Abseiling Sipi Falls
Join Us For An Epic Abseiling Sipi Falls
Adventure
For those who crave adventure, abseiling Sipi Falls is the ultimate adventure you simply can’t miss. Perched atop the tallest of Sipi’s waterfalls, 100 meters high, your Abseiling begins with a quick safety briefing to prepare you for the adventure ahead. The team will gear you up with your Abseiling equipment, take a deep breath, and step to the edge—this is where the excitement of adrenaline waves.
Gently lean back your body over the cliff, let the ropes take your weight, and slowly descend into a world of awe. You’ll have the perfect opportunity to soak in the breathtaking views, and the thunder of cascading water makes every moment unforgettable.
Our expert instructors ensure your safety while capturing amazing photos and videos of your epic descent.
Plus, this exhilarating Abseiling experience Pairs perfectly with a scenic hike to all three Sipi waterfalls for a full dose of adventure or Rock Climbing and Sipi Coffee Tour.
It’s an experience you’ll treasure forever. It’s truly an escape into an adventure of a lifetime.
Activity Highlights
Embark on an exhilarating abseiling adventure in the stunning landscapes of Sipi Falls, northwest of Mountain Elgon, about 50 kilometres from Mbale. This activity offers you the chance to test your mental and discover how high you can abseil. With a session lasting 1.5 hours, participants of all skill levels will find excitement and challenge set against the backdrop of Uganda’s most iconic terrains of Sipi.
Key Details
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Location: Sipi Kapchorwa, Eastern Uganda.
- Group Size: 1 & above participants.
Age Requirement
- Minimum age of 5
- Fitness Level: Moderate fitness is required.
Session Highlights - Tackle the Big Abseil, a thrilling 100-metre descent
- All necessary climbing equipment provided
- Enhance your abseiling technique with fun moments.
- Learn from experienced and qualified instructors.
Requirements
Participants should have a moderate level of fitness to enjoy the abseiling experience fully. No previous experience is necessary, as our sessions are tailored to accommodate all skill levels.
We provide all the necessary equipment, which is regularly checked and maintained to ensure your safety and comfort.
Why Choose Us For Your Sipi Falls Abseiling experience
Our experienced and qualified instructors are passionate about Abseiling and committed to providing a unique and memorable experience. We have all the necessary abseiling and climbing gear to ensure it meets the highest safety standards. We offer experiences that suit beginners and advanced abseilers and climbers alike.
The breathtaking landscapes of Sipi Falls not only provide a thrilling Abseiling experience but also an opportunity to immerse yourself in the area’s natural beauty.
Join us for an abseiling and rock-climbing adventure in Sipi, Eastern Uganda, and experience the thrill of descending amidst the natural beauty of one of Uganda’s top destinations.
Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself, learn a new skill, or simply enjoy a day out with friends and family, we’re here to make it an adventure you’ll never forget.
History of Abseiling Sipi Falls
Abseiling as a sport came into existence in the early 1960s in Switzerland. The sport was adopted in Uganda’s Sipi Falls region in the year 2002 as the first of its kind extreme adrenaline rush activity.
Three of the local guides in the Sipi Falls area at that time got a chance to be trained by volunteers from North Alpine in Italy who had come to Uganda as missionaries for the Catholic Church.
Backson Chebaimo, one of three trained tour guides took it upon himself to pass down information to young guides in the region up until the current day.
Before abseiling, the prominent activity in the Elgon region was hiking Sipi Falls waterfalls, but after the introduction of abseiling and rock climbing in Sipi Falls, tourism has greatly improved over the years.
Things you need to know to participate in Abseiling Sipi Falls.
What’s Included:
• All equipment provided
• Guidance by experienced instructors.
What’s Not Included:
Transportation to and from the Abseiling venue
Please bring:
• Suitable clothing & footwear for all weather conditions
• A drink and snack to keep you going
• Spare warm clothes after the experience.
Tips before Abseiling Sipi Falls
- Pay attention to our well-trained instructors at the abseiling point.
- Ask questions where you don’t understand.
- Let our well-trained instructors ensure the tightness of your abseiling gear before the activity.
- Pay attention to the instructions being given to you as you rappel to ensure a memorable experience.
- Free your mind of any worries and doubts.
- Lean back/ take your shoulders out gently.
- Always make sure your feet are vertically 100% on the walls of the rocks
- Take baby steps backward
- Don’t bend your body or knees/ keep your legs firm throughout the experience.
- Don’t do what you think, always do what the instructor is telling you to.
- Once you start dangling in midair, do something fun, like letting your hands out. Enjoy yourself!
- We have small steel pipes at the top to give good friction between the rock and the rope, so we will always ask you to step over gently.
What are the Do’s & Don’ts during Abseiling Sipi Falls?
