Trail Running in Kapchorwa Uganda

Trail running in Kapchorwa Uganda themed travel offers runners of all levels selected places with ideal training conditions, stunning trails, and a unique cultural experience. We also work in partnership with Run Kapchorwa to prepare professional runners for international competitions. Our running tours and training camps combine the natural beauty of Uganda with unique cultural experiences and fun. Moreover, our state-of-the art sports accommodation offers everything for your perfect running holiday or race preparation.

Trail Running in Kapchorwa Uganda – 9 Days Kapchorwa  (USD 1,080)

The 9-day Trail running tour in Kapchorwa Uganda is designed for runners of all abilities who have limited time for a running holiday or training camp in Uganda. The tour will give you a great insight into Ugandan and Kenyan running culture while at the same time taking you to places of outstanding beauty with excellent training conditions. You will follow in the footsteps of numerous long-distance world champions and Olympic champions.

Trip Highlights

• Great insight into the Uganda Running Culture
• Landscapes of exceptional beauty with excellent training conditions
• You will  train in the same places as numerous long-distance world champions and Olympic champions
• subsequently High altitude training on fantastic trails 1800m+  above sea level
• Varied program with numerous cultural and scenic excursions in addition to running training

Services Included

• Full Board accommodation and Meals at Home Of Friends Kapchorwa
• Also Visit and Hike for Sipi Falls
• Vehicle-supported runs in various locations
• Similarly Entrance fees for visits to cultural and natural attractions too
• Run guides for the training sessions
• Guides for the cultural tours
• Ground transport with experienced drivers all throughout
• Mineral water and snacks

Day 1: Arrival Trail Running in Kapchorwa Uganda in Entebbe Airport and transfer to the hotel

Upon arrival, you will be met by  Njia African Adventure driver at Entebbe International Airport and straightaway transferred to Via Via Guest House, located a few minutes from the airport. Depending on your arrival time, we can start with some light running training later today to help you acclimate.

Accommodation: Via Via Guest House

Meal Plan: Dinner

Day 2: Transfer from Entebbe to Athletes Village Kapchorwa

After breakfast, depart Via Via 8.00am for an adventurous 8-hour road drive to Kapchorwa. We will then have stopovers along the way to stretch and refresh in Jinja and Mbale. The landscape will change as we begin to ascend towards Sipifalls Kapchorwa. We will then have a final stopover at the Sipifalls viewpoint before check-in at the Athletes Village and Dinner afterwards

Later in the evening, we will have a Campfire sharing and get-to-know our local team with your guides for the week too.

Accommodation: Via Via Guest House

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Training at Champions loop and Kapchorwa Town / Market Tour

In the morning, we will have our first training session at the Champions Loop. Along with an experienced coach, who will thereafter introduce you to running in Kapchorwa by sharing his long-term experience in running and coaching.

Return to the lodge to relax before departing for a 3-hour Kapchorwa town tour in the afternoon. The town is primarily inhabited by Kalenjin, Pokot, and Sabin people, and you will enjoy nice breathtaking scenery and natural charming landscapes. On the tour, you will visit a local African market and look for homes and local businesses owned by some of Uganda’s champions as a sign of the impact of running in the home of Champions Kapchorwa.

Headback to the Athletes Village for relaxation and Dinner

Accommodation: Home Of Friends

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4: Discovering roots of Uganda’s running champions, Kwen

We will drive to Kwen which is about 40m from Kapchorwa. Sprint runs are led by David. The local Mosopisiek tribe will greet you with warm smiles as you run through the vast area of green rolling hills and fertile fields. Unlike the western side of the mountain, this region is truly off the beaten track. After the training runs we will have a break for lunch at Joshua Cheptegei family home. Only a handful of adventurous tourists have visited Kween each year, which makes it a unique and good-running environment to explore.

After Lunch also have relaxation sessions to reflect on how the day has been and the week ahead before driving back to the Athletes Village.

Accommodation: Home Of Friends

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5: Explore Sipi Falls/Caves Adventure

After breakfast, further set off for the highlight of the Sipi Falls Hike experiencing the three Sipi Falls. All the waterfalls are located in different areas on Mt. Elgon, it is impossible to see them all at once, but they will be seen in one day. The paths to these falls are approximately 7km to 8km as you walk. Hiking the Falls with Njia African Adventures will take around 3 hours, depending on individual fitness and pace. Before the start, you will get Njia African Adventure walking sticks to give you support going through some steep spots and in case it rains because the paths get slippery and muddy.

We will take a break to have lunch or relax as you continue to the last waterfall. At their own expense, runners can participate in optional activities such as abseiling or a coffee tour. Hiking the Sipi falls with local guides who are knowledgeable about the area’s history and geography is an unforgettable experience.

Get back to the lodge early evening for relaxation

Accommodation: Home Of Friends

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6: Better your Miles and Visit to Cheptegai’s Foundation

6:30am Morning Sipi Trail Runs Run for 1 hour of those opting to go on Marram or dirt road end with drills and speed runs back to camp for breakfast

Afternoon we also visit Cheptegei Foundation and women groups exploring the actual feel of life a runner in Uganda. The Joshua Cheptegei Development Foundation was founded with the goal of transforming communities into strong, united, and influential development partners. Using sports to transform the Sebei Community. Gender-based violence, early marriages, teen pregnancies, poverty, high rates of school dropout, female genital mutilation, HIV/AIDS, and now the effects during Corona Virus (COVID19) continue to plague the community. As a result, your participation in Joshua’s initiative will be critical.

Day 7:  Mosopisiek 2700m trail Running or walking adventure

After an early morning breakfast, check out of the Home of Friends. Our adventure for today will be off-the-beaten track of Mosopisiek trail Far away from the modern world. Immerse yourself in the indigenous lifestyle of the Mosopisiek in the Kween District. Experience the real Africa! As you get your miles in together with your running guide.

Our Final destination will be at Coach David’s home. A native and passionate ambassador of the Mosopisiek culture. The Mosopisiek lived as hunter-gatherers in Mount Elgon’s rainforest up to the 1990s of the last century.

Enjoy a wide range of activities along the trail and, after your run, relax with a delicious local meal. You can spend the afternoon walking in this unspoiled and green environment or visit the Mosopisiek women who make handcrafts from the Elgon Bamboo

Later in the evening, enjoy elderly storytelling at the campfire.

Accommodation: Davids Residence (Camping)

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 8: Mukuuso cave and Mengia Falls Running or walking adventure

Breakfast will be served and you can continue with your adventure on an amazing off-beaten track besides local farms. Continue the adventure in an ancient Mukuuso cave, and its history attached to Mukuuso Water Falls is a wanderlust experience.

The Trail Running in Kapchorwa Uganda concludes with the most breathtaking views at Benet Water Falls. Sour milk, and equally take raw milk using the bowels are altogether an experience of their own.

Head back home for overnight and dinner.

Accommodation: Home Of Friends.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 9: Depart Kapchorwa via Jinja for Entebbe or onward adventure.

As your Trail running in Kapchorwa Uganda ends, it is time to drive back with a stopover in Jinja and finally to Entebbe at the Airport or Hotel depending on your flight and programs, where your journey began. Additionally the scenic drive will allow you to Reveiw on the incredible exploration encounters and unforgettable running experiences you have had during your time in Uganda.

Meal Plan:  Breakfast and Lunch