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EASTERN UGANDA

JINJA
Jinja is one of Uganda’s largest towns, and is found 80km east of Kampala. The town’s major attraction lies in the fact that the source of the Nile is located there and views of the river can be seen from several places in the town. Other attractions of Jinja include; Bujagali falls and Lake Victoria.

Mabira Forest
It’s the biggest natural forest reserve in Uganda and is located in Mukono District 54km from the city center of Kampala along the Kampala - Jinja highway. It covers an area of more than 300 square kilometers and is located along Kampala –Jinja road. It has about 312 tree species including the strangler fig tree, and a variety of primates among which are the red-tailed monkey, grey-cheeked mangabey, blue duiker monkeys, and white Colobus. Mabira Forest is home to 315 bird species some of which are the African Grey Parrot, Cassin Hawk Eagle, Tit Hylia, and so many more.

Activities in Mabira Forest;

Nature walks
Bird watching
Animal viewing
Camping sites

Accommodation:

The Rain Forest Lodge Mabira

Source of the Nile
River Nile is believed to be the longest river in the world. It has two major tributaries including the White Nile and Blue Nile. The river flows through Uganda, which is believed to be its source, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, Sudan Ethiopia, and Egypt. British Explorer Sir John Hannington Speke discovered the fascinating source in 1859 on Lake Victoria, which he named after the Queen of England. Explorer Henry Morton Stanley confirmed his discovery after much debate and since then the River Nile and its source have become a major tourist attraction.

Activities at the Nile;

Viewing of the Source
Boat rides
Picnicking
Art and craft shop (cultural shop)

Entertainments by local traditional dancers from the area.

WATER FALLS

Sezibwa falls
Located in Mukono on Jinja road, the thunderous falls burst into huge waves of dark brown water, dropping into a small lake below. The falls got their name from the locals who believed that the rock was trying to block the river but because of its might it found a way of bursting through giving it the name ‘Sezibwa’ meaning cannot be closed out or blocked. It is a cultural & spiritual place for the Ganda culture where two of its Kings, Mwanga II and Muteesa II gave respect to the falls and planted trees there. . Locals go there seeking for blessings like love, children, success in business while others go to thank for what it has given them with sacrifices.

Bujagali Falls
The Falls were named after the spirit called Bujagali believed to sit on a backcloth on the falls. There is a belief that the spirits protects the falls and they are the ones that regulate the flow of water on the falls. Its 9 Km from Jinja town to the falls and the falls are about 10 Km down river Nile. It’s believed to be the busiest tourist site in the country. There are rapids with names like; Hair of the dog, Kula shaker, Nile special, Malalu and the last one Weleba. Various activities are carried out on the falls like white water rafting, Bungee jumping, Cruises, all terrain adventures like biking trips around the banks of the river.

Activities at Bujagali;

Water falls viewing
White water rafting
Bungee jumping
Boat cruises
All terrain adventures

CULTURAL INTEREST SITES

Jinja has got various historical sites. Its cultural kingdom is called Busoga and thus dominated by Basoga tribe. Some of the historical sites include, Bujagali falls where the Busoga spirits reside, the royal palace at Igenge, Mpumudde hill where Bunyoro’s Omukama Kabalega died. Some of the notable cultural attractions include;

Accommodation in Jinja;

The Haven Lodge Uganda
Jinja Nile Resort
2 Friends Guest House Jinja
Gately Inn Entebbe
Hotel Triangle Jinja

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