Half-Day Jinja Walking Tour: Source of Nile & Boat Ride Options

4.3
(7 reviews)

3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

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

What's Included

Guide fees
Option including a visit to the source of the Nile, excludes other activities at the source e.g boat

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At the main street entrance of the Jinja Main Post office. Our guide will be wearing a t-shirt with immersionug Free Walking Tours tee shirt and/ or umbrella. They will also be wearing a big smile

End point
This activity ends in a different location. You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Meet-up point, introductions, tour briefing and Jinja town background

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    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

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    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

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    History of one of the original colonial structures built in Jinja town. Significance of the police station in Jinja's history and current affairs

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    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

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    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)

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Great street food vendor making freshly delicious street delicacies. Chance for guests to try out Ugandan street food (carry local currency)

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    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

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    The Rippon falls site and bridge that marked the first link between Jinja and Central Uganda

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10

    Finish at entrance of the source of the Nile

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by ImmersionUG

Tags

Half-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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