Overview
Barbara Bamberger, an American Volunteer for Overseas Co-operative Assistance (VOCA) during a study tour of Eastern Uganda described Pallisa as ... "Rich in cultural , historical and ecological diversity and is particularly re-known and notable for its friendly, village atmosphere....". "...Pallisa is found to have a wonderful tranquillity and peacefulness along with enough physical and cultural activities that will keep a tourist for days....".
She added, " for these that simply want to relax before or after climbing Mt. Elgon, site-seeing in Sipi Falls or for a weekend with their loved ones or simply want to et out for retreat, or are looking for a mid-way stop over on their way to Ngero Rock paintings in Kumi or en route Soroti and Moroto districts, Pallisa is the ideal place".
Country Inn is truly the Ultimate destination if your desire is to experience the African Life style.
Location
Built along Gogonyo Road on five acres of land, Country Inn is strategically located 50 metres away from Pallisa District Headquarters and is walking distance from Pallisa town. Pallisa town is 16 km off the Tirinyi - Mable Road.
Mission
Country Inn is to provide quality hotel services and facilities to guests and tourists visiting Eastern Uganda. Special excursions using our Hotel Shuttle can be arranged for groups.
Accommodation
The hotel has a total of 23 self-contained rooms comprising of twin beds, double and single beds all rates inclusive of bed and breakfast. Special accommodation arrangements can be made to met customers demands for maximum comfort.
Considering a Retreat?
... The Hotel has a 200 capacity conference facility and two Country cottages are available for small groups and executive meetings for guests ranging between 25 - 50 in number.
Conferences, workshops and meetings can also be arranged in the Hotel's spacious country gardens. The Hotel is served by a three phase power standby generator. Water supply is by a 12,000 litre water tank connected directly to the main water supply. All communications facilities (telephone, facsimile, e-mail) are available in the hotel.
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Cultural activities are regularly organised by the Hotel to entertain guests.
Boat cruises on Lake Kyoga can be arranged on request.
Rock climbing in Agule and Kameke Hills.
Site seeing at the famous Gogonyo Palm farm.
Bird watching in Gogonyo, Lake Opeta and Lake Kyoga wetlands.
A variety of wildlife is present that includes Vervet monkeys, crocodiles and hippos.
Caves used by hundreds of people during the insurgence can be visited nearby.
Sports: Hiking opportunities are abundant. There are numerous areas where trails lead to rocky ridges and caves overlooking Lake Kyoga, Kumi and Soroti districts; and a variety of interesting birds, in Gogonyo Rocks.
Boating and Fishing: Boating and fishing are also options with improved lake access on Kyoga. Pallisa has many dirt roads and trails , which lend themselves perfectly to biking.
Mountain Climbing: the hotel offers a star base before and after week long treks to the top of Mount Elgon in neighbouring Mbale. Alternatively, the hotel can
sponsor shorter two day hikes to Mount Elgon National Park and to Sipi Falls.
Bird Watching: There are many wetland birds present for viewing by land or boat. The local authorities propose to include a wetlands restoration project and swamp walk in the overall planning effort of Pallisa's tourism efforts, similar to that which has been developed by the community around Magombe Swamp near Kibale Forest National Park.
