Jinja often called the 2nd Industrial and adventure capital of Uganda.
Its located on the northern shores of Lake Victoria, from where the Nile River begins its longest journey.
Jinja has second largest economy in the country after Kampala. It has a significant industrial hug including Hydroelectric Power, Steel rolling, Copper smelting, Sugar factory, Plywood/Timber and Grain processing units.
Jinja blend of natural beauty, adventure activities and industrial significant Makes Jinja a unique and important city of Country.
Tourism and Activities
Jinja is also known for its Adventure tourism and offers a wide range of activities which is the attraction among visitors. In Jinja you can explore many activities like:
Source of the Nile River: You can see the exact point from where the Nile River flows out of Lake Victoria. You reach that point by the boat and see how water comes out from down (Earth).
Water Rafting: You can enjoy water rafting, it is a thrilling experience of the Nile River.
Quad Biking: If you are interested for riding four wheeler then you can try Quad biking. They provide dress and safety tips before start riding. During riding you can explore the local area. Most of the visitors do this activity and enjoy.
For sure to get more adventure in Quad biking you have to choose the timing why I am saying this, because you can enjoy more if you ride just after rain so, you will get mud in Quad track and you have to pass through that mud this can be a adventure for sure.
The price for Quad Biking:
1,00,000 UGX / Adults for 30 minutes
60,000 / Children for 30 minutes
Bungee Jumping: In bungee jumping you jump from 44 meters down to the Nile River. Bungee jumping is restricted for age bellow 18 years old.
The price for bungee jumping
115 USD / person (for foreigners)
2,00,000 UGX / person (local)
Boat Cruise: Boat cruise will take you to the Nile River by boat. Here you will relax and absorb the birdlife. During boating you can see the cave in the bank of Nile River. The sunrise and sunset in the cruise is particularly enjoyable.
Itanda Falls: In the Itanda falls, the flow of water is very high. Here you can see water falling from height, if you come near to fall it will feel like rain drop weting you. Itanda falls located in a short distance from Jinja.
Rainbow Sliding: You can enjoy the sliding from hill to down. Mostly kids like sliding and enjoy this.
Tubing: Tubing is also adventurous activity in the Nile River. For tubing they will provide a big tube with softy jacket and take you in the Nile River. They poll you by the boat and you will float on the water.
I hope the above information gave you a light overview about the Jinja City and the Tourist attractions.
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