The abseiling technique ensures that you descend at a steady speed in sync with the belay device that moves gently and steadily. Your guide will tell you, that your legs should be at roughly right angles to the rock, knees slightly bent, and feet half a meter apart. He will caution you to descend gently backward using the friction of the rope through the belay device to control the speed.
What is the best time to embark on Abseiling Sipi Falls?
Abseiling Sipi Falls can be done throughout the year, however, it is more fulfilling in the wet season, when the water volume is at its peak at the Sipi waterfalls.
When it is raining, bad weather tends to interrupt the process and we are forced to wait until the rain stops to continue with the sport.
The best time to embark on your abseiling activity is always in the afternoon and evening hours when the sun is not directly proportional to your face but rather having its rays mirrored through the dancing cascades of Sipi Falls forming a beautiful rainbow.
This is also the best time to take insta- worthy pictures of your abseiling Sipi Falls trip in eastern Uganda.
What more can one expect during abseiling Sipi Falls?
Traditionally Abseiling Sipi Falls is a sole adventure, but at Mulima Mountain Adventures, we have spiced up the experience a little, by introducing.
Twin Abseiling, is where two persons descend together at the same pace. It gives a breathtaking experience as two people embark on a life-altering journey together.
What Equipment do we use at abseiling Sipi Falls?
Abseiling/rappelling and rock climbing primarily use the same equipment, however, in Abseiling we use more static as opposed to the dynamic ropes used in rock climbing to ensure flexibility. Below are the equipments we use;
- Climbing harness
- Proper helmet
- Carabiners and ADC’s belaying device or figure eight knot.
- Proper static ropes
- Gloves
- Instructor
No need to bring your gear, we provide all the equipment.
How is abseiling Sipi Falls done?
Abseiling Sipi Falls is done in a few precise and meticulously well-designed steps to ensure you have the time of your life.
Phase 1: Regardless of how many times you have done it, we shall make sure that you have received the orientation you need to understand the challenge you embarking on. Our well-trained instructors will repeat the instruction on how to go about the abseiling activity until our client is satisfied.
Phase 2: We will direct you on how to put on your abseiling gear. Our well-trained instructors will make sure your helmet, gloves, and climbing harness are in the right shape.
Phase 3: We shall attach a figure eight anchor knot which we shall then connect to a belaying device or one to two carabiners depending on the instructor.
Phase 4: We will make sure your belaying device, rope, and carabiner are firm enough to ensure your safety. This is the time when we triple-check everything before you are lowered on your adventure.
Phase 5: We shall then demonstrate the activity with one of our well-trained guides before we lower you down the escarpment.
Phase 6: We shall slowly guide you as we lower you to experience the adventure of your life. At this point, camera people will capture memorable moments of your adventure.
Phase 7: When you reach the bottom, our experienced guides will help you detach yourself from the main rope and escort you back to our offices or preferably to your next adventure.
Is Abseiling Sipi Falls For Beginners?
Abseiling Sipi Falls is a beginner’s experience and it also attracts experts. We have well-trained and knowledgeable guides and approved equipment to help you cruise down the Sipi Falls.
Is Abseiling Sipi Falls for Kids?
There is no strict minimum age for abseiling, but qualified instructors typically recommend children be at least eight years old. Some start even younger, but safety precautions are crucial.
Whether it’s for adventure or learning, kids should always have a qualified instructor present during abseiling activities. These instructors ensure safety and provide guidance.
Kids as young as 5 years old can participate in door abseiling activities, to help them familiarize themselves and master the abseiling craft before they engage in extreme outdoor experiences.
What time is best for Abseiling Sipi Falls Experience?
We do Abseil in the afternoon, and evening hours. This is the best time to take those amazing photos that you see on our Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages.
This is because the sunshine is not directly on your face but rather hits the splashes of the waterfall creating a rainbow that is worthy of sight while you are being lowered down 100 meters waterfall.
What happens when it rains?
Bad weather tends sometimes to be so interrupting which leads us not to continue with the activity. At times, we have always a second chance to wait till it stops pouring down and thereafter we have time to proceed with the activity.
For your safety, follow these guidelines for your Abseiling Sipi Falls Experience
1. Please ensure your shoulders, midriff, and upper legs are modestly covered.
2. Avoid loose or flowy clothing like long skirts or oversized cardigans.
3. Closed-toe, secure footwear is a must—think trainers or sturdy boots. Leave the flip-flops, sandals, and high heels at home!
4. Long hair? Tie it back neatly to keep things tidy and safe.
5. For safety, please remove all jewellery and scarves before proceeding.
Price for Abseiling Sipi Falls
Individual Abseiling Sipi Falls Price per person.
( $40 ) = 150,000 pp for Ugandans.
($50 ) = 185,000 pp for Foreigners.
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