Half-Day Jinja Walking Tour: Source of Nile & Boat Ride Options
Description
Discover Jinja, the land of the Source of the Nile. Meet up with our friendly local guides and fellow travellers for this shared experience. Together, explore the lively streets, monuments, secret venues and markets of Uganda's most scenic town. Feel free to tip the guide at the end
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meet-up point, introductions, tour briefing and Jinja town background
Place of historical and artistic significance to Jinja town. Also an opportunity to learn about the cafe's conservation effort. This is also our first refreshment/ toilet stop
Building of historical significance in Jinja and a great place to explore the migration of indians into the British colonies of East Africa, including Uganda. Also analyse the impact of Jinja's asian community on the economy and politics of the town and the country
History of one of the original colonial structures built in Jinja town. Significance of the police station in Jinja's history and current affairs
Local crafts artisans and paint shops village. Meet the vendors who make their living here and a chance for guests to talk to the vendors and ask them about their trade and life in the town. Also a chance to pick up a souvenir
Main fresh produce market of the town. Opportunity to see the hustle and bustle of Jinja's busiest spot. Guests may try fresh in-season fruit (carry local currency)
Great street food vendor making freshly delicious street delicacies. Chance for guests to try out Ugandan street food (carry local currency)
Memorial built to commemorate Ugandans who died supporting the British war effort in both World War 1 and World War 2. Hear the important general facts and a few individual stories of the Ugandans who fought in the wars
The Rippon falls site and bridge that marked the first link between Jinja and Central Uganda
Finish at entrance of the source of the Nile
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(7)
Onesmus was knowledgeable about Jinja and able to give me lots of information. Having a boda boda ride was an experience too. The best part of the tour was being able to see the source of the River Nile which was an additional fee for the boat. I enjoyed my 3 hours on the tour.
During a really nice walk through all the city’s neighborhoods, our guide showed us the versatility of Jinja. He was very well able to tune the tour to our wishes and made us feel safe. He showed us the best place for a really good coffee (@the Source!) and told us a lot about the colorful history of this town. We ended with an amazing local lunch where he joined us. We would definitely recommend this tour!
During the very interesting walking tour, you will also get a lot of information about the culture and the history of Uganda!
My guide, Onesmus, took me on a nice tour through the historical street in Jinja. Then, we visited the market and I tried some local foods (the famous Ensenenne). The guide adapted the tour to me, so it was interessant. Finally, we arrived at the Nile source. A focus point in this area could be improved : since we are in a walking tour, we do not another guide in the Nile source. At the end, we drank together in a bar very close to the Nile with a beautiful view on the Nile. Thank you ! Louis
Our guide Onesmus took us on a pleasant walking tour of Jinja. It was interesting to see the Indian influence in the local architecture, names, and cuisine. The tour is interesting overall, though there are long stretches of walking in between points of interest. It was especially interesting to see the Nile river.
Lots of history in Jinja, nicely explained by the guide. The guide took us through the vendors' marketplaces, and that was quite interesting. We were not used to such crammed little marketplaces, with everything for sale that one can imagine. After the town visit, we went to do kayaking. It was so much fun!! There are so many more other activities in Jinja that I didn't know about... Definitely needs a return, to do some serious rafting, which I understand there are category 5 options... Great tour overall.
Onesmus showed us around Jinja and gave us an interesting history about the place. Arthur, his manager was extremely diligent in his communications and made planning so smooth. Would highly recommend joining this tour if you're in Jinja!
