2-Day Nile Rafting and Boating Tour in Jinja with Samuka Island

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Go white-water rafting on the Nile River
• 02 Take a guided nature walk at Sezibwa Falls
• 03 Walk through Mabira Forest to spot monkeys, birds, and diverse tree species
• 04 Visit Bujagali Falls and take a boat to the Source of the Nile
• 05 Enjoy birdwatching at Samuka Island

Embark on this 2-day tour to Jinja and explore some of eastern Uganda's scenic highlights along the way. Enjoy a guided nature walk at Sezibwa Falls, walk through Mabira Forest to spot monkeys, birds, and different tree species, and pass sugar and tea plantations en route to Jinja. In Jinja, visit Bujagali Falls, take a boat to the Source of the Nile, and enjoy birdwatching at Samuka Island before ending the trip with adventurous white-water rafting on the Nile River.

In Jinja, visit Bujagali Falls, take a boat to the Source of the Nile, and enjoy birdwatching at Samuka Island before ending the trip with adventurous white-water rafting on the Nile River.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Kampala, Jinja, Sezibwa Falls

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Kampala to Jinja via Sezibwa Falls and Mabira Forest

• Have an early morning breakfast, then drive east to Jinja District. Along the way, enjoy the many sights on the journey and stop at Sezibwa Falls for a guided nature walk and sightseeing.
• After that, head to Mabira Forest, where you will engage in a nature walk through the forest. Here, you will see a number of monkeys, different types of tree species, and birds, among others.
• Later, proceed to Jinja, passing through different sugar and tea plantations. Upon reaching Jinja, visit Bujagali Falls, then take a boat to the Source of the Nile and visit Samuka Island, where you will have a great time viewing birds.
• Check in at the hotel, have dinner, and stay overnight at Jinja Nile Resort (Luxury) or 2 Friends Guesthouse (Budget).

2

Day 02

White-Water Rafting on the Nile and Return to Kampala

• Head for water rafting on the Nile. It is an amazing and adventurous time rafting on these falls.
• Later, have lunch and drive back to Kampala, arriving in the evening.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Kayaking
• Quad biking
• Horseback safaris/riding
• Sunset boat cruise
• Ziplining
• Samuka Island visit
• Bungee jumping

What's Not Included

• International flights
• Accommodation while in Kampala (first and last night)
• Visas
• Personal expenses such as souvenirs, crafts, and beverages/drinks

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Kampala, Uganda

Tour start

Kampala, Uganda

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.