Home of Friends – Kapchorwa, Mount Elgon

Stay. Explore. Connect.

A Community-rooted Guesthouse in Uganda’s Mount Elgon highlands.

For active, curious travellers who prefer depth over ticking boxes.

 
Our smiling host Faizal serving a delicious organic cocktail juice in our green garden in Kapchorwa, Uganda
Laughter and joy during a bamboo basket weaving experience along the Mosopisiek Trail. Mount Elgon, Uganda
Explore Kapchorwa during a guided Sipi Falls hike

STAY

Rest in a quiet hilltop retreat near Sipi Falls.

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EAT

Fresh garden-to-table meals & Arabica coffee.

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Explore

Guided hikes, cultural encounters & running experiences.

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As Featured In INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MEDIA

International travel magazines and blogs celebrating our Community adventures

 

Travel IN CONNECTION

At Home of Friends, sustainability is part of daily life — from solar energy and local partnerships to youth guide training and women-led initiatives.

👉 Learn how your visit makes a difference

Kapchorwa Mamas welcoming visitors at their traditional home. These women earn some extra income through this Community experience. Women empowerment on Mount Elgon
Home of Friends manager Eliza carefully planting an indigenous tree along one of Kapchorwa's hiking trails
A happy Kapchorwa tour guide upon receiving his training certificate. Youth empowerment on Mount Elgon

Women empowerment

Our “Kapchorwa Mamas” earn an income by sharing local cooking traditions with visitors who take time to cook, learn and eat together.

Nature care

Solar energy, refill stations and a flourishing kitchen garden support low-impact stays that respect Mount Elgon’s nature.

Skills training

Our native guides gain skills to inspire the next generation of Kapchorwa’s running and tourism champions - on the trails and beyond.

By choosing to stay, eat and explore with us, you help our local ecosystem flourish.

👉🏽 Learn how your visit makes a difference!

 

What Our Guests Say

Mount Elgon has a pleasant way of slowing us down. To listen, breathe and connect.

Our guests feel that too, and this is what made their stay so special:

Home of Friends turned out to be my absolute favourite place to stay during my time in Uganda. The team here is incredibly kind, attentive and welcoming, the rooms are lovely, and the views are stunning.

The highlight of my six-week trip was the two-day Mosopisiek Trail hike. If you enjoy long walks and want to experience an authentic village homestay, this adventure is a must. My guide was fantastic. He grew up in the very village we stayed in, which made the experience even more special.
— Reuben, Canada (January '25)
I stayed at Home of Friends for a week while training with Run Kapchorwa and absolutely loved it. The rooms were comfortable, and the fresh, locally sourced food was simple, high-quality, and perfect to fuel my training. Daan and the team created a warm, family-like atmosphere.

The unlimited water refills were a great touch for runners. I also spent many relaxing hours in the garden hammock. As a bonus, I even ran into Joshua Cheptegei in the restaurant on my last evening.
— Ali, UK (November '25)
If you’re visiting Kapchorwa, Home of Friends is the perfect place to stay. The rooms are cozy, the food is excellent, and the team goes above and beyond to make sure you feel cared for. Their warm attention to detail really makes a difference.

I felt completely safe throughout my stay — the security is professional, and the peaceful location just outside town adds to the relaxed atmosphere. A quick tip: give the team a call before arrival for the best driving directions, as some local roads are smoother than others.
— Craig, Australia (October '25)
 

Ready to plan your stay?

We’re happy to think along - from a quiet stay to active days on the trails.

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Secure payments via
Tab & credit card

At Home of Friends Guesthouse you can securely pay with our Tab Travel payment app. Mount Elgon, Uganda

Licensed by Uganda Tourism Board

 

‘‘Travel slower. Connect deeper. Experience more’’

 

Rooted in Kapchorwa’s wider ecosystem — including Run Kapchorwa and Sebei Cultural Storytellers.