Jinja
Uganda
- Safety rating
- 6/10
- Best time to visit
- The drier months from December to February and June to August are best for river activities.
- Population
- 0.1M
Overview
Perched where the Nile flows out of Lake Victoria, Jinja is East Africa's adventure capital, famed for white-water rafting, kayaking and bungee jumping. Its colonial-era streets and riverside cafés give it a laid-back, traveler-friendly buzz.
Top attractions
Raft the Nile rapids, visit the Source of the Nile monument, and explore the colonial-era main street and riverside.
Getting around
Boda-bodas, tuk-tuks and matatus serve the town, and the compact center is walkable.