On this 1 Day Rafting on the Nile in Jinja Tour, you will visit Jinja City – the adventure capital of Uganda. You’ll indulge yourself in whitewater Rafting with a chance of experiencing the Grade 5 rapids, and a day visit to the source of the might River Nile before returning to Entebbe.
1 Day Rafting on the Nile in Jinja
Brief itinerary:
- 06:00 am – Depart for Jinja.
- 07:30 am – Arrive at Jinja for Breakfast, & briefing on White Water rafting.
- 08:00 am Transfer to the Rafting Start point.
- 8:30 am – Rafting on The Nile begins.
- 02:00 – 04:00pm – Rafting ends.
Detailed Itinerary
A representative from Realm Africa Safaris™ will pick you from your hotel or place of stay in Entebbe/Kampala at exactly 06:00 am and embark on the drive to Jinja City.
You’ll arrive in Jinja at about 07:30 am and head straight for the Safety briefing about rafting on the Nile. You can then choose whether you want to do Grade 3 or Grade 5 and whether you prefer a full or half-day rafting experience on the Nile.
- Grade 03 Rafting: Choose to paddle as part of a team or opt for a softer option and be rowed downstream by our professional guides in the safety raft.
- Grade 05 Rafting: Widely regarded as the best one-day rafting trip on the planet. This is the safest and most popular trip down the Nile, you will experience extremely challenging legendary rapids in the company of an overly experienced rafting guide who has a track record of delivering the safest Nile rafting encounter.
After this amazing adventure, you will be served a mouth-watering BBQ, before embarking On your return journey back to Entebbe or Kampala.
Note: BBQ is only served to those that take on the Full Day Rafting. Half-day rafters don’t get to enjoy this…
End of your 1 Day Rafting on the Nile in Jinja
STANDARD OFFER:
4X4 Safari Customized Toyota Super custom – Mini-Van
Our standard model of transportation is Road transport in 4×4 Safari Customized Vans.
The Vans have an open roof that offers a 360° animal view allowing for photography while on safari and a seating capacity of up to 06 passengers (Maximum) each with the privilege of having a personal window seat.
UPGRADE:
4X4 Safari Customized Toyota Landcruiser – Superior off Road Driving.
For our upmarket clients that wish to enjoy the Superior comfort of traveling in our state of art Toyota land cruiser, we can upgrade you at an Extra Cost.
All our land cruisers come fully air-conditioned and with a cool box fully packed with complimentary en route drinks and snacks. The trucks all have large windows and an open roof that offers a 360° animal view allowing for photography while on safari.
What is included in this tour:
- White Water Rafting on the Nile
- All ground transportation.
- An English-speaking driver guide.
- All fuel Costs for the tours are as per the itinerary.
- Bottled mineral water in the car NOT at the lodges.
What is not included in this tour:
- Visa Fees.
- Any government imposed increments on park fees/taxes.
- Accommodation on the last day.
- International flights (from/to home).
- Tips (tipping guideline US$10 pp per day).
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Consider adding some of the following suggestions to your 1 Day Rafting on the Nile in Jinja
Add: Quad biking to your 1 Day Rafting on the Nile in Jinja
Quad biking is one of the most exciting activities to engage in while touring Jinja town. The activity is organized in other parts of Uganda but not as popular as it is in Jinja town. What makes Quad biking special in Jinja, is the opportunity to experience the African countryside and mingle with local people as they go about their daily activities.
Learn more about Quad biking in Jinja.
