Sipi River Lodge is situated within the foothills of Mount Elgon, with the most famous three spectacular waterfalls of Uganda, which are an incredible birder’s haven, the best home for Africa's Arabica coffee, and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Join the afternoon tea and coffee walk and waterfall hike and refuel with hearty, delicious homestyle meals that celebrate the local produce of the pearl of Africa. Click here to see mountain gorilla trekking safaris 

Sipi falls work is guided by the philosophy of tourism that benefits all in a sustainable environment. The river lodge staff and the local community are the forerunners of the decision-making process and thoughtful stewards of the work to maintain a small environmental paradise. Click here to view our recommended mountain gorilla trekking tour

Sipi river lodge lies within the unique grounds restored. Sipi River Lodge has a big main house and seven other detached cottages available for guests; each cottage is fully furnished and designed with a thoughtful perspective, including flushing toilets and running showers.

Hiking

Hiking is the main tourist activity in Sipi Falls that takes travelers to the waterfalls. The magnificent views along the steep slopes make travelers appreciate the beautiful nature around Sipi.

 Hiking to see the three waterfalls starts from the bottom or from the top, depending on what a traveler prefers. You can decide to hike up a slippery trail or down it. Hiking in Sipi Falls is not easy, but it is worth your energy and the slips.

Rock Climbing and Abseiling

For the adventurous tourists, rock climbing and abseiling in Sipi Falls is another interesting activity for you to enjoy. This is carried out on the main waterfall; whose cliff face is 100 meters tall.

Rock climbing and abseiling are done by skilled guides and safety equipment. Abseiling is one of the experiences that has grown in popularity for both local and international visitors.

Coffee tours

Sipi and its neighbors are well known for coffee planting, which is loved for its richness. The Sipi people are famous for planting Arabica coffee that grows well at a higher altitude between 1600 and 1900 meters above sea level.

On the Sipi coffee tour, travelers learn about the entire coffee-growing process until the harvesting. From when the coffee seed is planted to when the coffee is being harvested, processed, roasted, and finally grinded into a delicious cup of coffee.

Cultural experience

The Sipi tour is inhabited by the Sebei tribe of Uganda, offering a unique cultural experience that is so interesting to learn about. The Sebei tribe is believed to have come from Ethiopia, and their culture revolves around cattle keeping, crop growing, and making their local brews.

Bird watching

 The Sipi Falls area offers more than 250 bird species that can be spotted in gardens, creeks, forests, and coffee plantations.

Mountain biking

Mountain biking is another thrilling way to explore the Sipi Falls area. Tourists can ride footpaths and small roads as they move through the villages and coffee plantations. Mountain biking is more fun with a small group of bikers.

Cave Exploration

Sipi Falls offers several caves that are exciting to visit for travelers who love exploring caves. Some of these caves are situated underneath the powerful waterfalls.

The climate in Sipi Falls is cooler than most parts of the country, and the weather tends to be pleasant throughout the year, but the best time to visit Sipi Falls is in the dry seasons of June to September and from December to March.