Adventure tours in Uganda

Adventure tours in Uganda

The thrill and fun that comes with exploring  the different wonders of the earth, make adventure one of the most darling and yet remarkable experiences that every traveler should encounter. Adventure tours in Uganda, are one of the must-do’s on every Uganda safari expedition.

The pearl f Africa, Uganda has been marked among the best tourist destinations in the world. With the life experiences from gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga national park, wildlife safaris in Murchison fall national park, tree-climbing lion tracking in Queen Elizabeth national, mountaineering in the Rwenzori ranges, and far much more.

Adventure tours in Uganda, have as well emerged as the top activities to explore while on a Uganda tour.  The adventure wonders of the pearl are mainly dubbed in the adventure destinations in Uganda.

Jinja city, the adventure city of the pearl, is home to a number of adventure activities that adventure lovers immerse into. Jinja is a renowned city located in eastern Uganda, 81 km from Kampala the capital of the pearl.  Taking around 1 hour to reach the town, on a road transfer.

A number of other fascinating attractions can be seen while on transit to Jinja. These include a stopover at the Sezibwa falls, and a visit to Mabira forest ( the largest rainforest in  Uganda) for adventures such as Zip lining, archery, nature walks, birdwatching, and money more. Not to forget a mouth-watering experience along the “Namawojolo” stage where a number of finger-licking local snacks such as roasted chicken, beef, and a ‘loved by money’  Jonja’ snack ( roasted banana).

All the insights and experiences on an adventure journey in Uganda makes the experience worth to be booked all wanderlusts.

The strategic location of Jinja city makes it one of the most blessed places in the world. It is around Jinja city, where the source of the Nile, the longest river is located. The presence of the Nile around Jinja Has led to the creative establishment of various adventurous activities to dare out on an adventure tour.

The adventure activities in Jinja city along the Nile include as follows

White water rafting.

This is one of the thrilling ventures that water lovers can enjoy. A rough raft through the wild  waters of the Nile give an astounding experience. The white water rafting experience in the Nile waters takes rafters through a three-grade rapid water experience.  Exploring the different water rapids located at the different waterfalls along the Nile. The most visited waterfalls while rafting along the Nile include the Bujagali falls, and kalangala falls., to mention but a few. White water rafting can take a full day, or half-day depending on the preference of the tourists. For a full day, the rafter can explore all the water rapids of the Nile around the area. While for the half-day, the rafters can explore just a few rapids at particular waterfalls along the Nile.

 

Boat cruise to the source of the Nile

This is a more soothing way to explore the waters of the Nile from either a speed boat or a normal boat ride. This takes tourists from the point the Nile separates from the waters of Lake Victoria. This is an amazing experience to encounter as one sail along with the cool breeze of the water.

Water tubing

Water tubing is one of the newly introduced water activities along the Nile.  This involves exploring the waters of the Nile on a water tube where tourists just have to sit and enjoy the ride. This is another way to immerse in the fun that comes with encountering the water rapids of the Nile.  The activity is spiced up, as participants can have simple snacks (pineapples, watermelons, and more) while on the tubes floating on the water.

Bungee jumping

For the freight darers, this would be the best activity to take one. A high drop jump from a tall tower to the face of the Nile is one of the thrilling adventures in Uganda. Bungee jumping is one of the activities not to miss out on an adventure tour in Uganda.

Kayaking

Another way to explore the waters of the Nile is by taking on a Kayak experience. With kayaking, participants use kayak boats to paddle through the rapids of the Nile, for  an extreme adventure fill. This is another great way to explore the different leveled rapids of the Nile. This can take half-day to a full day depending on the preference of the participants.

Quad biking

To explore the Jinja terrace and local communities around Jinja town, is best done a quad bike. The Strong engine bikes are able to ride through the rugged terrace and landscape of Jinja. This is a great way to explore, immerse and interact with the natives of the city.

Besides the water adventures in Jinja, tourists can as well enjoy body daring and work activities at the various adventure parks in Uganda. In the destinations as below

Supreme adventure park in lake Bunyonyi, extreme adventure park in Busika wakiso district, and Shoebill adventure park to mention but s few.

Activities to explore in the adventure parks of the pearl include the high rope challenge, target shooting, paintball archery, zip-lining, and many more. A visit to the adventure parks, preferably good for a family and weekend, getaways.

A hot balloon safari in Uganda in another way to explore the beauty that the pearl offers. Hot balloon safaris are entirely conducted in Murchison falls national park(the largest national park in the country). This is a great way to explore the beauty and landscape of the park, which is home a wide range of wildlife.  This as well offers a breathtaking Ariel view of the park, where the Murchison falls and Uhuru falls can be viewed from above.

