How we fell in love with this cliff

Our Founder Story

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In 2002, Lacam Lodge began not as a business idea, but as a friendship.

One evening, over a simple meal of goat and Irish potatoes, a close friend said, “Tomorrow, I’ll show you the land.” That land, perched on the cliffs by Sipi Falls, would one day become Lacam Lodge. At the time, it was wild and untouched – there were no paths, no fences - getting to the spot where the waterfall crashes down took a lot of scrambling through dense bushes and undergrowth – whilst not looking down!

Standing there, surrounded by the natural terraces and breathtaking views, the thought was simple: What if we cleared a space, built some small bandas so, Mzee Stephen could rent them out.

That small dream grew slowly, carefully, and always with respect for the land and the people. With Stephen’s blessing, a terrace was dug and the first banda was raised – built with poles and offcuts from the forest nearby and thatched with grass from the plains below. With Tim and Diego sketching ideas on napkins, and Felice’s (Diego’s father and one of the founding directors) meticulous engineering oversight, more rooms followed, each blending into the cliffside, each one telling the story of a shared vision.

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Our journey building

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From the start, everything was sourced locally - vegetables, firewood, crafts.

We invested in education, providing financial support for children to go to school with the promise that if they worked hard and brought back good reports, they could join the Lacam family. One of those children went on to become a Member of Parliament, while Joel joined the Uganda Wildlife Authority before returning to Sipi to set up his own coffee business.

Lacam Lodge is not just built on a cliff. It is built on trust, on shared meals, on families, and on generations learning and growing together.

It’s about heritage - rooted in the Sabine community, carried forward by the people who live and work here.

Lacam 2.0

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What began as one banda by the waterfall has grown into a lodge that welcomes travelers from around the world.

Lacam is now in its second chapter Lacam 2.0 - but its spirit remains the same: a family lodge, created from friendship, community, and the simple joy of sharing a view so beautiful, it takes your breath away.

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We look forward to sharing our cliff paradise with you!

- Jessica, Diego, Tim and Steven

Lacam means Cliff

Lacam Lodge - meaning “cliff” in Sabine - is built on the dramatic slopes of Mount Elgon, just opposite the awe-inspiring Sipi Falls. Here, travellers are welcomed into the timeless rhythm of rural Uganda, surrounded by Sabine warmth and the natural splendor of sunlit valleys and spray-kissed cliffs.

We are deeply rooted in community and environment. From full-board meals in our restaurant, to harvests from organic gardens, to thoughtful cultural encounters, our goal is to offer an escape that is unforgettable and restorative. Every detail from sustainable building materials to locally sourced ingredients reflects our commitment to responsible tourism in Eastern Uganda.

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Our Values

Every hike, run, and journey contributes to community growth.
Grounded in the land, culture, and stories of Sipi Falls.
Eco-conscious hospitality that protects nature and uplifts people.
Training, supporting, and celebrating local guides, farmers, and athletes.
Welcoming every guest with warmth and sincerity.

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