The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Eastern Region, Eastern Region

April 19, 2022 Enriqueta Cusson

Discover the best top things to do in Eastern Region, Uganda including Mount Elgon, Sangalo Sands Beach, Victoria Nile, Mt. Elgon National Park, Victoria Nile, Explore Sipi Falls, Sipi Falls, Sisiyi Falls, Mabira Central Forest Reserve, Itanda Falls.
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1. Mount Elgon

Mbale Uganda
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Mount Elgon

2. Sangalo Sands Beach

Busia Uganda
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Sangalo Sands Beach

3. Victoria Nile

Jinja Uganda
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Victoria Nile

Stretching for 4,187 miles, the longest river in the world flows from its major source, Lake Victoria in east central Africa, through Uganda, Sudan, Ethiopia and northwards into Egypt to the Mediterranean Sea.

4. Mt. Elgon National Park

Uganda http://www.ugandawildlife.org/explore-our-parks/parks-by-name-a-z/mount-elgon-national-park
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Mt. Elgon National Park

Reviewed By SriniShenoy - Bengaluru, India

Had quite low expectations before I visited the park! But how it exceed my expectations! Went on a birding trail (6 hours - about 4-5 kms) through the secondary forest and then on to the Primary rain forest. The UWA exploration centre provided 2 (two!) guides - Joel and Simon. Joel was the birding expert and Simon was the botany expert! Had a such a lovely time walking through the pristine forest on natural trails and on squeaky structures (on difficult spots of the trail). Birding was excellent (given the low visibility in forests) and learnt so much from Joel & Simon! We spotted around 34 bird species! The Kapkwai Cave and then the Chebonet Falls (destination) were both wonderful!! The cool waters of the fall made a wonderful mid point of our journey! The ending was rewarding with a grateful lunch and wonderful sights of the Narina Trogon in the Exploration centre campus! How I wish I had decided to stay here in the Exploration centre accommodation - instead of staying in Mbale. The Park also has multi day trekking options - right upto to Mt Elgon crossing the caldera. Next time I am here - I am definitely going on the long trail. Sure to enjoy it - looking forward to it! How I would have loved to stay here! The Exploration centre has some very nice lodges (bandas) for visitors as well!

5. Victoria Nile

Jinja Uganda
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

Victoria Nile

Reviewed By TreggyGodwin

The mighty Lake Victoria was thought for a long time to be the source of the Nile. It is in a sense. Waters from the large lake leave by the Victoria Nile to head north to join the Albert Nile in northern Uganda. When the water leaves the massive Lake Victoria, it does so in a spectacular fashion. The water pours out of the lake at the Ripon Falls, also known as Owen Falls Dam, in Uganda. It then goes by the Victoria Nile to Lake Kyoga before joining the Albert Nile. The lake itself is shared by three countries: Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya. The headwaters for the streams that feed the lake, however, originate from the mountains of Rwanda and Burundi. its a spectacular breathtaking view.

6. Explore Sipi Falls

Mbale Road kapchorwa District, Mbale Uganda 256782344559
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4.5 based on 187 reviews

Explore Sipi Falls

Reviewed By BobO812 - Kampala, Uganda

Sharif the tour guide was amazing. He knew the history of the falls, did the bookings for us for transportation and accommodation. He's friendly and gave us a worth while tour of the caves and history of the falls. Been there many times but Shariff being a native of the place made us feel welcome, loved and enjoyed the experience. To enjoy like we did, reach out to Shariff 0703584617

7. Sipi Falls

Kapchorwa Uganda
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4.5 based on 53 reviews

Sipi Falls

Reviewed By pannat2015 - Eastbourne, United Kingdom

Enjoyed the views and hike tot experience a number of falls Stayed at the nearby sipi falls lodge and enjoyed the nature peace tranquility sharing bananas with the monkeys Well worth a visit

8. Sisiyi Falls

Mbale Uganda +256 703 588284
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Sisiyi Falls

9. Mabira Central Forest Reserve

On the Kampala - Jinja Highway, Mabira Uganda https://www.nfa.org.ug/index.php/11-eco-tourism/91-mabira-forest
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Mabira Central Forest Reserve

10. Itanda Falls

Jinja Uganda +256 776 534059
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4.0 based on 100 reviews

Itanda Falls

Reviewed By Bunyaadventures - Kampala, Uganda

its so breathe taking to get closer on the water as it has a powerful sound and steam especially in the morning but one has to be careful with the slippery rocks during rainy season as you easily slide away. i loved the rafting on the falls,took great pictures with a help from Robert and Trevor of Bunya Adventures. The road is dusty and its around minutes drive. The locals were very friendly too when we needed directions

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