Uganda is a haven for adrenaline junkies, with Jinja in the country’s east being the unofficial capital of extreme sports.
Our three day Jinja whitewater rafting experience takes you to the very source of the mighty River Nile for an unforgettable rafting experience.
Your Journey Mapped Out
Ready to set out? Your adventure awaits!
- DAY 1 – ENTEBBE – JINJA
- DAY 2 – JINJA
- DAY 3 – JINJA – ENTEBBE
You'll depart from Entebbe after breakfast for the drive to the nation's adrenaline capital, Jinja.
Located at the source of the River Nile, Jinja has become an adventurer's playground due to its rugged canyons and churning river waters. Arriving in time for lunch in town, you'll then board a boat and emulate the African Queen with your own trip down the Nile in search of its source.
Along the way, you'll spot a variety of bird life out on the waters, pass the place where Mahatma Ghandi's ashes were spread, and finally come to the point where the mighty Nile finds its origin.
In the afternoon, should time allow, Shadows of Africa can arrange additional activities such as:
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- > Bungee jumping;
- > Fishing excursions;
- > Kayaking;
- > Quad biking;
- > Romantic sunset cruise on the Nile.
In all cases, these additional activities attract an additional cost. Speak with your safari expert about your options.
You'll overnight in one of the many beautiful lodges located along the banks of the Nile.
It's a day for the truly adventurous today, as you'll venture out onto the River Nile's famous rapids for what has been described as "the best one day rafting experience on the planet".
Kitted out with all of the latest safety equipment and treated to a safety briefing before you set out, you'll then experience the speed and power of this mighty river as you and your team negotiate its rapids.
You'll take lunch on one of the islands along the way, and return to your lodge in the late afternoon.
After breakfast, you'll return to Entebbe.
The Trip Cost Includes
- Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to Airport(in our own vehicle)
- Transportation to and from!!
- Food all along the trip(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trip in hotels with family environment
- Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
- Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map(in case if you don’t have your own. Down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag must be returned after completion of the trip)
- First Aid Medical Kit(Your guide will carry the Medical Kit but we also advise to bring yourself for your own use, as far as possible)
- All the required permits and paperwork
The Trip Cost Excludes
- International Airfare
- Visa Charges
- Hotel Expenses(In Kathmandu, some packages do include hotel expenses)
- Your travel and medical insurance
- Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
- Food and accommodations in Kathmandu
- Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency
- Emergency expenses such as expenses on chartered helicopter.
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will to, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, hot water facility could be free at lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during off season.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
