5-Days Private White Water Rafting and Trekking in Mgahinga Park

5-Days Private White Water Rafting and Trekking in Mgahinga Park

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Tour Overview

Embark on an exhilarating 5-day private adventure through Uganda, combining the thrill of white water rafting in Jinja with the awe-inspiring experience of trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Begin your journey in Kampala, traveling in comfort with an air-conditioned vehicle and WiFi, stopping at scenic spots like Sezibwa Falls and Mabira Forest. In Jinja, conquer the rapids of the Nile, and enjoy activities like bungee jumping and quad biking. Then, venture to Kisoro, where the majestic mountain gorillas and golden monkeys await in the lush volcanic landscapes. Stay in charming accommodations, savoring local hospitality after each day's adventure. Conclude your journey with a serene visit to Lake Mutanda before returning to Kampala. This tour promises unforgettable encounters with nature and wildlife, all while exploring the vibrant culture and stunning scenery of Uganda. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • White water rafting on the River Nile in Jinja, Uganda.

  • Explore the source of the Nile and Samuka Island in Jinja.

  • Visit the Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, home to mountain gorillas and golden monkeys.

  • Gorilla trekking and golden monkey tracking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

  • Nature walk and cultural visit to the Batwa community in Mgahinga.

  • Stop at the Uganda equator for photography.

  • Visit Lake Mutanda for a morning boat ride and bird watching.

Itinerary

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Day 1

Location: Jinja

Accommodation Name: 2 Friends Guesthouse

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Kampala to Jinja with stop at Sezibwa falls and Mabira forest
An office Guide/driver will pick you up after breakfast from your hotel, airport or any other agreed pickup location. You will stop along the way for a guided nature walk around the spectacular Sezibwa falls. Another stopover will be for a nature walk at the Mabira forest. While at Mabira, expect to spot a variety of birds and primates like the red-tailed monkey. You will continue your journey past the eye-catching sugar and tea plantations. Finally, you will cross the newly built Jinja Bridge and continue to your lodge for check-in and lunch.

After lunch, you will go for a tour of the town of Jinja and then take a boat ride to explore the source of the Nile and the Samuka Island. The Samuka Island is a breeding ground for several species of birds. As you leave the boat and the area around the source of the Nile, don’t forget to purchase souvenirs from one of the artisan shops. The driver will take you back to the hotel for a shower, relaxation and mingling.
2 Friends Guesthouse
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Day 2

Location: Jinja

Accommodation Name: 2 Friends Guesthouse

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


White water rafting, Bungee Jumping, Horse riding, Quad Biking – Departure
You will have morning breakfast at your hotel and head out for white water rafting along the river Nile. The river Nile in Jinja provides some of the best spots for Jinja Whitewater rafting, kayaking and water rafting in Africa. The stretch with rapids used to be over 10km long until a power dam was constructed recently. White water rafting in Jinja is divided into two sessions – morning and afternoon. One can choose to go for a full day of white water rafting but you will only go for the morning shift. The morning session starts at 9am. You will join your fellow rafters for registration and the briefing. After the briefing, you will be supplied with life jackets, helmets and other rafting gear. The activity will go on for about 4 hours after which you will be taken for lunch. After lunch, you will go for quad biking, horse riding and bungee jumping (if open). Each activity takes one hour. After completing the activities, your driver/guide will drive you back to your hotel


2 Friends Guesthouse

Day 3

Location: Kisoro

Accommodation Name: Kisoro Tourist Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Transfer from Jinja to Kisoro
After your breakfast in the morning, your driver/guide will drive you and leave jinja and head to the western route as you see the beautiful nature of Uganda, You will have a stopover at Kayabwe for photography at the Uganda equator.

You will continue to drive up to Mbarara and then have a stop at Igongo cultural center for snacks or foods for refreshment.

