Sipi Falls, Three-tiered waterfall system near Mount Elgon, Uganda
The falls consist of three cascading levels reaching heights of 95, 74, and 85 meters, offering views over the Karamoja plains and Lake Kyoga basin.
The name originates from 'sep', referring to a medicinal wild banana-like plant growing along the river banks used by locals to treat fevers.
The Sebei people maintain traditional coffee plantations around the falls, cultivating high-quality Arabica beans that support the regional economy.
The falls are accessible via a 273-kilometer drive northeast from Kampala, with optimal visiting conditions during the dry seasons of December to February.
Visitors can participate in abseiling activities at Chebonet Falls, descending alongside the cliffs while observing the water cascades from different angles.
Location: Kapchorwa District
Address: 89JW+H7J, Sipi, Uganda Sipi Sipi
Phone: +256778123919
GPS coordinates: 1.33715,34.38483
Latest update: May 13, 2025 04:46
Uganda features national parks with mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, and rhinoceroses. The country has waterfalls on the Nile, volcanic lakes, snow-capped mountains, and rainforests. Major cities include Kampala, the capital on seven hills, Jinja at the source of the Nile, and Entebbe by Lake Victoria. The area also hosts archaeological sites, temples, and historical palaces.
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