Half-Day Jinja Walking Tour: Source of Nile & Boat Ride Options
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About the Activity
Discover Jinja, the land of the Source of the Nile. Meet up with our friendly local guides and fellow travellers for this shared experience. Together, explore the lively streets, monuments, secret venues and markets of Uganda's most scenic town. Feel free to tip the guide at the end3 hours to 4 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fees
Option including a visit to the source of the Nile, excludes other activities at the source e.g boat
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Locations in the itinerary
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Meet-up point, introductions, tour briefing and Jinja town background15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Place of historical and artistic significance to Jinja town. Also an opportunity to learn about the cafe's conservation effort. This is also our first refreshment/ toilet stop15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Building of historical significance in Jinja and a great place to explore the migration of indians into the British colonies of East Africa, including Uganda. Also analyse the impact of Jinja's asian community on the economy and politics of the town and the country20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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History of one of the original colonial structures built in Jinja town. Significance of the police station in Jinja's history and current affairs10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Local crafts artisans and paint shops village. Meet the vendors who make their living here and a chance for guests to talk to the vendors and ask them about their trade and life in the town. Also a chance to pick up a souvenir20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Main fresh produce market of the town. Opportunity to see the hustle and bustle of Jinja's busiest spot. Guests may try fresh in-season fruit (carry local currency)30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Great street food vendor making freshly delicious street delicacies. Chance for guests to try out Ugandan street food (carry local currency)20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Memorial built to commemorate Ugandans who died supporting the British war effort in both World War 1 and World War 2. Hear the important general facts and a few individual stories of the Ugandans who fought in the wars20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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At the main street entrance of the Jinja Main Post office. Our guide will be wearing a t-shirt with immersionug Free Walking Tours tee shirt and/ or umbrella. They will also be wearing a big smileView Location
End point
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Guests have an option to visit the Source of the Nile. Price for this option includes admission fees for the guest and guide but excludes any activities at the source e.g. boat ride, reptile park visit etc.View Location
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Old railway bridge with footpath at the site of the now submerged rippon fallsView Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Africa/Kampala time to receive 100% refund.
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