Source of The Nile Travel Guide: Top Sights in Uganda, Tours & Travel

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Source of The Nile- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; Uganda; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 3 hours

The Nile, the world's longest river, originates from Lake Victoria near Jinja, Uganda, and stretches over 6,500 km to the Mediterranean Sea. It flows through multiple countries, including Sudan and Egypt, shaping civilizations along its course. The river splits into the White and Blue Nile, merging in Khartoum. In Uganda, the Nile's source is a hub for adventure, offering white-water rafting, kayaking, and boat cruises. Further downstream, Murchison Falls showcases the river's power as it forces through a narrow gorge. Beyond its natural beauty, the Nile supports agriculture, hydroelectric power, and diverse ecosystems, playing a crucial role in the region's economy and environment.

Operators offering tours in Uganda

Attractions in Jinja

Nile Reptile Park

4.6

Uganda Railway Museum

4.8

Speke Memorial Monument

3.6

Jinja Farmers Market

Itanda Falls

4.2

Busowoko Falls

Reviews of Source of The Nile

Lee Wilson

3
Reviewed: 2025-02-18

A nice boat ride along the river before making our way to the shop atop a rock! I’d advise foreigners to exercise caution when getting a boat from the jetty which ends in a mooring area with some structures at the bottom. See pics. They attempted to scam us.
Christine Rita kawira

5
Reviewed: 2025-01-22

It was an amazing experience boat riding and bird watching was breathtaking , the place is calm , beautiful we got to see the source and got amazed by God’s wonders that surpasses human understanding. The tour guides came in handy for us and explained everything for us ❤️
Eric Peterson

5
Reviewed: 2025-01-14

It was cool. Kind of a money grab but hey. When are you going to get a chance to do this. After paying the entrance fee of 30k per person we paid another 450k total For a boat ride which was nice.
Murungi Igweta

5
Reviewed: 2024-10-16

Wonderful experience seeing the great wonders of God's creation. His handiwork speak of his infinite wisdom. The difference between the lake (Victoria) and the river (Nile) is clear. whike the lake is calm, the river flows very first and then you have the amazing boiling springs.
Issa Moiti

5
Reviewed: 2024-10-10

Environment is cool, greenery is inviting, beautiful scenery for anyone visiting. You get to experience the interception of the Lake Victoria and River Nile in the same place. It's really an amazing experience. The boat ride is how you get to the source of the Nile but to cut the cost I suggest you pull funds with tourists already in the place you plan accordingly and come in numbers.