Uganda is a centrally located nation right in the middle of central and eastern Africa, bordering both central African forests and the tropical savanna of east Africa. It is a country of abundant nature, pleasant sceneries, shimmering water bodies and amazing adventure.
Uganda’s diverse nature presents a very outstanding diversity of flora, fauna and numerous bird species that not only harbour Uganda’s protected areas but also wildlife sanctuaries, wetlands, forests, lakes and rivers and other natural ecosystems.
The country is home to various leisure parks, wildlife and conservation areas, beautiful towns / citizens and scenic valleys that constitute to a one vast destination that is known to be the “pearl of Africa” Uganda has stood out as an interesting destination for adventure in East Africa, Africa and the entire world. The country is blessed with various places of interest and outdoor activities which include:
Jinja – the adventure capital of East Africa:
Considered to be the “adventure capital of East Africa”, Jinja has nothing less than super adventure. All ranging from water activities, hiking, biking / cycling, nature walks, community walks, among others, Jinja comes out as a one stop centre for all your adventure options.
During your Uganda safari, travel to Jinja and explore the point where the mighty Nile (world’s longest river) starts its maiden journey traversing 6 African countries before pouring its waters into the Mediterranean Sea in the horn of Africa.
Adventure activities at Jinja:
White water rafting
The rapids of the Nile are best places for indulging into white water rafting in Africa, perfect for adrenaline junkies and learners. Experience a full and half day of heart pounding thrills as you charge through grade 3-5 rapids, admire the breathtaking scenery with some wildlife and scattered farmlands and communities.
Bungee Jumping
Fall freely from a tall structure at Bujagali and touch the waters of Nile and bounce off the water to really experience a thrilling adventure that will get your adrenaline pumping.
Jet Boating – another thrilling adventure that allows to explore the Nile River using a high speed jet boat. Enjoy 360 degree rotations and feel the cold splash of water all over your body as you ride through rapids under careful guidance of professional boat captains.
Climb the Rwenzori Mountains
Uganda’s Rwenzori Mountains located in the south western corner shared with congo is an adventure world of its own. Labelled the mountains of the moon, the towering Rwenzori Mountain raises to height of 5,109m above sea level and presents some of the rarest adventure encounters in Africa and beyond.
The remote Rwenzori Mountains, on the border between Uganda and D.R.Congo presents treks through stunning landscapes and varied montane vegetation and the views of Africa’s third-highest summit, which is one of the less explored peaks.
Hiking the Rwenzori ranges to its highest peak, Margherita takes between 6-7 days and takes climbers through stunning nature and biodiverse mountain ecosystem. Margherita Peak which is notably Africa’s third highest peak offers its real beauty in the climb up through Kilembe route, the valleys, forests and flora is diverse with trees and variety of ferns. The trees are populated with numerous bird species and primates and as you walk up the trails there are endless chances of viewing chimp nests in the tall trees. Lucky climbers may catch a glimpse of the resident chimpanzee as they scamper away.
Climbing to the Margherita Peak
This is more of a hard scramble than a climb except for a few difficult moves across mountain terrain and during snow periods it becomes more difficult to navigate, however the rewards and exaltation of conquering the top is worth the efforts with clear views across Albert Peak to the DRC (Congo) then east across the spectra of the Rwenzori massif.