You will proceed to Kisoro and by the evening time, you will be in Kisoro, where gold meets silver, check-in from the hotel, ie Kisoro tourist hotel, or Kisoro Volcano hotel where we shall have an overnight as we wait for the next day’s activities (Gorilla trekking).
Kisoro Tourist Hotel

Day 4

Location: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Accommodation Name: Travellers Rest Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Gorilla trekking and golden monkey tracking in Mgahinga gorilla national park
Wake up early in the morning with a cup of coffee and breakfast, the take the Mgahinga route, meet the park rangers to help you track the gorillas in their habitats, Not only the gorillas, but there are also golden monkeys, and also there is a lot of flora within the forest, a number of bird species will also surprise you with beautiful sounds most especially in the morning.

In the afternoon after having your lunch, you will relax a bit and the go in for nature walk and on this activity, you will visit the Batwa, visiting the Batwa trails will reward you with an amazing history and entertainment.
Travellers Rest Hotel

Day 5

Location: Kampala

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch


Return to Kampala/Entebbe for your flight.
You will wake up early in the morning with a cup of coffee where you will visit lake Mutanda as you site a number of morning birds that produces a beautiful sound waking people and welcoming you to their habitants,

After the boat ride, you embark on your return to Kampala where you will first go to the hotel and have lunch.
You will then be driven back to Kampala with our driver.

What's Included

  • Meals

    Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in the tour package.

  • Transportation

    Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi on board, ensuring a comfortable journey from Kampala to Jinja, and then to Kisoro.

  • Fees and Taxes

    All fees and taxes are covered in the tour package.

  • Accommodation

    Enjoy comfortable stays at 2 Friends Guesthouse in Jinja, Kisoro Tourist Hotel or Kisoro Volcano Hotel in Kisoro, and Travellers Rest Hotel near Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

What's Not Included

  • Personal Travel Insurance

    Personal travel insurance is not included in the tour package.

  • Personal Items

    Personal items like souvenirs are not included in the tour package.

  • Tips

    Tips for guides and drivers are not included in the tour package.

Know Before You Go

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Or Pram Accessible
  • Public Transportation Nearby
  • Infants Must Sit On Laps
  • Passport Required

Please Note

  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Travellers are advised to communicate in time and also share their accurate location for easy pickup.

Mode of Transport

Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi on board, ensuring a comfortable journey from Kampala to Jinja, and then to Kisoro, with scenic stops along the way, including the Uganda equator and Igongo cultural center.

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable stays at 2 Friends Guesthouse in Jinja, Kisoro Tourist Hotel or Kisoro Volcano Hotel in Kisoro, and Travellers Rest Hotel near Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, offering a relaxing retreat after adventurous days.

Check out our Q&As

  • What activities are included in the white water rafting day?

    On the white water rafting day, you will participate in white water rafting along the river Nile, followed by quad biking, horse riding, and potentially bungee jumping if it is open.

  • What wildlife can be expected during the gorilla trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park?

    During the gorilla trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, you can expect to see mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, and a variety of bird species.

  • What cultural experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a visit to the Batwa trails, where you will learn about their history and enjoy entertainment from the Batwa people.

  • What is the mode of transportation during the tour?

    The tour includes travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi on board, ensuring a comfortable journey from Kampala to Jinja, and then to Kisoro, with scenic stops along the way.

  • Are there any specific requirements or recommendations for participants?

    Participants are advised to communicate in time and share their accurate location for easy pickup. The tour is wheelchair accessible, but not recommended for people with heart conditions. Infant seats are unavailable, and it is not suitable for pets.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please read our terms and conditions.Our Covid-19 guidelines are included.

  • Are travellers safe while on this tour?

    Uganda is a peaceful country and not at war with anyone.Our traveller's safety is a priority, and they are very safe while on their tours.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Travellers are advised to communicate in time most recommended 60 days before the travel date.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    A year

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Our travellers are accompanied by an expert from Verdoro Safaris.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Certificate of incorporation, Tourism license

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    All our accommodations

  • Am I safe in Uganda ?

    Yes. Uganda and the whole of East African region are not at war with anyone which makes it a safe zone for tourists.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    NO

  • Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

    YES

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your payment receipt

Reviews of this operator

Sinenhlanhla Mngadi (Google Reviewer)  

Prompt responses whenever you need...

02-Apr-2023

Prompt responses whenever you need clarity. 👌 Customer service.

w r (Google Reviewer)  

Quick at customer query response.I...

23-Aug-2023

Quick at customer query response.I must say I was impressed by the feedback from the team. keep it up !!!

Jeff  

13 - Day Uganda Safari

27-Jan-2023

Very helpful and knowledgeable of the local attractions within the region and the surrounding areas. First time engagement with this tour operator but never disappointed. Family was all smiles and impressed with the kindness and negotiable prices especially for families. I will definitely recommend them reliable when I used them. ...more ...less

Edwine Lenon (Google Reviewer)  

The customer care was really...

18-Jan-2023

The customer care was really awesome and we had a great time. Cheers 😊

Hardy B  

Nice people, wonderful Uganda round trip,

04-Apr-2023

From the first contact, the company tryed to fullfill our wishes 100%. Roger, the driver was allways carefull and explained us lots of things about politics, economics and social life in this beautifull country. Over all, he knows everything about flora aud fauna. He spotted all the animals , so we could really see the "big five" during our journey. Jessie, the cute tour operator from verdoro safaris accompanied us for the most of the trip and organised all our wishes immediately and perfect. Thanks to the two of them we spend interesting, marvellous days in Uganda. We can really recommend the tour organiser verdoro safaris. ...more ...less

Phillip  

IMPRESSED

22 Apr, 2021

I was into surprise by the way the team handled my issue while on a tour with my family.Despite the fact that I was a foreigner, they treated my family and I like any other person without extra charges.I will definitely use your services next time.bravo VERDORO SAFARIS !!!!! ...more ...less

Promising a return
Robert Reynold  

Patient during the planning stage and excellent guide during the safari.

16-Oct-2023

During the planning stages Verdoro Safaris was very helpful with setting up the routes and activities during the safari. The guide we had was extremely knowledgeable about the wildlife as well as general questions we had. When the weather was less than great there were alternatives provided from which we could choose. The accommodations they had us in were great and very close to the parks and activities. The vehicle was well maintained and comfortable. We were able to see almost everything that we wanted to see and the only misses were due to weather or just nature not cooperating. Would highly recommend. ...more ...less

Bertrand  

Excellent service with easy access to tours and amazing packages.Kudos to the team

02-Nov-2021

The team was very friendly and I was happy with all aspects:Easy to book online,Timely reminders & Prompt response to email questions. They kept me well informed about the trip. Thank you very much. Highly recommend.I will definitely book my future trips with Verdoro Safaris again. ...more ...less

Chandiru Mariam (Google Reviewer)  

I just want to experience...

17-Jan-2023

I just want to experience it on my vacation ☺️ and I can't wait ☺️

nshimirimana Patience  

Awesome but kind of almost tricked by the public transport

29 Apr, 2021

Voyager c'est grandir. C'est la grande aventure. Celle qui laisse des traces dans l'âme. Mais,Il faudra ameliorer la poinctualité de services au niveau du transport

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Tuesday - Saturday

Feb 25, 2025 - Mar 01, 2025
$2500 $2375 (USD)

Operator discount: -$125 (USD)

Wednesday - Sunday

Feb 26, 2025 - Mar 02, 2025
$2500 $2375 (USD)

Operator discount: -$125 (USD)

Thursday - Monday

Feb 27, 2025 - Mar 03, 2025
$2500 $2375 (USD)

Operator discount: -$125 (USD)

Friday - Tuesday

Feb 28, 2025 - Mar 04, 2025
$2500 $2375 (USD)

Operator discount: -$125 (USD)

Book with Confidence

  • Free Date Changes

    Verdoro Safaris allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 30 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Verdoro Safaris allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform verdoro safaris, 60 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Verdoro Safaris requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of verdoro safaris charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

5-Days Private White Water Rafting and Trekking in Mgahinga Park

5 Days Starting and ending in Kampala, Uganda

Visiting: Jinja, Kisoro, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Kampala

Tour operator:

Verdoro Safaris

Tour code:

763687

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

EASY

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

Interests:

Cultural, Wildlife Tours

From: $2500 $2375 (USD) Operator discount: -$125

NB: Prices correct on 22-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

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