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White-Water Rafting on the Nile
Adventure

White-Water Rafting on the Nile

Jinja

Duration

Half to full day

Location

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How demanding is this?

Challenging

A full day on the Victoria Nile. You will very likely be thrown out of the raft on at least one rapid, and that is a normal part of the trip rather than a mishap.

Worth knowing before you book

  • •You must be comfortable being underwater unexpectedly and being pulled back into a raft.
  • •Operators set their own minimum age and weight limits. Confirm before booking.
  • •Not suitable during pregnancy, or with recent surgery, back or shoulder injuries.
  • •Swimming ability is expected, though a helmet and lifejacket are worn throughout.

What helps

  • Nothing you would mind losing to the river.
  • A calmer float section is usually available if you would prefer it.

If any of this is a concern, tell us. We can usually adjust the trip, and we would much rather do that than have you find out on the day.

Where this happens

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Eastern Uganda

About This Experience

Raft the Nile's rapids near its source, one of the best stretches of white water in the world.

How it fits a trip

Standalone adventure day, or a high-energy end to a safari

Best For

Adventure travellersGroupsSolo travellers

Travelling responsibly

Wildlife and cultural experiences work best when they're on the destination's terms. We follow the guidance of the managing authority and the communities involved, group sizes, distances, timings and photography rules exist for good reasons.

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