1-Day Excursion to Jinja: Discover Sezibwa, Mabira & the Nile Source

Tour Overview

Short on time? This 1-day escape from Kampala offers a perfect mix of culture, nature, and adventure. Discover the spiritual legends of Sezibwa Falls, hike through the lush Mabira Forest, and cruise along the Source of the Nile in Jinja—Africa’s adventure capital.

Tour Highlights

✔️ Cultural tour of Sezibwa Falls, a Buganda heritage site
✔️ Guided hike through Mabira Forest, home to rare monkeys and birds
✔️ Relaxing boat ride at the Source of the Nile in Jinja
✔️ Optional adrenaline adventures like rafting and bungee jumping

Detailed Itinerary

🚐 6:30 AM – Pick-up from Kampala or Entebbe

Start early to avoid traffic and enjoy views of tea plantations, local markets, and roadside culture as you head east.

🛶 Stop 1: Sezibwa Falls Tour (~45 minutes)

Explore this cultural and spiritual site of the Buganda Kingdom, with beautiful waterfalls and rich birdlife.
Includes:

• Guided nature walk

• Cultural legends and history

• Photography opportunities

🌿 Stop 2: Mabira Forest Hike (~1.5–2 hours)

Enjoy a guided hike in Uganda’s largest tropical rainforest.
Spot and learn about:

• Medicinal plants and herbs

• Rare monkeys like the Uganda Mangabey

• Birds, butterflies, and forest ecosystems

• Local conservation efforts

🍽️ Lunch in Jinja

Enjoy a delicious meal at a lakeside restaurant with views of the Nile.

🌊 Stop 3: Boat Ride at the Source of the Nile (~1–2 hours)

Take a scenic boat ride where the Nile River begins its journey north.
Highlights include:

• Views of submerged Ripon Falls

• Birdwatching and photography

• History of explorers like Speke

Optional Add-ons (Time & Booking Permitting)

✔️ White-water rafting
✔️ Kayaking or jet boating
✔️ Bungee jumping
✔️ Quad biking or horseback riding

🌆 Evening: Return to Kampala or Entebbe

Depart Jinja and arrive back at your hotel or the airport with unforgettable memories of Uganda’s beauty and charm.