A similar adventure to a balloon safari would definitely be a horse ride safari. This gives a different feel of nature, and the park and all its beauty is explored on a horse ride. Horse ride safaris are conducted in Lake Mburo national park in western Uganda. A number of wildlife and beautiful sceneries are as well encountered while on this adventure experience.

 

Abseiling along the sipi falls is another adventure not to miss out on while in Uganda. Besides hiking the three series of waterfalls, the thrill of sipi falls in eastern Uganda. Can as well be enjoyed on an adventure tour in Uganda. This can be done alongside a coffee farm visit and hiking.

Mountaineering in Uganda is another renowned adventure to take. Hiking to the different summits of the mountain of Uganda is a rewarding activity.  The most hiked summits not to miss out on including the Rwenzori ranges summits, the mountain Elgon summit, the Virunga ranges summits, and many more.

Best time for adventure tours in Uganda

During the dry season, this is most preferably the best time to enjoy the fun adventures of Uganda. With the fact, that most adventures of Uganda are along the Nile, these are best explored during the dry seasons of the country.

Adventure tours are one of the best ways to push and explore the best self ,immersing through the adventure activities. With Dolphin tours and travel, we plan your adventure tour to fulfill all adventure tour needs

Garama caves kisoro

Garama caves kisoro

 

The historical garama caves of Mgahinga national park, hold cultural and heritage importance to the Batwa community. And most importantly, the garama caves are one of the significant attractions located within the park.

Garama caves are located on the north side of Mgahinga national park. The caves are found 3k from the main offices of the national park at Ntebeko.

Mgahinga national park is located in the far southwest region of Uganda, Kisoro district. The park can be accessed with either road or air transfer. From Kampala, a road transfer takes about 9 hours approximately to reach the park. Covering a long distance of 495km. Visitors can opt for a one-hour air transfer for a shorter reach to the park. From the park’s entrance, it only takes about 3km to reach the caves.

Mgahinga national park is among the only two gorilla destinations of Uganda together with Bwindi impenetrable national park. The mountain gorillas of Mgahinga are the main attractions for many travelers to the park.

However, the park holds more touristic treasures to be explored on a Uganda safari. A visit and tour of the garama caves in Mgahinga national park is another fascinating activity to explore. Besides gorilla trekking, golden monkey trekking, mountain hiking, gorge walk, and more.

The garama caves are known as among the first home of the indigenous Batwa people. The Batwa community is a group of minority pygmy communities that were the first inhabitants of the forest with the mountain gorillas of Uganda.

The garama caves were a significant treasure to the Batwa pygmies. The caves were used as a hideout for the Batwa warriors. As they hid from the attacks of their revels. Even after a successful root by the ancient Batwa warriors, the rooted treasures were kept and hidden deep into the caves.

In the ancient years, when the Batwa inhabited the caves, they used them as council chambers to settle all conflict and distribute among the community members. Unfortunately, due to the displacement of the Batwa pygmies to the outcasts of the park, for the establishment of Mgahinga national park.  The batwa nolonger have a full control and stay over the garama caves.

Luckily enough, the garama caves are still in existence and can be visited while on the tour of Mgahinga national park of a Uganda cultural safari. The caves can be accessed through the Batwa trail experience.

Experiencing the Batwa trail takes visitors through the reach history of the Batwa pygmies. The walk along the trail is incited with interesting narratives about the cultural heritage of the Batwa, how they used to gather forest fruit, their hunting skills exposure, traditions, and more.

The trail begins from Mountain Muhavura base stretching about 33km of a splendid marvel of the forest beauty and insight of the Batwa culture. The garama cave is found at the end of the trail, located at a plateau that overlooks the park’s beautiful landscape.  The Batwa trail takes about 4 hours to trek and explore.

The garama caves are 343 meters long and 14 meters deep. Currently, the caves are used as a performance stage of the Batwa community. Showcasing their local, authentic culture through their local dance and song performance.

The visit of the garama caves is also crowned with an interesting dance performance by the Batwa pygmies.

Just as visitors would require gorilla permits to trek the gentle apes of Mgahinga park or to experience any other activity in the park. To visit the garama caves, visitors are to pay for this experience depending on their nationality.

Foreign nonresidents and foreign residents pay $80 to enjoy this experience. East African residents pay 50,000shs, to participate in the visit to the Garama caves.

The garama caves are a hidden treasure of the pearl, nestled in the far depth of Mgahinga national park. The hiking experience and an insightful narrative about the Batwa pygmies and how they relate to the caves. All and more, make a visit to the garama caves worth on a Uganda safari, With Dolphin tours and travel.

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