Jinja - Adventure Capital of Uganda

The Absolute Safari - August 3 - 6 2023

After ten amazing days in Kenya, it was time to cross the border into Uganda and our first stop Jinja. Jinja is located on the north shore of Lake Victoria near the source of the White Nile. Our home for the next few nights was Nile River Adventures campsite located right on the Nile. For a few extra dollars I upgraded from tent camping to a dorm room. A real bed at last. It had been a long travel day, so it was nice to relax at the bar, watch the sun set and play card games.

Waking up bright and early the next day for our water adventure, white water rafting or tandem kayaking. With a sore back white-water rafting was out. So decided on kayaking. It was a short steep trek into the river. Before we could go, we practiced the barrel roll and what to do if we capsize. Guess all that learning went out the door once I ended up in the river. The water was calm when we started. Before long we could hear the roar of the class five rapids. What was I thinking as the speed of the river increased. Before I knew it the rapids were upon us. What an adrenaline rush. Then my guide asked did I want to go surfing. With a confused look, he kayaked backwards building up the waves. But alas I failed to hear his instructions and underwater I went. For a few short seconds I tried to undo the kayak skirt until I was assisted by my guide Peter. Still smiling.