3-Day Sasa Trail Trek in Mount Elgon National Park

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3-Day Sasa Trail Trek in Mount Elgon National Park
Mbale, Uganda
Duration: 3 days
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$620

About your trip

The 3-Day Sasa Trail Trek in Mount Elgon National Park offers views of waterfalls, vegetation, birds, and valleys. The trek starts from base camp above Bugiboni after briefing at Budadiri UWA office. Day one hikes to Hunwick’s Camp through farms, Nabunyifu Falls, and Dirigana Valley forest. Day two follows the Dirigana River through montane forest to Sasa River Camp, with views of waterfalls and birds. Day three descends along the Sasa Trail past Dirigana Falls back to base camp. The trek includes forest walks, river crossings, and camp stays, giving a simple experience of Mount Elgon landscapes and nearby communities.

3-Day Sasa Trail Trek Highlights

  • Day 1: From base camp at 1,720m, hike to Hunwick’s Camp at 2,882m

  • Day 2: Hike to Sasa River Camp at 2,880m

  • Day 3: Descend back to base camp

Why this tour?

  • 3-Day Sasa Trail trek in Mount Elgon National Park

  • Start from base camp near Bugiboni Village after briefing at Budadiri UWA office

  • Hike through coffee farms, maize, potatoes, and local communities

  • Visit Nabunyifu Falls (61m) and enjoy views of cliffs and valleys

  • Trek through Dirigana Valley with montane forest and Podocarpus trees

  • Overnight stays at Hunwick’s Camp and Sasa River Camp

  • Walk along the Dirigana River with views of waterfalls and birds

  • Experience forest trails, river crossings, and quiet camps

  • Descend along the Sasa Trail past Dirigana Falls and tree ferns

  • Enjoy wide views of valleys, vegetation, and surrounding communities

  • Trek includes meals, guides, porters, and camp accommodation

What's included

Park entry fees

Mountain guides

Porters

Meals on the mountain

Accommodation

During the trek

What's not included

Travel Insurance

Personal expenses

Extra Accommodation

Before and after the Trek

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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