Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you will be greeted by your professional guide. Transfer to your city hotel in Nairobi for an overnight stay. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax or explore the hotel surroundings. Your guide will provide a detailed briefing about the Mount Elgon hiking safari, what to expect on the trails, and tips for hiking safety and comfort.

Accommodation: Budget hotel in Nairobi
Meals: Dinner

After breakfast, depart Nairobi and drive north towards Mount Elgon. The journey passes through scenic highlands, small towns, and local villages, providing a glimpse of rural life in Kenya. Stop en route for photos and short breaks to stretch your legs. On arrival at the base of Mount Elgon near Sipi or Cheptais, check into your budget lodge. The lodge is simple but comfortable, offering cozy rooms and meals made from fresh local ingredients. Prepare your hiking gear and enjoy dinner while taking in the mountain views.

Accommodation: Budget lodge at Sipi Falls or Cheptais
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Begin your hiking adventure after breakfast with a trek through dense montane forests, alive with monkeys, birds, and other wildlife. The trail is moderately challenging, passing streams, waterfalls, and moss-covered trees. You will reach the famous Kitum Cave, where elephants traditionally enter to mine natural salt from the walls. This geological marvel also attracts baboons and small wildlife, making it a unique encounter for hikers. Your guide will explain the history and ecology of the area. After exploring the cave, return to the lodge for a well-deserved rest.

Accommodation: Lodge / Budget camp near Mount Elgon
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today’s trek takes you to the spectacular Sipi Falls, one of Kenya’s most scenic waterfalls. The trail passes through bamboo forests, open moorlands, and small farmland areas, offering panoramic views of the valleys below. Upon arrival, enjoy the beauty of the three-tiered waterfall and the opportunity for photography or a short walk around the falls. The afternoon is free for hiking nearby trails or relaxing in the lodge’s natural surroundings. Sipi Falls provides one of the most memorable highlights of Mount Elgon, combining scenery, adventure, and serenity.

Accommodation: Budget lodge at Sipi Falls
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Spend the day on guided hikes exploring Mount Elgon’s rich biodiversity. Hike through bamboo and montane forests, keeping an eye out for forest monkeys, bird species, and small wildlife. The trails are tranquil and less frequented by tourists, offering a peaceful connection with nature. Your guide may take you to hidden viewpoints, natural springs, and lesser-known caves along the trail. In the afternoon, return to the lodge for relaxation, dinner, and optional storytelling around the campfire. This day provides a perfect balance of light adventure and immersion in Mount Elgon’s wilderness.

Accommodation: Budget lodge at Sipi Falls
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, check out and begin the journey back to Nairobi. Along the way, you may stop for photographs of scenic highlands or local markets. Arrive in Nairobi in the early afternoon in time for lunch or a brief city visit. Your guide will transfer you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight, concluding your Mount Elgon hiking adventure.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Package Includes:

• Return transport from Nairobi

• Accommodation in budget lodges / camps as per itinerary

• All meals as listed (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

• Professional English-speaking mountain guide and porters

• Park entrance fees, permits, and local taxes

• Bottled water during hikes

Package Excludes:

• International flights & visas

• Personal hiking gear (available for hire)

• Tips for guides and porters

• Travel and medical insurance

• Optional activities not listed in the itinerary