1 day white water rafting in jinja
1 day white water rafting in Jinja, An authentic adventure awaits you on the Nile River at Jinja in eastern Uganda. The rafting expedition directs you to Africa’s epicenter of water rafting sports and further adventures. Accompanied by a skilled and seasoned crew, you confront the formidable task of the Nile River while navigating grade 5 rapids.
Conquer your worries while navigating the rapids and relish the stunning scenery of the Nile as you paddle through the eight rapids. Upon conclusion of your rafting trip, typically in the afternoon, a delectable BBQ will be available at the banks of the Nile. Equipped with expert rafting gear, safety vessels, and seasoned kayakers, you will be in optimal hands during this excursion. This Rafting Adventure Tour in Jinja offers views of aquatic birds along the Nile and an opportunity to observe the diverse activities of the local populace during your journey, as Jinja is a commercial hub.
The tour provides a range of options, including half-day rafting, full-day rafting, and grades 3 to 5 rafting. A half-day rafting excursion typically concludes in 2 hours and 30 minutes, featuring 4 water rapids, whilst a full-day rafting experience encompasses 8 remarkable rapids. Alternatively, you may choose family floating excursions
Transfer from Kampala to the Source of the Nile in Jinja
Travel duration: 2 hours
Commence this day journey as early as feasible, departing from Kampala no later than 7:00 AM. Traversing the Kampala – Jinja thoroughfare. En route, you will traverse Lugazi, an area abundant in sugarcane farms, before proceeding into Mabira, the largest natural forest in Central Uganda, which stretches several miles beside the Kampala-Jinja highway.
Upon arrival at the Nile, you will convene with the rafting staff for a briefing session, during which guidelines and instructions for the rafting activity will be provided. You will choose between grade 3 and grade 5 rafting. You will subsequently embark the vessel, after which you will enter the water to practice the safety procedures discussed during the briefing session. Subsequently, you go on the rafting activity, first with the mild rapids and progressing to the more challenging ones. The rafting procedure requires 3 to 4 hours. It is entirely exhilarating! Following the rafting excursion, you will have a delectable BBQ along the banks of the Nile.
Lunch will be provided.
Comprehensive Recommendations:
- Following the rafting, you may choose to reside in a hostel in either Jinja or Entebbe, based on your preference.
- It is essential to consistently don a life jacket or a flotation-enhancing gear. Verify that the jacket buckles are securely
fastened and tailored closely to your physique. - Consistently don the protective equipment.
- Prior swimming proficiency is not a must for the rafting experience.
- At specific moments during the encounter, you should be capable of holding your breath.
- A minimum age of 16 is mandated for rafting.
Items to bring:
- Swimwear, together with a t-shirt or long-sleeved shirt, is essential for skin protection from the sun.
- Dry garments for post-rafting attire.
- The application of sunscreen is strongly advised.