Source of the Nile Jinja
The Nile, Africa’s longest river, originates in Jinja, a city in eastern Uganda. After traveling 6,650 km from Jinja along Lake Victoria, the river empties its water into the Mediterranean Sea. Rafting and tubing enthusiasts enjoy the river Nile’s many tourist attractions along the way, including rapid falls and picturesque reflections. On a Uganda tour to Jinja city at the Nile, one of the main activities is to explore the river’s source.
The Itanda Falls
In addition to the massive Murchison Falls, Itanda Falls is the closest and greatest example of one of the tremendous waterfalls. Itanda Falls is one of the unique and intriguing things to see and do when visiting Jinja.
Itanda Falls is a pristine place since few visitors go there, fewer people have heard of it, and only a small number of tour companies include it in their itineraries. It’s located around 27 kilometers from Jinja, and the trip there takes 45 minutes. But once you arrive, the strength and beauty of these falls will blow you away, and you’ll not only want to return but also tell others about it. It is advisable to use caution when visiting the Itanda Falls due to their power and beauty as well as their danger.
You can visualize what it would look like if the Nile river waters were blasted to their full potential thanks to these majestic falls. Standing close, but really not that close to the edge, you can listen to the sound of the flowing river from a few kilometers away as the waters surge by you with a strong force. The falls are magnificent and strong, so kayakers and rafters must use caution when navigating the rapids.
Sipi Falls
The Sipi River, which flows from the top slopes of Mount Elgon into the Kyoga Basin, creates a sequence of three breathtaking waterfalls known as Sipi Falls. As one of the top sites for hiking excursions in Uganda, they are a famous feature of the country’s eastern area. The river strikes several rocks and high cliffs, resulting in Sipi falls and a sequence of rapids.
The Sipi Falls location serves as the beginning point for many hiking expeditions in Mount Elgon. It is located in the Kapchorwa district, on the mountain’s northwest flank, at an elevation of 1,775 meters, near the border between Uganda and Kenya. Additionally, they offer a fantastic rest stop to break up the long journey to the Kidepo Valley National Park, one of the most popular Uganda safari destinations, which is located farther out in the remote northeastern region of the country.