Highlight of our trip. A reason to include Uganda in your itinerary. Rafting is so much fun and felt so safe. Stable rapids due to a dam. The start was right next to our lodge. Everyone in the group could choose their own level. Juma, our guide gave us all so much confidence. Always checking our gear and looking us in the eye for the next rapid. Explaining how to use the help of the kajaks around us. Our driver was in the boat without swimming experience, it was scary for him, but we thought him to float on calm parts of the river and after that day he wanted to take swimming lessons and even wished he had tried a rapid 5. We were all impressed that while Juma got flung out of the boat with a backflip, he flung himself back in before we could notice. He seems made for this river. Food and drinks, extra sunscreen, on the water and on the way back were really well taken care of. Nice pictures taken by the crew.
Full Day Whitewater Rafting





At a glance
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Price from
- $180 / person
- Location
- Kampala, Uganda
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 373 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 56
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Nalubale Rafting
Description
Our one day whitewater trip is incredible value for money, offering you return transport from Kampala, one-night accommodation either at the tea-house or the Nile River Camp, breakfast, lunch, plenty of beers and snacks after the trip and free photos. We're almost forgetting the 3-4 hours of incredible whitewater and a 19km journey down the mighty white Nile with the best crew in the business!! NEW! Since 2019 we also offer riverboarding on every trip! You can choose grade 3 or grade 5 (minimum ages 14yrs / 16yrs) and we will always try our best to be as flexible to your needs as possible. Trips run everyday with minimum client number of 2 from Jinja or 4 from Kampala.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 6:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 17–75)
- $180
- Child (ages 14–16)
- $180
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up inclusive if you are staying in Kampala.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
How it compares in Kampala
- The most-reviewed of 765 tours in Kampala
- Starting price $180 is 28% below the typical $250 for tours of similar length in Kampala
Excurgo comparison of 765 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Full Day Whitewater Rafting take?
Full Day Whitewater Rafting lasts about 7 hours.
How much does Full Day Whitewater Rafting cost?
Prices start at $180 per person for this Kampala experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Full Day Whitewater Rafting run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:00 AM.
How much does Full Day Whitewater Rafting cost for children?
Children aged 14–16 pay from $180, adults from $180.
Can I cancel Full Day Whitewater Rafting for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up inclusive if you are staying in Kampala. Pickup points include Humura Resorts, Kasalina Gardens Serviced Apartments.
What languages is Full Day Whitewater Rafting offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 56 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Full Day Whitewater Rafting worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 373 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Nalubale Rafting.
Reviews(373)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
Nalubale Rafting never disappoints. Professional team , loads of fun , and beautiful Nile . Not only the rafting but the whole day on the Nile is a memorable experience. A must do visiting jinja
I cannot put into words how grateful we are for the Nalubale team for giving us the most incredible day of rafting! We felt so safe and had full trust in our guide. The supporting safety team were amazing and even on the scarier rapids, we knew that we were in good hands if we ended up in the water. Our guide made the day super special, allowing us to float for ages on the flat water, entertaining us with great stories and making us laugh non stop. It felt like our guides went out of their way to make us have the best day possible. We got some delicious fruit on the raft and ended the day with a yummy burger and cold beer. We got our photos sent to us that same night and they are fantastic! We loved every second and didn't want it to end. We will definitely be back to raft with Nalubale. Thank you thank you thank you!
We had a fantastic day on the Nile. What an experience; spectacular rapids were interspersed with stretches of swimming, beautiful waterfalls and impressive scenery. Safety was paramount, very good guides, everything was checked every time. Good snacks and lunch, in short a must!
Nalubale Rafting provided a tremendous and professional trip. As a former rafting guide I rate these guys very highly. Great equipment, wonderful communications and briefing, very friendly and professional guides and a tightly organised safe trip complete with on river refreshments. Complimentary to the trip are high quality photographs capturing memories of all the rafting action and the surrounding natural environment and activities. This company was one of the first to pioneer this whitewater experience. I highly recommend Nalubale Rafting.
Nice, beautiful, quick, and safe!!
Professional, experienced tight nit group that puts your safety first. Nalubale Rafting I highly recommend for an experience of a lifetime with much joy and excitement.
Had a great experience. The whole team is very professional, great service, the river is so beautiful. 100% recommend!
Extremely professional team but very personable. Seemed like real, genuine people. The training was thorough but our guide made it fun. They do an excellent job tailoring the experience to people’s preferences (i.e. crazy vs. hard). I was a bit worried because I’m not super strong and had also just had knee surgery but it was fine (the guide at the back was probably doing most of the rowing). We were exhausted so did not partake in the revelry on the bus ride back, but the hosts made it really fun with plenty of beers for the more energetic folks. I’m really glad I didn’t die, lose my glasses, or get eaten by a crocodile. Would highly recommend. (That last bit was a joke, there were no crocodiles).
Amazing experience. I have done rafting in several countries and this is far the best one I’ve had. The team is very professional and friendly, we had so much fun, and the snack and lunch were delicious. 100% recommended.
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