The River Nile Uganda

River Nile is the longest river in the whole World extending 6650 kilometers long with its source Lake Victoria (Jinja) in Uganda. The Nile River interestingly drains through eleven (11) countries that include Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Egypt, Burundi, Kenya, Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Eritrea, and South Sudan before finally emptying into the Mediterranean Sea.

• Main Tributaries on the Nile

River Nile has two main tributaries that include the Blue and White Nile with the latter being the longer, mainstream, and also the headwaters. The former is said to carry two-thirds of the Nile River’s water volume as well as the majority of the silt. River Nile is also surrounded by various geographical features that include forests, rock outcrops that have interestingly contributed to the stunning appearance of the Nile River.

• The White Nile

The White Nile, one of the main tributaries of the River Nile starts from Burundi while the Blue Nile begins from Ethiopia but these two beautiful Rivers later join to form the Nile River at Khartoum in Sudan. Millions of people depend on River Nile water with its largest consumers being Egypt.

• Murchison Falls

In Uganda, River Nile drains through some of the country’s magnificent tourist sites such as Murchison Falls National Park where it is known as the Victoria Nile. Several wildlife species such as hippos, Nile crocodiles, and Nile monitor lizards as well as bird species such as the African sacred ibis and Egyptian Goose are found in and around the Nile River.

Adventuring The Nile in Murchison Falls National Park

Interesting tourist activities in and around River Nile

• Boat cruises

Boat cruises are the ideal way of relishing the jaw-dropping views of the River Nile as well as relaxing after a hectic day. These allow tourists to explore the beauty of the River as well as its riveting wildlife and bird species. Would you wish to watch the African sunset with good food, barbeque snacks, wine, and company, then the sunset cruise on River Nile is what you should be thinking about?

• Kayaking the Nile

Kayaking the Nile River is the most passionate and exciting way to enjoy the Nile River without the noise and the funny sound of engines. The dynamic nature of the River Nile makes it one of the best places for kayaking in Uganda.

• Whitewater rafting

Whitewater rafting is one of the adrenaline-packed activities conducted in River Nile and with your paddle-lowered boats be prepared to go for one of the World’s wildest raft rides that will leave unforgettable memories. The grade 5 rapids of the Nile River make the activity more thrilling and mind-blowing for tourists.

• Bird watching

Nature walks along the banks of River Nile or relaxing boat cruises introduce tourists to some of the extraordinary species of birds that call the Nile River home. Species such as the African spoonbill, Egyptian goose, Cattle egret, grey herons, long-tailed cormorants, Nubian bustard, pink-packed pelicans, long-tailed nightjar, African sacred ibis, Marabou storks, mourning collared doves, Nubian nightjar, grey herons, yellow-billed storks, Goliath herons, African fish eagles, and kingfishers are very common in and around River Nile.

• Sportfishing

River Nile is one of the few places in Uganda where you can cast lures with live baits to catch different bird species such as the Tilapia, Nile Perch, and Tigerfish among others. What even makes sport fishing on the Nile River more exciting is the fact that other interesting attractions can be encountered.

• Swimming

Swimming in River Nile is possible and interesting because there is no record of Bilharzia-infesting snails as well as dangerous wildlife species such as Hippos and Nile crocodiles in designated swimming spots.

Bungee jumping

The adventurous bungee jumps in the River Nile usually involve tourists jumping from a raised platform with a secure cord connected to your legs. This activity is actually not for the faint-hearted because you have to jump and touch the Nile River waters hence unforgettable experiences.

Other riveting tourist activities in and around River Nile are Horseback rides, quad biking, and community tours among others.

Adventuring The Nile in Murchison Falls National Park