Tours & experiences

1 Day Jinja source of the River Nile tour

About this experience

Overview

The Nile Source tour is for those who are already in the country either as foreign residents, visitors who have flown in for business and meetings, or citizens who want to enjoy the tourist attractions of their country as part of their holiday to unwind. You will visit the source of the Nile River and finish with a visit to the historical town of Jinja.

The Nile Source Tour Highlights

Mabira forest

The Nile Source

Tour of Jinja town

At a glance

  • Duration: 7 hr
  • Private experience

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1 Day Jinja source of the River Nile tour
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour7 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 7 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

What is included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Driver/guide
  • 3-course lunch
  • All activities

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Itinerary and highlights

Our guide will pick you at 7.00am from where you are residing and drive you to Jinja in the eastern part of the country. You will have a brief stopover at Mabira Forest, the largest remaining tropical forest in Central Uganda.

visit the source of the Nile and explore it and later have a brief drive through this historical town after drive back to Kampala in the late afternoon.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • East African Jungle Safaris ltd

Accessibility and practical details

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 7 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 6–10; Adult tickets: age 12+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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