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About Jinja Source of the Nile Day Trip

Discover the beauty of Jinja on a day trip from Kampala. Visit the Ssezibwa Waterfalls, explore the , and take a boat ride on Lake Victoria. Start your day with a pick-up from your hotel in Kampala and head to Jinja. Stop at the Namawojoro public roadside market to taste some of Uganda€™s local snacks like Rolex, plantains, chicken and beef sticks.

Next, visit the Ssezibwa Waterfalls for a brief hike to the top of the falls. Spend some time in the natural environment, walking among the trees and listening to the birds. Continue to a tea and sugarcane plantation, the main cash crop in the region. Take some pictures of the landscape and plantations before driving through the .

Arrive in Jinja and walk on the New Nile Bridge. Drive down to the shores of Lake Victoria and take a 1-hour boat ride on the lake. Connect to the source of the Nile and ride on the Nile River. Enjoy a buffet lunch before driving through Jinja city markets to explore more of the city€™s historical buildings and attractions. Finally, depart back to Kampala.

  • Duration Full Day (6-8 hours)
  • Refreshments Bottled water (lunch in Jinja own expense)
  • Tour Style Nile & Culture Day Trip
  • Group Size Max 10
  • Language English (Women Guides)
  • Instant Confirmation Yes
  • Age Range All ages (family-friendly)
  • Availability Year-round (daily)
  • Category Nile & Culture / River Experience

Explore Locations

Source of the Nile
(Boat Cruise)
Speke Monument
(Monument Jinja)
Jinja Town Walk
(Town Exploration)
Sezzibwa Falls
(Ssezibwa Rapids)
Nile River Viewpoint
(Scenic Views)

Highlights of the Tour

  • Experience the beauty of the Ssezibwa Waterfalls on a guided hike
  • Take a boat ride on Lake Victoria and the Nile River
  • Explore the Jinja city markets and historical buildings
  • Enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant
  • Visit a tea and sugarcane plantation and take pictures of the landscape

Additional Information

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps

Tour Itinerary

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  • Kampala to Jinja ( Departure: 7:00 am - 8:00 am )
    Pickup is available from hotels and residences within Kampala. Please be ready 15 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Our guide/driver will contact you in advance to confirm exact timing. If you're staying outside the pickup area (Kampala), we can arrange pickup and drop-off at extra cost. We can also pick you from any point or Hotel you are. Thank you.

    Pickup locations:
    The 2nd stopover will be at the green landscape in Lugazi where our clients are able to have a clear view of sugar and Tea plantations in this area. You are able to move out of the car and take some beautiful pictures! 10 minutes €¢ Admission Ticket Free Mabira You will take on a nature walk in Mabira forest which is the Uganda's largest tropical rain forest strategically located of the highway to Jinja. Therefore our clients are guaranteed an opportunity to stop here for a nature walk to see different bird species and tree species 45 minutes €¢ Admission Ticket Free
    • Transport:
      Drive from Kampala to Ssezibwa.
    • Activities:
      Guided Ssezibwa Falls walk.
    • Meals:
      .
    • Accomodation:
      Not included (day tour)
      No accommodation included


    The 2nd stopover will be at the green landscape in Lugazi where our clients are able to have a clear view of sugar and Tea plantations in this area. You are able to move out of the car and take some beautiful pictures! 10 minutes €¢ Admission Ticket Free
    • Transport:
      Roadside stop in Lugazi en route to Jinja.
    • Activities:
      Plantation views and photo stop.
    • Meals:
      .
    • Accomodation:
      Not included (day tour)
      No accommodation included
    You will take on a nature walk in Mabira forest which is the Uganda's largest tropical rain forest strategically located of the highway to Jinja. Therefore our clients are guaranteed an opportunity to stop here for a nature walk to see different bird species and tree species 45 minutes €¢ Admission Ticket Free
    • Transport:
      Drive to Mabira Forest trailhead.
    • Activities:
      Nature walk, birdwatching, and tree species spotting.
    • Meals:
      Bottled water
    • Accomodation:
      Not included (day tour)
      No accommodation included
    Arrival to the tourism City Jinja, here we start with taking some pictures and selfies at the new Source l'd the Nile Bridge and River Nile. Then later driven to KingFisher Resort where we take our boat ride to the source of the Nile River 30 minutes €¢ Admission Ticket Free Jinja We conclude with a Jinja city drive to the craft market and lunch at a local restaurant 2 hours €¢ Admission Ticket Free Source of the Nile - Speke Monument Arrival to KingFisher Resort, and here we take a boat ride to the sourc ... Read more 1 hour €¢ Admission Ticket Included
    • Transport:
      Drive into Jinja city and riverfront.
    • Activities:
      Bridge photo stop, River Nile viewpoints, and craft market visit.
    • Meals:
      Lunch at a local restaurant (own expense).
    • Accomodation:
      Not included (day tour)
      No accommodation included
    Speke Monument Arrival to KingFisher Resort, and here we take a boat ride to the source of the Nile River. While in the boat expect to see a variety of bird species and reptiles, also you can see "JohnSpeke" monument where he said to have stood while discovering the source of this world's longest River. Later the boat continues to Mahat Magandi monument connecting to the other side of the river. 1 hour €¢ Admission Ticket Included
    • Transport:
      Boat ride from KingFisher Resort.
    • Activities:
      Source of the Nile cruise, Speke Monument, and Gandhi Memorial.
    • Meals:
      Bottled water.
    • Accomodation:
      Not included (day tour)
      No accommodation included
    Drop-off is at the same hotel or residence used for pickup in Kampala.

Package Destination Map

Package Features List

Include Features
  • 1hr boat ride on Lake Victoria and the Nile River
  • You will be offered certificate of authenticity and be part of the records of those who have visited the source of the Nile River
  • Lunch (buffet style)
  • Transportation by car
  • Visit to Namawojoro public roadside market
  • Hike to Ssezibwa Waterfalls
  • Nature walk through the bamboo forest
  • Visit to tea & sugarcane plantations
  • Drive through
  • Walk on the new Nile bridge
  • Tour of Jinja city markets
Exclude Features
  • Personal purchases at gift shop
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Additional Info

  • Free Cancellation Cancel up to 48 hours before the tour for a full refund.
  • What to Bring Camera, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, hat, and extra cash for lunch or souvenirs.

Frequently Asked & Question

The cruise takes you to the exact source of the Nile and includes a Gandhi Memorial stop, river viewpoints, and guided commentary.
Yes. The day trip includes mostly light walking and short boat cruise steps. Let us know in advance if you need accessibility support.
This is a day tour from Kampala, so no accommodation is included. We return to Kampala in the late afternoon and can recommend hotels in Kampala or Jinja on request.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the tour for a full refund. Late cancellations or no-shows are non-refundable.
Lunch is included at a local restaurant in Jinja town.

Customer Review & Rating

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4.8 based on 214 reviews

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  • Sarah M.,
    12 April, 2026

    Amazing day in Jinja! Our guide was so knowledgeable about the Nile history, and the Source of the Nile cruise was unforgettable. Highly recommend for families!

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    • James K.,
      28 March, 2026

      Great day trip from Kampala. The shoebill stork was a highlight! Very educational for kids. The drive was comfortable and our guide was fantastic.

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