Jinja Attractions
The Source of the Nile
The
Nile river flows from Lake Victoria at what was the Rippon
Falls and into Lake Kyoga. Still the Victoria Nile, it cuts
a raucous passage west across Karuma Falls and through the
narrow pillars of Murchison Falls towards Lake Albert. Finally
the Albert Nile meanders along a slow wide corridor into
Southern Sudan.
Bujagali Falls
Discover
Uganda's best keep secret. More than four thousand miles
in length, the mighty Nile is the longest on the planet.
It roars to life as the White Nile (also known as the Victoria
Nile) minutes after slipping quietly from Lake Victoria.
Huge standing waves leap from the clear blue skies and rock
walls vibrate from the power of the thundering rapids.
For generations Acholi tribesmen have leapt bravely from
slippery rocks secure the hands of the prettiest maidens.
Explorers from Herodotus to Speke have sought to chart it's
course but no-one has dared to challenge the rapids. Be
among the first to experience the breathtaking thrill and
excitement of the Nile.
Rafting
on the River Nile - warm water, massive waves, beautiful scenery,
and year round sunshine charcterises white water rafting on the
White Nile. Challenge the legendary 'Overtime' ( a 4.5 metre waterfall)
and drop into 'The Bad Place' probably the largest commercial
rafted hole in the world. Drift quietly in the calm pools between
the rapids and marvel at the abundant birdlife.