The Elgon Bicycle tour is the best way to immerse your self in the land of a thousand waterfalls Mt. Elgon and its ranges are dressed in evergreens right up to their crowns of silver-white…
This cycling tour will show you the hidden gems of the Elgon region. Cycle over community trails through the villages and interact with indigenous communities, the cultural heritage of the Bamasaaba and Sabiny is not to be missed for anyone with an interest in traditional life in Uganda, apreciate the assimilation of the old and new, which is a best description of our culture, 1950’s Indian architecture and more. Enjoy the views of the fast green.
Cycling is the perfect way to explore all this! The Elgon cycling tour is a product of Casa Uganda Safaris, Casa Uganda is a community-based company in Mbale, with more than 8 years of experience and an average TripAdvisor rating of 4.5 stars.
The Elgon Cycling tour is meant for leisure cyclists. No extensive cycling experience is needed, but general good health is needed. The distance on both days is roughly 40Km although it depends on where you are staying.
Accommodation
Relax and get to know your bicycle and local guide from our comfortable and friendly accommodation options. We have rooms for every budget located in both around town and out of town.We also have homestay options.
Perfect addons
Film the journey! For $50 extra, your guide will bring a go-pro to attach to your bicycle and bring another film camera to film the excursions. Within a week you will digitally receive a 5-minute video clip of the trip. This add-on is free if you book for 6 or more people.
Add a night camping at Wanale hill and enjoy dinner with cultural perfomances under a sky full of starts with a scenic mbale city view…
A unique insight of one of Uganda’s 53 living cultures can be experienced in a village tour where ancient traditions are been passed on for generations. Visit cultural grounds, have local food, local brew and experience music, dance and games.
For those who do not want to cycle, it is possible to join on the back of a motorcycle taxi (boda-boda) and still enjoy the trip. This can be arranged for an additional fee of $40 per person.
Highlights
- Off the beaten track
- Beautiful scenery
- Bird spotting
- Wildlife viewing
What is Included
- 1- 2 full days of cycling
- One of our enthusiastic English speaking local guides
- Mountain Bikes in good condition
- Water and snacks
- Transport of bicycles to your accommodation in the region, which will serve as the starting point.
- 10% of our profits are used to fund Casa Uganda Foundation’s conservation and community development projects (check our website for more info).
What is not included
- Accommodation
- Any other meals besides lunch
- Any items bought along the way
Day 1
7:30 Start of the tour from your accommodation
8:30 Visit to Mbale Central market
11:00 Ridinging to some Cultural sites and old buildings
13:30 Traditional Lunch
14:30 Cycling tour
16:00 Return to accommodation
Day 2
7:30 Start of the tour from your accommodation
8:30 Coffee tasting tour
10:30 Off-road cycling tour on the fringes of Wanale Hill
13:00 Spectacular lunch at Kyakondo falls (swimming is possible)
14:00 Forest walk at Bugema Forest
15:00 Continuation of cycling tour
16:00 Return to accommodation and End of Tour
Please note: the exact details of this itinerary may change, depending on your preferences and where you are staying.