Mount Elgon National Park
Kenya - Uganda Boarder
Mount Elgon National Park is a breathtaking and less-explored wilderness located on the Kenya-Uganda border. It covers 169 km² in Kenya and 1,110 km² in Uganda, with Mount Elgon (4,321m) […]
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Mount Elgon National Park is a breathtaking and less-explored wilderness located on the Kenya-Uganda border. It covers 169 km² in Kenya and 1,110 km² in Uganda, with Mount Elgon (4,321m) as its centerpiece—Kenya’s second-highest mountain and an ancient extinct volcano. The park is famous for its cave-dwelling elephants, waterfalls, and diverse wildlife, making it perfect for hiking, birdwatching, and nature lovers.
Key Features of Mount Elgon National Park
1. Unique Wildlife & The Famous Cave Elephants 🐘
- Elephants that dig into caves for salt (a rare behavior seen at Kitum Cave).
- Other animals include:
✅ Buffaloes, bushbucks, giant forest hogs, leopards, and hyenas.
✅ Rare monkeys like De Brazza’s monkey and black-and-white colobus monkey.
✅ Over 300 bird species, including the Jackson’s francolin and Tacazze sunbird.
2. Famous Caves & Waterfalls ⛰️🌊
- Kitum Cave – The most famous cave where elephants mine for salt.
- Other caves: Chepnyalil, Makingeny, and Ngwarisha caves.
- Chepkitale and Makunga Waterfalls – Stunning falls within the park.
3. Hiking & Climbing Mount Elgon 🥾
- Mount Elgon (4,321m) has one of the largest volcanic calderas in the world (8km in diameter).
- Popular hiking trails lead to:
✅ Koitobos Peak (4,222m) and Sudek Peak (4,302m).
✅ Suam Gorge and Endebess Bluff – Scenic viewpoints over the Rift Valley.
4. Stunning Landscapes & Vegetation 🌿🏔️
- A mix of montane forests, bamboo zones, and alpine moorlands.
- Giant lobelias and groundsel plants thrive at high altitudes.
Activities in Mount Elgon National Park
- Hiking & Trekking 🥾 – Explore scenic trails to peaks, caves, and waterfalls.
- Game Viewing 🦌 – Spot elephants, buffaloes, and rare primates.
- Birdwatching 🦜 – Over 300 species for bird lovers.
- Cave Exploration ⛏️ – Discover the famous elephant caves.
- Rock Climbing & Camping ⛺ – Adventure activities for outdoor lovers.
- Cultural Visits 🏕️ – Meet the Sabaot and Bukusu communities and learn their traditions.
Best Time to Visit
- December to March & June to October – Best for hiking and wildlife spotting (dry season).
- April to May & November – Green and beautiful, but some trails may be muddy due to rain.
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