Kayaking is one of the major adventures in East Africa particularly Uganda. This experience is normally done in Jinja the adventure capital of East Africa. This experience is carried out on the river Nile, the world’s longest river starting its journey in Uganda and through Sudan and Egypt as it finds its way to the Mediterranean Sea.
For water lovers, this is the time to enjoy the exhilarating adventure as you peddle through the waters while watching over the wildlife such as birds, the stunning scenery of river Rapids, to rolling hills. The boats can be of single or double occupancy depending on your choice, very comfortable and hence easy to navigate.
The kayaking company provides boats with equipped waterproof bags to keep your phones, camera, keys and other valuable items free from water. The safety team is well equipt with safety materials like a first aid kit and a map of the Lake or river to be able to navigate the best restaurant for a lunch break.
Navigating the white waters, adventurers who are seeking for adrenaline rush, uh Ganda white water kayaking is unparalleled. The river Nile is featured with Rapids and challenging currents, presenting exhilarating grounds for kayak seekers. Kayakers can conquer Rapids like the bad place, testing their skills against natural forces as they are surrounded by awesome landscapes.
Encounter wildlife while kayaking such as birds like Little Egrets, Cattle Egrets, Black-crowned Night Herons, Squacco Herons, Purple Heron, Little Green Heron, pied kingfisher and many more others. The unique blend of adventure and wildlife on kayaking creates an unforgettable experience connecting kayakers with the biodiversity of Uganda.
Cultural immersion is one of the enriching aspects of Kayaking in Uganda as you connect with the neighbouring communities along the banks to explore the Cultures and lifestyles of the locals. As you Pendle, meet fishermen and women casting their nets, children saying while others farming on the banks. If you are lucky enough, meet some group of locals performing cultural music and dances.
We normally combine Kayaking tours with wildlife and culture so that you can beat two birds with one stone as a local proved says. This means that you can have a kayaking adventure in Jinja head to Nyero rock painting and finalise with a game drive in the Pian upe game reserve or Kidepo Valley National Park.
Tourists who love adventurous activities can opt to take Kayaking, bungee jumping and white water rafting in the Nile River. This can be a 3-Day adventure tour in Jinja-Uganda. Apart from kayaking the Nile, tourists can opt to kayak other water bodies like Lake Victoria and Lake Bunyonyi.
When to Kayak in Uganda
Kayaking can be done through the year but it’s better to take part in the experience during the dry season of December to February and June to September. This is when the water levels have reduced but expect strong winds and expected rains since Uganda weather can not be predicted. During the rainy season in the months of March to May and August to November, the water levels increase but also it shines all day. Also, this period involves muddy roads, hinders by the rains and more.
What to pack for your kayaking adventure
Are you ready to Kayak in Uganda? Therefore, pack these items such as sung glasses to protect you from sun rays, a hat to protect you from direct sun, a good camera to capture and record great memories, Binoculars to magnify distant attractions, a rain jacket, any clothes you don’t mind getting wet and drinking water to keep you hydrated.
Therefore, contact us today and we begin planning for your kayaking safari at the water body where it is carried out. We turn worries into memories on your Uganda safari.
