1-Day Sasa Trail Trek in Mount Elgon National Park
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1-Day Sasa Trail Trek in Mount Elgon National Park
Mbale, Uganda
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Magical Gorilla Adventures
Duration: 1 day
$150
1-Day Sasa Trail Trek in Mount Elgon National Park
Mbale, Uganda
Duration: 1 day
Magical Gorilla Adventures
$150
About your trip
The One Day Sasa Trail Trek in Mount Elgon starts from base camp above Bugiboni after briefing at Budadiri UWA office. The trek begins from Mbale or near Sipi Falls. Option one passes through community, coffee farms, and montane forest to Nabanyifu Falls (61m) along the Dirigana River, with views and a bridge below the falls. Option two starts at Elgon Trekkers Base Camp, passing farms and Gasawa ladders, then climbs below Dirigana Falls to the top with valley views. Both routes include forest walks, river crossing, lunch near the river, and return to base camp the same day.
Why this tour?
1-Day Sasa Trail trek in Mount Elgon National Park
Start from base camp near Bugiboni Village after briefing at Budadiri UWA office
Choose between two routes with community and forest experiences
Walk through homes, gardens, and Arabica coffee plantations
Visit Nabanyifu Falls (61m) along the Dirigana River
Cross a bridge below the falls for close views and photos
Hike under cliffs and through montane forest with Podocarpus trees
Option to pass Gasawa steel ladders and farmland areas
Climb to the top of the escarpment with wide valley views
Walk along the Dirigana River and cross a bridge in the forest
Enjoy a packed lunch near the river during the trek
Return to base camp on the same day after the hike
Magical Gorilla Adventures creates real, well-planned gorilla trekking and wildlife safaris across Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo. We focus on small groups, experienced local guides, fair prices, and smooth logistics from start to finish. If you want close gorilla encounters, honest advice, and trips that feel personal and well organized, this is where your adventure begins.