Jinja is situated in the Busoga sub-region of Eastern Uganda close to the source of the River Nile. It is east of Kampala and along the northern shores of Lake Victoria. It is a major tourist, and industrial center and its economy is one of the largest in the country. Jinja has the world’s longest river that is River Nile, forming a 6670km journey from Lake Victoria to the Mediterranean Sea. A drive to Jinja passes through one of Uganda’s natural forests- Mabira, Ssezibwa Falls a Buganda heritage site, sugar and tea plantations of Kakira and Lugazi. Popular activities that can be done in Jinja include both land and water sport like white water rafting, boat rides, horse riding, and bungee jumping, walking tours among others.
Getting there– The nile side town is approximately 81km from Kampala city which is around 2 hours using the Kampala- Jinja road.
Accommodation – Bilkon Hotel, Jinja Nile Resort hotel, Gately on the Nile, Nile Eden Resort, Wild waters lodge, Nile river camp, Sunset hotel, Brisk hotel Triangle
Planning to visit Jinja for an adventure safari, business meeting or special event and require a rental car for for your self drive trip – Simply get in touch with us through info@ugandacarrentalservices.com or call us now on +25600135510/ +256414699459 and speak with the reservations team.
