2-day White Water Rafting The Nile River
About this tour
This 2 Days white water rafting and Source of the Nile tour will take you to Uganda’s second largest and busiest commercial town about 80 km East of Kampala, the Capital of Uganda. Jinja was established in 1907, it is located in the east on the shores of Lake Victoria; its where you will also find the source of the Nile River. Jinja is a very interesting and adventurous district with lots of attractions and activities to do including the Rafting on the River Nile, boat rides, nature walks, sighting seeing among others.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Entebbe, Uganda to Jinja, Uganda
Drive to the East, Jinja district. Join a boat cruise to the source of the Nile and also visit Samuka Island where you will have a great time viewing birds. Lunch by the river and optional add-ons like Cycling, Quad biking, Horseback riding, or a bungee jump.
Day 2: Jinja, Uganda to Entebbe, Uganda
Pre-Rafting Briefing: Enjoy breakfast at your lodge, then head to the river base for a comprehensive safety briefing, gear fitting (helmet, life jacket, paddle), and practice session with IRF-certified guides. The Rafting Action: Conquer massive Grade 3 to Grade 5 rapids (such as The Bad Place, Silverback, and Overtime) interspersed with calm pools for swimming. Post-Raft Lunch: Refuel with a post-trip BBQ lunch and view photos or videos of your run (often provided complimentary by operators). Return: Transfer back to Kampala or Entebbe in the late afternoon/evening.
What's included
Pickup from Kampala/Entebbe White-water rafting on the Nile Lunch Dinner and overnight stay in Jinja Budget Accommodation Expert guides Transportation Breakfast Boat cruise to the Source of the Nile
Optional activities like quad biking, bungee jumping, horse riding, tubing Souvenir shopping expenses. Tips Accommodation before and after the trip
Languages spoken
What to know
White-water rafting involves Grade 3–4 rapids Professional instructors will guide the rafting Accommodation options available for budget travelers
Route & locations
Entebbe, Uganda to Jinja, Uganda