Jinja is the source of the mighty River Nile, the world’s longest river, which winds its way from here through Sudan and Egypt to the Mediterranean. Jinja is the second largest city and second busiest commercial centre in Uganda. Jinja was established in 1907. Dubbed The ‘Adventure Capital of East Africa’, Jinja never disappoints. Jinja is the “The Adventure Capital” of East Africa and has lived up to that description.

Attractions in in Jinja

The source of the Nile

The Nile river is the second longest river in the World. It has been marketed as one of the first European explorers.

Bujagali Lake (former Bujagali Falls)

Within the proximity of 10 kilometers, from Jinja municipality, Bujagali Lake is best known for  both excursions and international tourism. The Lake also offers opportunity for bird watching, sunset cruises, canoeing and more.

 Itanda falls

The falls are found on the Nile, about 18 kilometers North- West of Jinja town. They offer you great opportunity for bird watching especially the weaver bird, camping and picnic outings. The falls are located about 8 kilometers from Jinja. There is great potential of bird watching and Ethno botany.

Lake Victoria Beaches

These beaches have been partially exploited for the location of tourism developments, especially hotels. These beaches include the sites at sailing Club, Tilapia club and Masese. Besides the scenery, the lake can be exploited for water sports, which would attract the domestic, foreign resident and foreign non resident tourists.

Islands in Lake Victoria

Several Islands are found in Lake Victoria including Samuka, Lwabitookel, Ndaiga and Lwabitooke.There are several potential tourism activities including boat riding, racing, sport fishing, over-night camping, day excursions and various water sports.

Industries

Numerous industries found in Jinja attract excursionists, especially school tours including textile, beer, Sugar, steel rolling, grain milling and fish industries. There are several agro based industries such as sugar and tea processing establishments which have potential to attract foreign resident and non- resident tourist.

Agriculture

Tea and Sugar estates are currently exploited as a tourist attractions. Agro based industries have tourism potential as an attraction for tourists coming from countries where semi-finished product of sugar and tea are exported.

Sports

There are outstanding sport facilities, especially the out-standing Jinja golf pitch and the Bugembe Stadium, offer opportunity for attracting international and national tournaments, whose participants are over- night visitors.

Activities

White Water Rafting in Jinja

From mild to wild – white water rafting at its best in Jinja on the White Nile – you might get wet, but you will never forget the experience of rafting on the Nile at Jinja in Uganda. You can take it a bit easy with a family float for you and children.

Jet Boat up the Rapids of the Nile

Jet boat up the River Nile Rapids at incredible speeds and enjoy the wild of the River Nile without being immersed in it except a bit of spray. Simply a most awesome experience.

Kayaking the River Nile

Tandem Kayaking with a most knowledgeable guide to take you down the rapids of the River Nile. You can also try River Surfing, another option at Jinja along the River Nile.

Sunset Cruise

Take a Sunset Cruise with dinner and drink at Jinja – simply a most enjoyable experience while at Jinja on the White River Nile.

Horseback Riding Safaris along the Nile

Horseback riding safari along the Nile and there is even an overnight horseback riding safari of two days – another way to enjoy the Nile, visit Villages and hamlets along the journey and take in the culture and sights

All Terrain Quad Bike Safari along the Nile 

 All Terrain Vehicle Quad Biking along the River Nile taking in the sights and the local cultures as you ride through various villages. Visitors to Jinja find this an exhilarating experience.

Mountain Biking along the Nile

Bicycling along the Nile at Jinja is a most enjoyable experience for visitors to the Nile area, there are lot of places where you can ride a bike including along the Nile though various villages and hamlets.

Bungee Jumping into the Historic River Nile

Bungee Jumping, not for the faint of heart, however many simply enjoy the experience of diving into the Nile River below. It is an unforgettable experience for most.