Moru Apesur – Soroti rock

Locally referred to as Moru Apesur, Soroti rock rises above the flatland surfaces surrounding it. Soroti rock is an ideal place for doing an aerial view of the surrounding areas a far and near Soroti town.

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Location.

The tall granite rock tower is found in the heart of Soroti town. It offers an incredible view. For the travellers addicted to great captivative beautiful views, remember to carry your camera because you will surely need it. Once you reach Soroti town.

Activities or what to do at the Soroti rock.

Hiking.

This is the main activity that can be done here. Though hectically challenging, when you get on top you will congratulate yourself for having not given up. The spectacular views of surroundings on top are refreshing.

Hiking to the top of Soroti rock is not for the faint hearted fellows. It’s a battle to win and victory is declared when one is at its peak. After the hectic hard climbing with morale to get to the peak, sloping down after all the pictures taking, video recording extra is simplifies as there are stairs put up to follow to the bottom of the Moru Apesur.

For a customized safari to Soroti town and have an opportunity to hike the famous Moru Apesur or Soroti rock, contact the Jewel safaris team today.

Moru Apesur more activities

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Stone quarrying at the foothills of the rock.

This is done with care and caution as it defamates the rock and the activity is associated with injuries. But still for the daring travellers that want to try doing this activity at Moru Apesur are physically fit. Book your safaris today.

Soroti town tour.

Commonly known as the capital city of Teso, this is the oldest as well as the biggest city and district in Teso sub-region. Soroti city or town is also the gate way to Karamoja sub-region through Amuria, Kapelebyong and Kabong to entire Karamoja region. It is also the gate way to Northern Uganda. This thus gives you an opportunity to mingle with several people of different tribes like the Karimojong, Kumam, Itesots and extra. During this town tour, you can do some shopping and taste the local cuisine prepared by local restaurants here.

Other Attractions

Awoja swamp that is less than 5 kilometers away from Soroti town.
Lake Kyoga that is also short distance from the Soroti town.
Nyero rock paintings that are about 3 hours of road drive from Soroti. These are located in Nyero in Kumi municipality.
When you are done touring Soroti, you can decide to connect to Murchison falls national park via Gulu or proceed to Kidepo valley national park via Amuria district Kabong.

Soroti tour to the Moru Apesur can be a break off journey to Kidepo valley national park or a stopover to Murchison falls national park from Sipi falls, Mount Elgon national park and Nyero rock painting.