2 Days Jinja at the Nile Tour
This 2 Days Jinja at the Nile Tour: takes you to Uganda’s second largest settlement for most of the 20th century. Jinja was basically the industrial heart of Uganda, however, its economy collapsed during the Amin years and has never quiet recovered. The town was established in 1907 and it’s where you will also find the source of the Nile River. As a matter of fact, the city has lots of attractions and activities to do that can not be missed out during your tour. Some of these include; water rafting, bird watching, boat rides, nature walks, sighting seeing , etc.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Visit Sezibwa falls-Visit Itanda falls
After an early morning breakfast, you will be picked up by your driver and thereafter start on your journey to Jinja City. You will have your first stopover at Sezibwa falls, a Buganda cultural site rich with birds, folktales and great scenery. The name Sezibwa is derived from a Luganda phrase “sizibwa Kkubo” which translates into “my path can never be blocked”. In fact, the locals say its because it’s flow could not be stopped even with different obstacles it encountered along its path like Rocks, etc.
While here, you will enjoy the sounds and overflow of the falls as well as enjoy activities like rock climbing, bird watching and Nature walks. This stopover will also give you a glimpse into the traditional beliefs of Buganda kingdom. Later you will continue with your journey to Jinja city through beautiful scenery of plantations of sugarcane and tea, and colorful roadside fruit markets.
Reaching Jinja, you will head straight to the Itanda falls located along the Nile. Here, you will be so awed by the power and beauty of these falls. These magnificent falls will also give you a picture of what it would look like if the full force of the Nile River waters was unleashed. To the locals the falls are considered as a sacred site “blessed area”. Actually people living near the falls come to pray for miracles when they need a physical miracle. While at the falls, you also have an opportunity of seeing some primates such as monkeys, baboons and a variety of bird species. Besides, you can participate in cultural dances by local cultural performing troupes.
Accommodation
- The Mansion Hotel
Meals & Drinks
- Full board
Day 2: Boat cruise-Transfer back to Kampala/Entebbe
Having your morning breakfast, you will head for a one-hour boat ride on River Nile. This is where the Nile starts its 4000-mile journey to the Mediterranean Sea traversing various countries along the way. In fact taking a boat ride is one of the best experiences ever. Here, you also get addressed by the beautiful nature views of this magnificent north-flowing river in northeastern Africa.
In addition, the river is commonly regarded as the longest river in the world running to cover over 6,853 km. Bird lovers are also in for a treat as the area is rich with lots of water birds. Some of these include; the cormorants, herons, kingfishers, pelicans, not to mention but a few. Enjoy plenty of picture moments and videos to take back home for remembrance and also feel free to buy some souvenirs. Afterwards, you will start on your journey back to Kampala/Entebbe.
End Jinja Tour
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Activities
- Visit Sezibwa falls
- Visit Itanda falls
- Boat cruise at the Nile
Other optional activities
Zip lining
Zip lining is an adventurous activity that gives you a golden opportunity to share the sky with the birds. It is also an incredible moment that you would live to remember with great chances and possibilities to eye and touch the tallest tree branches. The activity can be done at Griffin falls found at the most famous Mabira forest. Besides, this experience and exploration during Zip lining makes you behave like monkeys.
Quad biking
Quad biking is one of the most thrilling activity to engage in while on your adventurous trip in Uganda. The activity is a self-game viewing drive that can only be done in Lake Mburo National Park as well as Jinja city. The motorbike is among the several outdoor sporting activities that Uganda as a country offers. Besides. this activity takes approx. 3-4 hours.
Kayaking
Kayaking on the Nile is another interesting pounding adventure. It is also a great way to experience the Nile and its surrounding areas of communities, local people, and exotic birds feeding on the fish.
Horse riding
Horse riding is done along the shores of River Nile in the communities and paths through farmlands. However, this activity does not require skills and experience to participate in since the Nile Horseback safari team first offers basics of skill training before starting the activity. This is done to especially to first time riders such as how to control the horse according to your pace. Otherwise, the horses have been trained and they are always very sensitive of what you want them to do for safe and calm ride experience.
Number of Days
2 Days/1 Night
Includes
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation including fuel
- All activities (included in the itinerary)
- All accommodation (included in the itinerary)
- Meals at the lodge
- All Taxes/VAT
- Round trip transfer
- Bottled drinking water
- Entry fees
Excludes
- International flights
- Personal items
- Extra Meals
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips
