Bungee jumping is the ultimate adrenaline experience you will enjoy and much more at the longest river, the Nile. In this activity, you are tied two feet with a strong bungee cord and released to fall freely over a 44m cliff. You can chose to do a short fall where you float freely in the air like a bird or long fall where you get to touch the water of the River Nile at the bottom. The main thrill comes from falling freely then rebounding softly over and over before finally touching the waters. It is one of the scariest things but also most adventurous activity one can do in their lifetime.
HOW BUNGEE JUMPING IS ORGANISED
Bungee jumping starts with registering participants, payments and signing waiver forms. The waiver form ensures full ownership to any mishap and confirms consent of the participant. After the registration, participants are called out one at time for briefing while the others wait for their turn or cheer on from a balcony. Before jumping, the individual is dressed up in the right jumping gear. Both legs are tied with a single rope to allow the participant fall freely letting the bungee them smoothly as they touch the Nile. First timers and those afraid of heights are advised not to look down before the jump as it may be too intimidating. After taking the jump, guides with safety boats are waiting for you at the bottom and will untie the knot and take you to rest. The feel is exciting and leaves many with the desire to go back for another round.
WHERE TO STAY
Jinja city has become a tourist hub in Uganda over the years and has been dotted in luxurious and budget friendly accommodation facilities to suit each travellers taste. You can choose from camping sites to high end luxury hotels which are situated close to the River Nile. Some of the accommodations include; Wild waters Lodge, Jinja Nile Resort and Nile village hotel and spa.
WHEN TO VISIT
Being on the upstream, the river is less affected by seasonal rains and rafting can be done all year round. The dry months of June to September and December to February are the peak seasons and they see a lot of tourist populations but if you are not too fussed about rain, the other months are good to go as they come with some discounts on accommodations. It is not advisable to do a bungee jump while it is raining.
HOW TO GET THERE
Jinja city is located 98kms from Kampala city and can be accessed in a 2-3hour drive using the Jinja express highway. On arrival, you can check into the lodge and contact your safari company for better guidance.
