From Kampala: Ssezibwa & Itanda Falls + Nile Source Tour
ID: GYG1482274-2263954
Catégorie:
Pays: Ouganda
Durée du projet:
1 jours
Description
Discover the natural and cultural wonders of Uganda on a day trip from Kampala or Entebbe. Visit Ssezibwa Falls, cruise to the Source of the Nile, and witness the rapids of Itanda Falls.
Begin your day with pickup from your hotel or residence in Kampala or Entebbe and an early drive east toward Jinja. The first stop is Ssezibwa Falls, a scenic site known for both its natural beauty and its importance in Buganda cultural heritage. Walk along the green trails surrounding the falls and hear the myths and legends linked to the twin streams of the Ssezibwa River. Depending on conditions, there may also be opportunities for birdwatching and rock climbing near the top of the falls.
Continue toward Jinja, passing through lush countryside before arriving at the Source of the Nile. Here, take a motorized boat ride across Lake Victoria to the point where the Nile begins its northbound journey. Visit the nearby Mahatma Gandhi Monument and browse craft stalls along the riverbanks before stopping for lunch at a riverside restaurant.
In the afternoon, head to Itanda Falls, around 27 km north of Jinja. This dramatic stretch of the Victoria Nile is known for its grade-6 rapids, churning through narrow rocky channels with spray and thunderous force. Watch expert kayakers and white-water rafters tackle the water, then take a guided walk along the riverbanks and islands for wider views and photos. After the visit, begin the return drive to Kampala, where the tour finishes in the evening depending on traffic.
Faits saillants
- Explore the Source of the Nile on a boat ride across Lake Victoria
- Visit Ssezibwa Falls and hear the myths and legends of the twin streams
- Watch expert kayakers and white-water rafters tackle the rapids at Itanda Falls
- Enjoy a scenic drive through Mabira Forest and tea and sugarcane plantations
- Savor a delicious lunch at a riverside restaurant in Jinja
Langues
INFORMATION IMPORTANTE
Pickup is available from Kampala or Entebbe
The tour starts early to help avoid morning traffic
Return time depends on traffic conditions
Some activities take place on uneven natural terrain
Birdwatching and rock climbing opportunities depend on conditions
INCLUS
- Lunch
- 4x4 tourist van transport
- Entry fees
- Drinking water
- Boat ride on the Nile
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Annulations
Cette excursion peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à : heures d'annulation avant le début du voyage. Si vous l'annulez après les heures d'annulation ou si vous ne vous présentez pas à l'excursion, le prix total de l'activité vous sera toujours facturé. Tout retard à la prise en charge ou au départ sera considéré comme un retard.
