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Undoubtedly offering the best water rafting in Uganda, rafters can cruise over powerful Nile rapids, with expert guides attend your every need and scenic river vistas surrounding. Hence we offer an adrenaline-packed Nile one-day white river rafting trip in Jinga,Uganda on the Source of Nile. This 12-mile (19 km)course has rapids from Grade 3 to Grade 5 which are a rare treat for either novices or professionals. Read More about Rapids grading.
Firstly, your adventure begins with an arrival in Entebbe or Kampala, where you’ll meet your guide and embark on a scenic drive to Jinja, the adventure capital of Uganda. Known as the Source of the Nile, Jinja offers stunning river views and thrilling activities. Equally, in the afternoon, you can enjoy a relaxing Nile boat cruise or opt for an adrenaline rush with bungee jumping over the Nile. Finally Spend the evening unwinding at your riverside lodge, soaking in the beauty of the Nile. Overnight stay at Nile River Camp or a similar lodge.
After breakfast, gear up for an exhilarating day of whitewater rafting on the Nile. Following a safety briefing, you’ll tackle Grade 3-5 rapids along a thrilling 12-mile (19 km) stretch. Additionally, the trip includes breaks for swimming in calm sections and a riverside lunch with drinks. Post-rafting, you can relax at the camp or try optional activities like quad biking or kayaking. In conclusion, the day ends with stories of adventure around a campfire by the Nile. Another night in Jinja.
Depart Jinja early for Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where you can track wild rhinos on foot. After this unforgettable encounter, continue north to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest wildlife reserve. Arrive in time for an evening game drive, spotting elephants, lions, and giraffes against a golden sunset. Dinner and overnight at Pakuba Lodge or a similar safari lodge.
To sum up, after breakfast, begin your journey back to Kampala, with an optional stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary or a nature walk in Mabira Forest. After that, arrive in Entebbe in time for your flight, carrying unforgettable memories of Uganda’s wild landscapes, thrilling rapids, and majestic wildlife.