Jinja Tour: Explore the Nile River Source and Cultural Attractions in a Day

Embark on a thrilling 1-day Jinja tour to explore the source of the Nile River, cultural attractions, and historical sites. Discover the longest river in the world and immerse yourself in the vibrant local market and lively streets of Jinja. Book now!

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mabira Central Forest Reserve - From Sezibwa Falls, you will get back on the Jinja highway until your next stop at Mabira Central Forest Reserve. The Mabira Forest is a rainforest area covering about 300 square kilometres (120 sq mi) (30,000 hectares (74,000 acres) in Uganda located in Buikwe District between Lugazi and Jinja. It has been…
What's Included
  • Private transportation included
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Lunch provided
  • Snacks available
  • All fees and taxes covered
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tipping
Additional Information

Experience a blend of vibrant cultures, lush nature, historical eras, and immersive new encounters in this comprehensive one-day tour of Jinja. Our knowledgeable tour guide will lead you through visits to Ssezibwa Falls and Mabira Forest, followed by a exploratory journey through the lively streets, monuments, and bustling local market of Jinja - a town…

Location
Speke Hotel
Kimathi Avenue
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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O5067remuhammadf
Mar 4, 2025
Great Experience - Yusuf is an excellent guide—knowledgeable, helpful, and incredibly flexible. He went out of his way to accommodate my request for bungee jumping, making the experience even more thrilling. Despite my tight schedule, he efficiently covered multiple attractions in a single day, ensuring I made the most of my trip. I truly enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend him to others!
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Casserini_m
Feb 22, 2025
Very nice boat trip on Nile river - Great tour! On the way to the lake, we did 2 stops one on a waterfall (super) and other walking through a forest (medium) The boat trip was great, including a fish fabric; wow; food in a typical local restaurant; tried to Charge me despite it was included Very good driver (Byaruhanga), professional, secure and helpful; helped me to buy Uganda coffee; Highlights recommendableq
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Pavelv63
Feb 18, 2025
Magical feeling at the source of Nile - Yesterday I went on a tour to Jinja to see the source of the river Nile. I went with my guide Yusuf and he was absolutely amazing. On the way to Jinja we stopped for about one hour walk in the tropical forests and this walk was very nice. Then we got to Jinja and to the place from where the tour boat starts. The views at Lake Victoria are breathtaking. So magnificent and beautiful, I cannot describe it with words. The boat ride is peaceful, we saw a lot of birds, and to be at the source of the longest river, see where it starts already so powerful, and to be able to touch the water right there, for me it was a magical feeling. I want to thank Yusuf again for this wonderful trip. Thank you Pavel
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Y8259dnelm
Feb 9, 2025
A must do for a short time visitors - I had a great time doing the one day trip to Jinja from Kampala. Everything went well, my guide was Yusuf, very professional, kind and helpful.
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Teja
Feb 4, 2025
A great day trip from Kampala - Was a great experience, the guide was very indulgent and answered all the questions I had. Very flexible with the schedule and very accommodating
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Joanne_k
Jan 8, 2025
Had a lovely time with... - Had a lovely time with Yusuf on the source of the river Nile tour. Yusuf is a very knowledgeable guy and was great company on the trip. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Jayceestee
Dec 23, 2024
Excellent Source of the Nile tour - Took this day trip to the source of the Nile. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and the source of the Nile point was interesting, and the waterfall was really cool. Yusuf was my guide and the was fantastic - great communication before and during the tour. He is an honest man and also flexible to my needs and easygoing. An ambassador for Uganda! During the tour you will probably meet three other guides and a boat captain. I recommend you bring change in local currency as it can help support the local economy.
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Jonathan_t
Dec 13, 2024
Took this day trip to the... - Took this day trip to the source of the Nile. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and the source of the Nile point was interesting, and the waterfall was also really cool. Yusuf was my guide and he was fantastic - great communication before and during the tour. He is an honest man and also flexible to my needs and easygoing. An ambassador for Uganda! During the tour you will probably meet 3 other local guides and a boat captain. I recommend you bring change in local currency as it can help support the local economy.
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Andrewh6975
Dec 6, 2024
Yusuf is the best way to see the source of the Nile - This trip was one of the best I have done in 30 years if travelling. Yusuf was amazing. Everything went smoothly, great organisation. SAFE driver, great knowledge and chat. I would absolutely use this firm and travel with Yusuf again...
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T6175gtmichaelj
Sep 24, 2024
A great trip to the source of the Nile. - I had a great day visiting Jinja with a boat trip to the source of the Nile (amazing), a forest walk and a waterfalls walk. My guide Yusuf was very friendly and we chatted all the way on the drive from Kampala and back again. He is very knowledgeable and professional with everything well organised for the day.
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