Visiting the Source of the Nile-Jinja : Visiting the source of the Nile.it is located in jinja, the first European explorer Speke who discovered the source of the Nile, as the second longest river in the world. River Nile is an international river as its drainage basin covers eleven countries, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Congo, Kenya, Ethiopia, Eritrea, South Sudan and Egypt. It has two major tributaries, the White Nile and Blue Nile, White Nile is consired to be the headwaters and it is longer because it rises in the great lakes’ region of central Africa, with the most distant source still undetermined but located in either Rwanda or Burundi. it flows north through Tanzania, Lake Victoria, Uganda and South Sudan.
Is Lake Victoria the source of the Nile River
Yes, source of the Nile is on Lake Victoria which was explored by John Speke in 1862 which helped the world to know where the source of the Nile is which makes Uganda the pearl of Africa because of its beautiful sceneries.
Things to do while in jinja or at the source of the Nile
A visit to the source of the Nile is incomplete with out taking part in other tourism activities available in jinja city and here are some of the activities you can enjoy while in jinja.
Whitewater Rafting. This one of the activities that can not be missed especially for tourists who enjoy sports. White water Rafting experience in jinja is very high quality by international standards and it will expose you to participants to the amazing scenery, to flora and fauna that Uganda is known for.
Bungee jumping. It is another exciting activity worth participating in after or before visiting the source of the Nile, it is fun though frightening to some travellers, children under the age of 13 and visitors with health conditions are not allowed to do bungee jumping.
Kayaking. This activity involves using special canoes to go through the white-water rapids of the Nile at a slow pace. Kayaking allows one to experience the flow of the river Nile.
Tubing. Tubing on the Nile gives you a chance to float freely on one of the most famous rivers in the world. And the distance goes for 2km while enjoying the warm sun.
Quad biking. It an activity that is open for every age group.it involves riding a four wheeled bike to nearby villages along the banks of river Nile, quad biking does require any prior experience which makes it one of the preferred activities.
Sport fishing. It one of the interesting things to do after visiting the e source of the Nile in jinja fishing is organized in specific spots along the Nile River and main species caught it is Nile perch and tilapia; it is organised in morning and evening.
Boat cruise. Have a sun set boat cruise to the source of the Source of the Nile this will surely lighten up your evening as you will be able to able to take photos of source of the Nile.
Horseback riding.it is an outdoor activity done, the horse-riding activity takes 1to 3hours and it will take you to explore rural communities the participants will move with experienced guide who knows all the routes and there is no experience needed.
Visiting the source of the Nile. River Nile starts from jinja to Africa. There is a land mark at the point where the waters leave Lake Victoria, source of the Nile is one of the historical sites and a must to visit when one visits the source of the Nile.
Cycling. Cycling is another activity enjoyed by tourists and it is one of exercising like if the tourist is tired of sitting one can use the mountain bikes to tour around the tea farms, sugar cane plantations and many others.
Birding. Around the source is one of the best birding spots and tourists interested in birds he or she will see different rare bird species, like water ducks, shoebill to mention but a few.
Visiting the central market. It is one way of understanding the local people and their way of living because by visiting the local market you will get to see their local foods, and see the old structures built with mix of Indian and European with Africans that gives you different exposure.
Best time to visit the source of the Nile Jinja
It is during the dry season and best season to visit the source of the Nile because of the activities which are all water related so if it is in rainy season, you may not be able to do the activities in the months of December, February, June and August.
A visit to the source of the Nile which the longest river will give you the best experience while at the Uganda safari tour because having source of the Nile and Lake Victoria being sighted at once will give you the best memory ever.
Where to sleep when you are in jinja
While on Uganda tour best sure that you will get a hotel of your choice because jinja has one of the best accommodations and these include 2 friends hotel, Nile village hotel, jinja Nile resort, the mansion pool, Nile anchor palace and they all provide excellent customer care.
