1 day Jinja tour and source of River NIle
Detailed itinerary of your one day tour to Jinja.
The main highlights.
1 . Mabira forest.
2. Sezibwa water falls.
3. Lake Victoria.
4. The source of river Nile.
5. Jinja city.
~Pick up from your hotel in Kampala at 7:00Am by our driver guide and start your journey to Jinja the second biggest city in the country.
~The first stop over is Sezibwa water falls,It holds a great cultural significance, and is a sacred site for the local Baganda people, who believe the falls possess spiritual powers, you will take a guided hike of 30 minutes and discover the natural beauty that surrounds Sezibwa Falls, The scenic trail offers breathtaking views and a chance to spot wildlife for example red tailed monkeys and more bird species like Great blue turaco , pied craws and many more.
~After continue to Mabira forest the second biggest tropical rainforest in the country which covers 306 square kilometers then go for a nature walk for about 45minutes to 1hr depending on how you feel, The walk offers a breathtaking perspective, The views are very stunning expect to see local wildlife like the popular grey checked mangabeys, birds like casqued horn bill and many more.
~ Have lunch in Jinja and then continue to Lake Victoria and finally to the source of river Nile, You will take a boat cruise for a bout an hour to the source of Nile, offering you stunning views of the surrounding landscape and opportunities to spot some inhabitants for example monitor lizard and a lot of birds including pelicans, cormorants, Pied king fisher, egrets, Open bill stork and many more ! You will have a chance to see the point where Nile start its journey of 6654 Km to Mediterranean sea. For those interested in buying souvenir you can have a last stop over in Jinja and head back to Kampala and by 6:00pm you will in Kampala.
~ Meal Plan: Lunch
~ Duration: Full day
~ What to bring?
•Camera
•Sun Screen
•long pants
•rain coat or umbrella.
~Inclusions;
•All entrance fees
•Boat cruise
•Hike
•Transport in vehicle
•Lunch
•guiding fees
~Exclusions;
•International flight fares
•Visas •Accommodation while in Kampala
•Personal expenses like laundry, crafts, drinks, cigars, souvenirs and tips.
Price: 100 USD Per person
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