White Rafting in Jinja (Uganda)
among the tourist attractions in Uganda are water bodies of which one of the them is River Nile (source of the Nile), which tourists visit for various reasons such as seeing the source of the Nile (Longest River in the world), tubing, kayaking, boat cruise, sport fishing, rafting, to name a few. today in this article I am going to write about all you need to know about white water rafting or the frequently asked questions about white water rafting in Jinja (Uganda).
What is white water rafting?
White water rafting is an out-door adventure activity which requires or involves tourists or a group of adventure lovers to navigate or sail on fast flowing water or rapids using specially made inflatable crafts for rafting activities. During the rafting activity, through team work peddles are used to help maneuver or avoid the rocks or obstacles and the challenging water currents.
Does one need experience to do white water rafting?
No! you need to have no experience in order to participate or carry out white water rafting on River Nile (Uganda). If you want to do white water rafting on River Nile all you have to do is have an adventurous or wild heart that is ready to guided through the water rapids by experienced guides. Also, white water rafting on River Nile has different grades or levels starting from grade 1 to grade 5. Each grade determines the level of water rapids that you are going to maneuver.
Is there an age limit for white water rafting on River Nile (Uganda)?
Yes! there is an age limit for white water rafting on River Nile (Uganda) and this depends on the level of rafting you want to do or participate in. The age limit begins at 14 years for grade 1 to grade 4 and for grade 5 the age limit is 16 years.
How is white water rafting done on River Nile (Uganda)?
White water rafting on River Nile always begins with briefing where you are told the rules and regulations of this activity, on this stage you will also be taught the safety precautions of the activity and the first aid skills. After briefing you will be given safety gears to but on (life jacket, helmet, and a wet suite). From gearing up you will head for the Raft and you will be given a specific position to seat with a paddle. You will then set off with your rafting and with team work and following instructions from your guide, you will navigate through the water rapids. And at the end of the rafting activity, you will be rewarded with a bottle of Nile to celebrate your victory over the water rapids.
What should I wear for white water rafting on River Nile?
It will good or a better idea that you wear or put on quick drying clothes with synthetic layers since you will be heading for a battle with water rapids so expect to get wet at all times. For the case of shoes, you should put on strapped sandals or water shoes that are quick to dry and provide traction on slippery surfaces like rocks.
What should I do when I fall in water during white water rafting?
To avoid such accidents all you have to do is always listen to your guide’s instructions or commands and always have teamwork because this will be very much required of you in order to keep paddling through the water waves. Though not a common occasion, in case you fall into the water, all you have to do is aim to keep your feet down stream or do what is called defensive swimming until you get rescued.
What is the best time to do white water rafting on River Nile?
White water rafting on River Nile is always open to tourists or adventurists throughout the whole year though it is best done during warm weather. This only means that the best time to go for white water Rafting is during the dry season of the year (June to October and December to March)
In order to have a test of this experience on the longest river in the world (River Nile) all you have to do is book with us and include the activity in your itinerary.