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
Duration: 1 day
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$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

What's included

Park entry fees

Mountain guides

Porters

Meals on the mountain

What's not included

Travel Insurance

Personal expenses

Extra Accommodation

Transfers to/from Start

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1. Mbale, Uganda

Mbale, Uganda

About your organizer

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.

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