2 Day Jinja White Water Rafting Adventure
per person
This 2 Day Jinja white water rafting adventure is a great option for travelers while in Uganda. Jinja is 85km from Kampala and is the second-largest town in Uganda, known for its industrial history. It is the source of the Nile River, where Lake Victoria flows into the Nile River. Jinja offers a peaceful atmosphere and many activities, including white water rafting, boat rides, bungee jumping, nature walks, horseback riding, sight seeing, quad biking, and tubing. Visiting Jinja is a must during any Uganda Safari.
White water rafting in Jinja is an exciting activity that helps you learn to stay calm under pressure while navigating the challenging rapids of the Nile, which are graded 4 and 5. Despite a new power project, rafting continues as companies have adjusted their routes and launch points. This 2-day experience not only focuses on rafting but also allows time to relax, meet other rafters, observe birds, and watch local life along the river. Additionally, the package includes visits to Mabira Forest, Ssezibwa Falls, the source of the Nile, Jinja town, and offers these 3 thrilling activities: bungee jumping, quad biking, or horseback riding.
Safari Highlights
- A visit to Mabira Forest
- Visit the Ssezibwa Falls
- Boat cruise at the source of the Nile River and the Samuka islands
- Bungee jumping, quad biking, or horse riding quad biking
- White water rafting experience
Day 1: Kampala to Jinja with a stop at Sezibwa Falls and Mabira Forest
An office guide/driver will pick you up after breakfast from your hotel, airport, or another agreed location. The journey from Kampala to Jinja is interesting, and you will enjoy seeing various sights, including a vervet monkey at the source of the Nile. You will have stops for guided nature walks at Sezibwa falls and Mabira Forest, where you can spot birds and primates like the black and white colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkey. You will also pass by the sugar cane and tea plantations before crossing the new Jinja Bridge to reach your lodge for check-in and lunch. After lunch, you will tour Jinja and take a boat ride to explore the source of the Nile and Samuka Island, a bird breeding ground. Remember to buy souvenirs before returning to the hotel to shower and relax.
Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Jinja Nile Resort (Luxury), The Haven (mid-range), 2 Friends Guesthouse (Budget).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 2: White water rafting, Bungee Jumping, Horse riding, Quad Biking – Departure
You will start the day with breakfast at your hotel and then go white water rafting on the Nile River. Jinja is known for excellent rafting spots in Africa. The rafting session is divided into morning and afternoon options, but you will choose the morning session starting at 9 am. You will register and attend a briefing, after which you will receive life jackets and gear. The rafting lasts about 4 hours, and afterward, you will have lunch. Then, you can enjoy quad biking, horse riding, and bungee jumping, with each activity lasting one hour. After all the activities, the driver will take you back to Kampala. The tour lasts for two days and includes these activities.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
2 Day Jinja White Water Rafting Adventure Includes and Excludes
Inclusions:
- Airport transfers
- A Full-time English-speaking driver/guide
- Fees for all activities such as White-water rafting, Quad biking, and horseback riding.
- and bungee jumping.
- Bottled water and en route lunch
- All ground transport in a 4X4 vehicle
- Full board accommodation for 2 nights
Excludes:
- International flights
- Personal travel insurance
- Visa Ticket
- Extra activities
- Extra meals
- Alcoholic and soft drinks, including soda, juice, wine, etc.
- Personal expenses (laundry, gifts, drinks, cigars, tips, and souvenirs).