Itanda Falls, Jinja

Itanda Falls Jinja are a few hidden treasures that Uganda boasts of. Located in Jinja, Eastern Uganda, Itanda waterfalls are beautiful falls found along the River Nile, one of the longest rivers in the world. From Jinja city to Itanda is about 27kms, 45 minutes’ drive in a good mechanical vehicle.

Unlike the usual tourist sites, Itanda Falls is by far unique on its own. It worth discovering on Uganda safaris. To locals living in the adjacent areas, it is a sacred place, a spiritual area and most of them come to seek for visible blessings in times of hardship.

Other than exploring the falls, there is also an opportunity to learn more about the history of the River Nile. Enjoy great sights and sounds of Itanda Falls on Uganda tour and you won’t regret. There are many waterfalls in Uganda, but Itanda Falls is distinct on its own.

What to expect to do while at Itanda Falls Jinja?

Visit Itanda Falls Jinja, a perfect spot for relaxation or chilling with your dear one. You will chill at the Source of the Nile, one of the wonders of the world. With 2022 Nyege Nyege Festival expected to be held in here, there is definitely a reason to undertake a tour to this magical natural wonder.

Nyege Nyege Festival takes about 3 days, and in addition of the Itanda tour, you get to combine the love for music with nature. You can also be part of the various adrenaline adventures carried out on the Source of the Nile, Jinja. These include whitewater rafting, jet boating, kayaking, bungee jumping, Al-terrain safaris, sailing, birding, biking, fishing, boat cruise and more.

Or incorporate Itanda Falls tour with wildlife safaris, primate tours and enjoy a range of activities/experiences. These include gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park/Mgahinga National Park. These are a home to half of the world’s 1063 mountain gorillas and 21 habituated gorilla families in Uganda.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park & Mgahinga National Park, are spectacular forest parks found in Southwestern Uganda. They are key locations to meet mountain gorillas in the wild.

You can also go game viewing in the finest savanna parks, meet the big game and a range of other small mammal species. The best places to consider for Uganda game viewing include Kidepo Valley National Park located in the extreme North-eastern side of the country.

Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s biggest park and a home to one of the world’s most powerful falls -Murchison Falls is another top game viewing destination. For tree-climbing lion watching, visit Queen Elizabeth National Park or for tourists with tight schedules yet want to soak themselves into savannas grassland to see wildlife, Lake Mburo National Park is just 4 hours’ drive away from Kampala city centre.

To enjoy the best of chimpanzee and primate encounters, the best places to consider for your primate safaris in Uganda include Kibale National Park. Others include Kalinzu Forest, Budongo Forest, Kyambura Gorge and Toro-Semliki Wildlife Reserve. Enjoy incredible sightings of primates including chimpanzees, baboons, l’hoest monkeys, colobus monkeys etc while in the wild.