mt Moroto All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Moroto Stay: Kara-Tunga Safari Camp Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Mt Moroto Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Karamojong cultural tour at Nakaperimoru & Continue to Kidepo Valley Np for Evening game drive
With breakfast at leisure, we leave the slops of Mount Moroto and drive through the Tribes of Matheniko and Tepeth via Matheniko and Bokora wildlife reserve until we arrive at Nakaperimoru village in Kotido. (Nakaperimoru village is the largest Karamojong village in the whole of East Africa). Later proceed with your tour to Kidepo Valley national park. Enter the park in a landscape of vast plains and semi-arid savannah framed by jagged mountains and a wooded hill, Kidepo is one of the wildest and most spectacular reserves in Africa. The landscape throughout the park is studded with small hills, rocky outcrops and inselbergs from which one can obtain stunning views in all directions enjoy panoramic views of the Narus River Valley and photographic opportunities of wildlife from all corners. During the evening game-drive you will be able see herds of elephants, herds of buffaloes, jackals, lions, giraffes kobs and many other animals that are in the park. Retire the day at the lodge. Mid-range tented camp bordering Kidepo Valley NP without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kidepo Valley National Park Stay: Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Safari Tent) Mid-range tented camp bordering Kidepo Valley NP without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Morning game drives Kidepo and afternoon Transfer to Gulu
With an early coffee we go to explore Kidepo valley national park with a morning drive hoping for the predators since they are more active during this time. Depending on the weather, we can as well proceed to Kanangorok hot spring area crossing the sand river (if there is water in the sand river game-drive can be done in another area). A variety of animals can be seen roaming around including Ostrich, later return back for lunch. Afterward we shall transfer to break our journey and overnight in Gulu city at African Roots hotel. Mid-range guest house located in Gulu (City) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kidepo Valley National Park Stay: African Roots Guesthouse Gulu Mid-range guest house located in Gulu (City) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Transfer to ziwa rhino sanctuary and then proceed to Kampala
With breakfast at leisure, we proceed to Ziwa rhino sanctuary and do rhino tracking before having lunch and proceed to Kampala / Entebbe. Drop-off will be at your hotel or at airport depending of your choice. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Kampala
This operator can book your international flights
Fly to/from Entebbe Airport (EBB - Check price) near Kampala
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
African Finfoot Safaris
5.0 operator rating
24 reviews
African Finfoot Safaris a leading safari company that tailor make safari routes of your own taste . We have intimate, current knowledge of the East African countries that you will visit and every element of your itinerary, from lodges to airlines to tour guides. We speak your language, and are passionate about Africa and sharing this beautiful place with you. We ensure Africa will seep into your soul. How do we make your African Safari so memorable? We are passionate about what we do.
Office In
Uganda
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)
Member Of
AUTO, USAGA, UTB & YAS
Tour Types
Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Congo (DRC), Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Excellent tour for the group of tourists from Poland
Our tour in Uganda was prepared professionally. Accommodation, food, car, Safari experiences was excellent. Guides well experienced to their work. Definitely recommended for individual tourists as well for groups.
Beata · Poland
One hell of an adventure
We had a 10 days Trip with African Finfoot Safaris with their Guides and Drivers, Eddie and Abdu respectively. It was a blend of dental charity and adventure. Giving back to the underserved communities. I really appreciate the navigation, panctuality, eloquence and teamwork shown by Eddie and his team. We helped people together, the company even donated supplies to us. We visited the parks, enjoys the scenic views of nature with vast wildlife, cultural experiences and gorilla trekking in Bwindi national park and all the way through Kigali.
Sulaiman · Uganda
Extraordinary experience with expert guides and a deep connection to the heart of Uganda.
I had the most amazing experience with African Finfoot Safaris during my three-week trip to Uganda in December 2024 and January 2025. From the moment I arrived, I felt safe, welcomed, and well-cared for. My guide, Edrisa, was outstanding—professional, respectful, and incredibly friendly. He is a skilled driver, navigating all types of terrain with ease, and his deep knowledge of Uganda made the journey even more enriching. Edrisa is not only a guide but also a bridge to the local communities, offering activities that allow you to connect with the culture in meaningful ways. He is a fantastic conversationalist, flexible, and always willing to adapt to your needs. His ability to surprise us with little touches throughout the trip made the experience even more special. Whether it was recommending unique accommodations with breathtaking views or sharing insights into Ugandan culture, everything was meticulously planned yet flexible enough to enjoy on our own terms. Overall, this trip exceeded all my expectations, and I would wholeheartedly recommend African Finfoot Safaris for anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure in Uganda.
Marta · Spain
Great unforgettable experience with African Finfoot Safaris!
Our experience with African Finfoot Safaris has been one of the best we've ever lived in our long travellers life. It was a 5 days trip and there were just two of us: my wife and me. The highlights of the trip were the Gorilla and Chimps trekking, but we actually loved every single moment of our journey. Projecting and scheduling our trip with Edrisa, the owner of the agency, was just smooth and easy. Edrisa is very experienced, helpful, honest, clear and... kind! Trust him, every single suggestion and hint from him is just... gold. We had other experiences in the past with local agencies, and the one with African Finfoot Safaris has been absolutely the best. We had the luck to have Obed as our guide throughout the 5 days: he is very knowledgeable, patient, experienced, flexible and again... kind! In the end, we were blessed to meet a new precious friend in this short, intense and unforgettable week.
Stefano · Italy
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Rafiki Lodge Sipi - Mid-range lodge at Sipi Falls (Highlight) – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Kampala
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by African Finfoot Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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