Hiking
Hiking in Uganda
Day hikes, hills, waterfalls, forest trails, crater lakes, nature walks and scenic countryside — rewarding walking across Uganda without needing to climb a summit.
Guided day hikes and nature walks
Most hikes are half-day or full-day walks with a local guide, passing villages, farms and viewpoints. They are a good way to break up a safari or add something active to a trip.
Coffee experiences and local cultural visits can be added where they can be arranged for your dates.
Places to hike in Uganda
Hills and scenic viewpoints
Wanale Hill, Mbale
Hike scenic hillsides and rocky ground overlooking Mbale, with wide views across eastern Uganda's countryside.
Kagulu Hill, Buyende
Climb distinctive rocky slopes for views over the surrounding countryside and a chance to learn about local cultural heritage.
Mount Morungole, Karamoja
Rugged mountain scenery and, through a locally arranged visit, an introduction to the traditions of the Ik people.
Akalekilek Rocks and inselbergs, Katakwi
Striking rock formations, open landscapes and cultural heritage on an organised outdoor excursion.
Mpumudde Hill, Jinja
An elevated landscape near Jinja that combines scenic views with local history and heritage.
Waterfalls and waterfall hikes
Sipi Falls, Kapchorwa
Trails to three waterfalls on Mount Elgon's slopes, passing rural communities and coffee farms.
Ssezibwa Falls, Mukono
A guided nature walk around flowing water, lush vegetation and culturally significant sites near Kampala.
Top of Murchison Falls
Walk to viewpoints where the Nile forces through a narrow rocky gorge before plunging downstream.
Itanda Falls, Jinja
Powerful Nile rapids and rugged river scenery on an organised excursion in eastern Uganda.
Griffin Falls, Mabira Forest
A forest trail towards Griffin Falls through tropical vegetation, with chances for nature observation.
Muyanga Waterfall walk, Bwindi
A guided rainforest trail to a waterfall through Bwindi's rich vegetation.
Forest hikes and nature trails
Mabira Forest
Walk beneath a tropical rainforest canopy among native trees, birds, butterflies and other forest wildlife.
Mpanga Forest Reserve, Mpigi
A peaceful guided forest walk with birdwatching, tree identification and nature photography.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Ancient rainforest trails, steep hills and exceptional biodiversity on guided nature walks.
Budongo Forest, Murchison Falls area
Mature tropical forest, birdlife and primate habitats on guided walks.
Kalinzu Forest Reserve
Forest trails through rich vegetation and wildlife habitat; chimpanzee tracking is arranged separately.
Bugoma Forest Reserve
A valuable tropical forest explored on organised walks focused on biodiversity and conservation.
Semuliki Forest and the Sempaya trail
Lowland rainforest leading to the Sempaya hot springs and the region's distinctive ecology.
Maramagambo Forest, Queen Elizabeth
Woodland trails, forest habitats and birdlife in western Uganda's wildlife country.
Kyambura Gorge, Queen Elizabeth
A forested gorge cut into the savannah; chimpanzee tracking is available through authorised arrangements.
Kibale Forest
A primate-rich tropical forest explored on guided walks focused on rainforest ecology and birdlife.
Kaniyo Pabidi Forest, Budongo
Guided walks through mature woodland, learning about chimpanzee habitat and forest conservation.
Rabongo Forest, Murchison Falls area
A quieter woodland for guided nature walks and bird and wildlife observation.
Named trails in the national parks
Rushura Hill walk, Bwindi
A forest hike to viewpoints over the surrounding landscapes.
Muzubijiro Loop, Bwindi
A guided loop through forested terrain with scenic views and some steep sections.
Ivi River trail, Bwindi
A longer forest walk through dense vegetation.
Buhoma to Nkuringo trail, Bwindi
A challenging forest trek connecting two sectors of Bwindi; route and access are confirmed in advance.
Habinyanja trail, Bwindi
Ridge ascents and views over the Buhoma landscape.
Kapkwai Cave trail, Mount Elgon
A forest walk through mountain vegetation to the Kapkwai cave area.
Nabuyonga Loop, Mount Elgon
A scenic nature walk with views towards Mount Elgon's higher peaks.
Sempaya nature trail, Semuliki
A guided forest route to the hot springs and surrounding rainforest.
Red Monkey Track, Semuliki
A longer forest trail suited to nature lovers and birdwatchers.
Sabinyo Gorge walk, Mgahinga
A guided walk through a dramatic gorge with mountain vegetation and birds.
Ruboni community walk, Rwenzori foothills
A community-led walk through foothills, rivers and rural surroundings.
Lake Mburo hill walk
A guided walk to viewpoints over the park's lakes and savannah, subject to authorised arrangements.
Lakes, crater country and walking safaris
Fort Portal crater lakes
Rolling hills and crater-lake viewpoints on guided countryside walks.
Lake Mutanda
Scenic walks with views of the Virunga volcanoes and surrounding highlands.
Lake Bunyonyi
Walks through the hills and villages around this lake in southwestern Uganda.
Lake Albert escarpment
Dramatic rift valley scenery and viewpoints over Lake Albert.
Lake Mburo National Park
Authorised guided walking safaris through selected savannah and woodland.
Kidepo Valley National Park
The park's wild landscapes on approved guided walks.
Katonga Wildlife Reserve
Wetland and grassland habitats on organised nature walks, subject to current availability.
Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve
Open savannah and rugged scenery on an organised nature outing.
Toro-Semliki Wildlife Reserve
Albertine Rift landscapes on authorised nature and wildlife walks.
Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve
Guided outdoor walks overlooking Lake Albert and the rift valley.
Nyero rock paintings
A countryside walk combined with ancient rock art and eastern Uganda's cultural heritage.
Karamoja countryside walks
Northeastern Uganda's rugged landscapes and local traditions on community-arranged walks.
More about the area: Mount Elgon National Park · Uganda itineraries
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