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Mt. Elgon National Park
Elgon is a 4,321m high extinct volcano which in prehistoric times stood taller than Kilimanjaro does today. Although the mountain straddles the Kenya border, its loftiest peak, Wagagai, lies within Uganda and is best ascended from theUganda side. Elgon is an important watershed, and its slopes support a rich variety of altitudinal vegetation zones ranging from montane forest to high open moorland studded with the other worldly giant lobelia and groundsel plants.Spectacular scenery is the main attraction for hikers on this oft-neglected and relatively undemanding mountain, but there is also a variety of forest monkeys and small antelope, along with elephant and buffalo. A checklist topping 300birds includes many species not recorded elsewhere in Uganda. Other attractions include ancient cave paintings close to the trailhead at Budadiri, and spectacular caves and hot springs within the crater.
Size: 1,121 sq km
Location: Near Mbale on the eastern border with Kenya.
Getting there: Mbale ken 3-4 hours from Kampala along a good tar road. The trailhead at Budadiri, 206 nom Mbale, is accessible by public transport.
What to do: Day walks From Budadiri or within the Mount Elgon Forest Exploration Centre; hikes of four days or longer traverse the peaks. Well worth visiting is the lovely Sipi
When to visit: The lower slopes are line throughout the year. The drier months (June to August, December to March) are best For hiking.
Where to stay: up-market lodge at Sipi Falls. Midrange hotels in Mbale. Budget lodging at Sipi Falls, Mbale and Budadiri. Within the park, camping onlyvailable near the Buhoma entrance gate.
4 DAYS MOUNT KENYA SAFARI Naro Moru Route is the most popular route although not the most scenic. It is the fastest route to point Lenana...
WEDDING SAFARI IN AFRICA Right Choice Safaris ensures that your wedding in Africa is done in the most professional, romantic, creative, stylish, unique and authentic way!
HOT AIR BALLOON SAFARIS The balloon lifts off just before sunrise when the breeze on the plains is still cold. Once airborne, the balloons are blown by wind across the Mara.
GORILLA TREKKING SAFARIS Half of the world's remaining population of gorillas make their homes in Bwindi Forest, known as the Impenetrable Forest.
Airport Transfer & Taxi Services We provide airport transfer services between all major and minor airports in Kenya and in the Northern Tourist Circuit of Tanzania. If you arrive late or have to acquire a visa your chauffer will patiently wait for you with a sign board (pager) reading your name. Kindly provide flight details prior to departure from your home destination to enable us prepare your transfer car.
Self Drive Safaris Across Kenya 
We offer both self drive and driven vehicles of different type from small cars to big buses, for both private use and tour with an open tops for good viewing in the park, four wheel options are also available.
