Uganda · Culture

7-Day Uganda Safari to Jinja, Nyero Rock Paintings and Sipi Falls

7 Days Round trip from Entebbe Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 White water rafting on the Nile in Jinja
  • 02 Boat cruise to the source of the Nile at Lake Victoria
  • 03 Enjoy the ceremonial Bagisu "Mwanga dance" cultural experience in Mbale
  • 04 Visit the ancient Nyero rock paintings in Kumi
  • 05 Hike and abseil around the three sets of Sipi Falls
  • 06 Zip-line through Mabira Forest and enjoy an evening nature walk

Embark on this adventurous cultural safari through Uganda, from Entebbe to Jinja, Mbale, Sipi Falls, and Mabira Forest. Experience white water rafting on the Nile and a boat ride to the source of the world's longest river, then discover Bagisu culture through the ceremonial Mwanga dance. Visit the ancient Nyero rock paintings in Kumi, hike and abseil around the beautiful Sipi Falls, and end your journey with a nature walk and zip-lining adventure in Mabira Forest.

Enjoy the cultural "Mwanga dance," a ceremonial initiation circumcision dance for a boy transitioning into a man.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Jinja, Mbale, Kapchorwa, Lake Victoria
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Entebbe

  • Arrive in Entebbe following your flight from your country of origin. Land at Entebbe International Airport, the primary gateway to the Pearl of Africa, where you will find a guide dedicated to offering you a courteous welcome. After a short briefing about the safari, transfer to your hotel in Entebbe for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.
2
Day 02

Transfer to Jinja and Nile Adventures

  • After breakfast, embark on a 2-3-hour drive to Jinja, a significant historical town in Uganda famous for the source of the Nile, where the world's longest river exits Africa's largest lake, Lake Victoria, to begin its epic 6,650 km journey to the Mediterranean Sea. Drive through the Lugazi sugarcane plantation and Mabira Forest.
  • On arrival, check in at the hotel and embark on white water rafting. Return for lunch and relaxation at the hotel. After lunch, embark on a thrilling 2-hour boat cruise to the source of the Nile.

Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Bagisu Cultural Experience in Mbale

  • After an early breakfast, embark on a 2-3-hour journey to Mbale. On arrival, check in at the hotel, relax, have lunch, and head for the Bagisu cultural experience known as the Kadodi dance. Enjoy the cultural "Mwanga dance," a ceremonial initiation circumcision dance for a boy transitioning into a man.
  • Ringing bells are attached to the participant, while fiddles, flutes, and several traditional songs are all combined into a memorable event. The participant is escorted by the entire community as they make rounds in the village before finally going for the final and most important event.

Retire for dinner and overnight.

4
Day 04

Visit the Nyero Rock Paintings

  • After an early morning breakfast, embark on a 55 km journey to Kumi to visit the Nyero rock paintings.
  • Nyero rock painting is among the oldest historical sites and is extremely interesting to visit, allowing you to enjoy the untold historical stories of the site. It has three rock shelter panels found on the granite outcrop of Moru Ikara, and the rock painting features include Stone Age people and animals. The paintings are estimated to be between 3,000 and 12,000 years old.
  • On arrival, relax, have lunch, and embark on a tour of the Nyero rock painting.

Later in the evening, embark on the journey back to the hotel for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Hiking Sipi Falls and Abseiling

  • After an early morning breakfast, embark on a 1-hour drive to Sipi Falls in Kapchorwa, where you will explore the three different sets of falls.
  • On arrival, check in, collect packed food for lunch at Sipi River Lodge, and proceed for hiking and abseiling.

Return to Mbale for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

6
Day 06

Transfer to Mabira Forest

  • After an early morning breakfast, embark on a 3-4-hour drive to Mabira Forest. On arrival, check in to the hotel, relax, and have lunch. Proceed for a nature walk in the evening to see various species in Mabira Forest.

Return to camp for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

7
Day 07

Zip-lining in Mabira and Return to Kampala

  • After an early breakfast, undertake a zip-lining adventure in Mabira Forest. Prepare for lunch and embark on a drive back to Kampala.
Jinja rapids, Source of the Nile, Nyero rock paintings, Sipi Falls

Where this trip takes you

Jinja rapids, Source of the Nile, Nyero rock paintings, Sipi Falls

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Entebbe 6 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Water rafting
  • Boat cruise to the source of the Nile
  • Bagisu cultural experience
  • Nyero rock paints
  • Hiking Sipi and abseiling
  • English-speaking professional guide
  • Zip lining in Mabira forest
  • Ground transportation
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Activities
  • Park entries
  • Guide and ranger fees
  • Bottled water
  • Cultural dances

What's Not Included

  • Activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tips
  • Air tickets
  • Visas
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned

What to bring

  • Hiking boots
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Binoculars
  • Cameras

Know before you go

  • Age limit: from 6 years.
  • The guidelines.
  • Best season to visit, like in the case of "Imablu".
  • The mode of payment.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hotel
Tour start
Entebbe
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Entebbe.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $3,880.00 — $4,312.00
Double Sharing $3,880.00 — $4,096.00

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