Travel to Jinja to stand at the source of the Nile and enjoy the river your way, from rafting and kayaking to a peaceful sunset cruise. This sample journey can be adapted around your travel dates, interests, accommodation preferences, and budget.
Your Journey
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Day 1 · Jinja
Kampala to Jinja
Travel east from Kampala to Jinja. After settling in, take a boat to the source of the Nile, where the river leaves Lake Victoria.
End the day with views over the water from your lodge.
Stay: Riverside lodge
Meals: Lunch · Dinner
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Day 2 · Nile
Adventure on the Nile
Spend the day on the river with experienced guides, rafting the rapids or choosing a gentler kayaking or boat trip.
In the evening, relax on a sunset cruise or at your lodge.
Boat tripSunset cruise
Stay: Riverside lodge
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
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Day 3 · Kampala
Jinja to Kampala
Enjoy a final morning by the river before travelling back to Kampala or Entebbe for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch
Stays are shown by type. We choose the specific hotels, lodges and camps to match your travel style and budget.
What's Included
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation as specified
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Private transport
Source of the Nile boat trip
One guided river activity
Professional driver-guide
NOT INCLUDED
International flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Optional activities
Items not specifically listed under inclusions
Where Will You Stay?
Your accommodation can be chosen according to your preferences and budget, from riverside lodges to comfortable hotels in Jinja.
This itinerary is a starting point, not a fixed package. We can adjust the accommodation, duration, activities, destinations, and other details around your preferences and budget.
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