Top Things to do in Jinja
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Top 10 Things to do in Jinja, Eastern Region
Discover the best top things to do in Jinja, Uganda including Nalubale Rafting, Victoria Nile, Victoria Nile, Source of the Nile - Speke Monument, Itanda Falls, Griffin Falls, Nile Reptile Park, Source of the Nile Museum, Cuupa Arts Gallery, Bujagali Falls.
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1. Nalubale Rafting
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5.0 based on 803 reviews
White water rafting on the White Nile. We're a small company with friendly service and a great team, we'll give you the confidence to tackle the big rapids. We run everything from family float trips on grade 2 rapids through to full day adventures on grade 5 rapids.
2. Victoria Nile
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
Stretching for 4,187 miles, the longest river in the world flows from its major source, Lake Victoria in east central Africa, through Uganda, Sudan, Ethiopia and northwards into Egypt to the Mediterranean Sea.
3. Victoria Nile
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By TreggyGodwin
The mighty Lake Victoria was thought for a long time to be the source of the Nile. It is in a sense. Waters from the large lake leave by the Victoria Nile to head north to join the Albert Nile in northern Uganda. When the water leaves the massive Lake Victoria, it does so in a spectacular fashion. The water pours out of the lake at the Ripon Falls, also known as Owen Falls Dam, in Uganda. It then goes by the Victoria Nile to Lake Kyoga before joining the Albert Nile. The lake itself is shared by three countries: Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya. The headwaters for the streams that feed the lake, however, originate from the mountains of Rwanda and Burundi. its a spectacular breathtaking view.
4. Source of the Nile - Speke Monument
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4.0 based on 401 reviews
The authentic, original Source of the Nile Site, where the British Explorer Speke first discovered the River Nile (of course the Africans knew there was a river, but anyway..). Stand where he stood, take a picture with the monument, go for boatrides across the river nile and into Lake Victoria, see monkeys, monitor lizards, pythons (and maybe even an authentic African Witchdoctor). The site also allows for camping, nature walks, parties and occasions with a truly spectacular nature setting. Ideal for Birdwatching and anyone looking for 1 day tour in the Ugandan Countryside.
Reviewed By Bunyaadventures - Kampala, Uganda
we visited the source of the Nile courtesy of "Bunya Adventures"and it was my second time at this place. its always breathe taking going to there and so much had changed, like the recreation center,Mahatma Gandhi statue,did a boat ride unto the source of the Nile. Its actually amazing to see houses on the water and whats beautiful is to see how the river starts inside the lake Victoria.(water separation). There is also a Gift shop that has good stuff made from Uganda which would be nice for remembrance. i actually bought key holders for myself and my family.
5. Itanda Falls
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4.0 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By Bunyaadventures - Kampala, Uganda
its so breathe taking to get closer on the water as it has a powerful sound and steam especially in the morning but one has to be careful with the slippery rocks during rainy season as you easily slide away. i loved the rafting on the falls,took great pictures with a help from Robert and Trevor of Bunya Adventures. The road is dusty and its around minutes drive. The locals were very friendly too when we needed directions
6. Griffin Falls
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4.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By starryjinx - Kampala, Uganda
We really enjoyed the morning/ afternoon up there. It is quite a distance from the road BUT well worth it. The staff are brilliant anf friendly, the zip lining is great in the trees and you do feel yourself get higher. The initial climb up to the zip line platforn is a nice little cardio to get the heart pumping. My mum was terrified doing the first one and that didnt seem to go away as she competed the course. She throughly enjoyed every terrified minute of it though and would love to it again. I also wanted a walk through the forest as i am interested in the vegetation and medicinal properties of plants. We tried to catch the monkey's but you have to get there eary and we were delayed by over an hr (totally my fault) It was sad to see the little waterfall full of pollution however it's good we are shown the effects of mass production and the impact on the environment. I enjoyed the trip and would go back again to try catch the monkey's. Kato is an excellent guide.
7. Nile Reptile Park
8. Source of the Nile Museum
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4.0 based on 5 reviews
The Source of the Nile Museum Initiative will aim at enhancing this shared trend of exposing our Richness in our culture, traditions, politics and commerce. We believe that your partnership and support will guarantee this vision now and for generations to come.
9. Cuupa Arts Gallery
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4.0 based on 2 reviews
Cuupa Arts Gallery is located at the heart of Jinja in Uganda. Cuupa is an artist that specializes in realistic portraits, paintings and cement sculptures. He's the only artist in town and is well-known for his work in the community, ie.Installing the first cement sculptures in town, and his realistic African-themed portraits.
10. Bujagali Falls
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3.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By FaizalP61 - Sungai Buloh, Malaysia
Bujagali Falls used to be a very popular site to see raids and waterfalls on the Nile. Unfortunately a dam constructed down stream has raised the level of the water to cover the falls. However there is an option to take boar tour for about 2 hours to travel a few Km up the river to the base of the Owens falls Dam where there are still some rapids. The trip was excellent and the guide Ronald ( tel 0704 976 595) extremely knowledgeable. We saw many types of waterbirds, Otters, 2 species of monkey, monitor lizards etc; visited a cave with salt deposits and offerings from the local community. Well recommended. The cost was only 100,000 including the guide. The boat was large enough for 10+ people
