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1Day Jinja group tour & source of the Nile (Airpals Safaris Tour)

About this experience

The main highlights
1. Source of River Nile
2. Lake Victoria.
3. ⁠Mabira Tropical rain forest.
4. ⁠Sezibwa water falls.
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, you will take a guided tour for about one hour and discover the natural beauty that surrounds Sezibwa Falls, The scenic hiking on the top of the falls,
a nature walk through bamboo forest and Tea plantation.

~We shall then continue to Jinja and pass through Mabira forest the
Second biggest tropical rainforest in the country which covers 306 square kilometers.

Have lunch in Jinja and then continue to Lake Victoria and finally to the source of river Nile, You will take one hour boat ride to the source of Nile,

offering you stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

At a glance

  • Duration: 8 hr

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1Day Jinja group tour & source of the Nile (Airpals Safaris Tour)
Pickup included

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Time on the tour8 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Water/soda when taking lunch
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch
  • Guiding fees
  • Boat cruise
  • Pick up in Kampala

Not included

  • Extra 20 USD when there is only one person booked for the tour.

Itinerary and highlights

One day Jinja trip offers you a great opportunity to explore hidden gems of Jinja!
Main Highlights
- Sezibwa falls
- Mabira forest
-Lake Victoria
-Source of River Nile
-Jinja city

1 . Stop over to Lugazi!
Here we shall get the opportunity to observe Huge Sugarcane and Tea plantations but also other crops grown in the area and get some cool pictures it will take a round 10 minutes.

2. Mabira forest .
It’s the biggest tropical rainforest in Uganda which covers around 306 square kilometers!
We get to enjoy a guided nature walk through the the forest for around 45 minutes where we observe different types of monkeys and tree species

3. Sezibwa falls
These are beautiful water falls on river Nile very relaxing and rewarding
We shall take an hour doing a guided walking tour and pause for nice pictures.

4. Jinja city and new bridge!
It’s the second largest city here we get the opportunity to explore the hidden gems of the Jinja while exploring local and craft markets and restaurant of your choice.

5. The source of the Nile .
Since Nile river flows from lake Victoria we got to see both lake Victoria and river ! It’s one of the beautiful points in Jinja where most travelers come

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Meeting and pickup information

  • Well shalll pick up from any Location of Kampala.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Airpals Safaris Tour

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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 8 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Well shalll pick up from any Location of Kampala.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–9; Youth tickets: age 10–29; Adult tickets: age 30+; Senior tickets: age 45+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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