Tourist activities in Jinja
Tourist activities in Jinja: Jinja offers lots of tourist activities and attractions to different tourists all year round is it is one of the most visited cities in Uganda the pearl of Africa. Jinja is one of the best serene places to visit and enjoy unbeatable experiences, especially for holidaymakers and honeymoon since it offers a cool ambiance away from the stress of Kampala Jam and pollution making Jinja the best destination for leisure and relaxation.
This article precisely talks about the top tourist activities to do in Jinja and they include;
Visiting source of Nile: Source of the Nile is the major tourist activity done in Jinja where tourists get a golden opportunity of cruising on top of Nile River to the exact spot where Nile River originates as was confirmed by explore Speke in 1858. Nile River is considered as the world’s longest river that covers about 4,132 miles long passing through Uganda, South Sudan, Sudan, Egypt and Ethiopia and then to the sea.
The best way to visit the source of the Nile River is by taking either a speed boat or a canoe to the get to the spot where the explorer John Speke stood while declaring the exact source of the Nile. This spot where John Speke stood is now a picturesque and has stunning gardens and lodges that for relaxation overlooking the stunning Nile River.
Jinja White Water Rafting: This is yet one of the adrenaline and breath taking activity enjoyed by tourist in Jinja. This activity is conducted along the Itanda falls where one is able to raft up to Grade 5 making it one of the best sport activity to enjoy while on a Uganda safari to Jinja. One may choose to do a half day white water raft or a full day raft. During white water rafting in Jinja, tourists are rewarded with a stunning view of different fauna and flora species along the shores.
Bungee Jumping: This is yet another fascinating and exhilarating tourist activity done in Jinja though scary for people for fear heights or have some underling heart related conditions. Before the jump, your legs are tied with a long rope capable of reaching down to the Nile River then later on allowed to soar like and eagle before facing down onto the breath taking Nile river.
Take a jump and descend down until you touch on the Nile River where you will then be untied and put on a Kayak or boat and returned to the shores of the River. This activity takes very few minutes but the experience is worth the money put in. the only problem with Bungee jumping is that most people usually end up fearing to jump for fear of heights. This activity is enjoyed all year round.
Boat cruise: The best way to explore Nile River is by taking on boat cruise adventure where one get an opportunity of spend 2 hours relaxing on the cool waters of Nile River. There are different options of boat cruise on Nile River all starting from Explorers River Camp. One may choose to take on a Nile Sunset Cruise which is one of the best ways to watch the sun as it goes down over the horizon while sipping on your cold drink. Trust me the experience is so rewarding.as you watch and capture stunning photographs of the surrounding environment thrilling with water birds like Fish eagle and many more. There is yet a Nile Lunch Cruise that comes with lunch as one sails along Nile River in the afternoon. Keep your eyes at the shores of the river for a chance to watch birds and the stunning vegetation cover.
Golfing: This yet another fascinating activity enjoyed by several tourists on a visit to Jinja. Gulfing is done at the Gulf course in Jinja where you will be able to view statues of the African Big 5 game (Rhinos, Lions, Elephants, Leopards and Buffaloes) plus other small animals. Gulfing is such a fascinating and breath-taking experience as one get a chance to mingle with different tourists from different dimensions of the world and the locals in Jinja.
Apart from the above-mentioned activities, Jinja offers other stunning tourist activities such as a visit to New Jinja Bridge, visiting the dams, Quad biking, Kayaking, Swimming, nature walks, Jinja city tour to market places, rail line and many more. Check out our safari to Jinja.
