Surf The Source :: Adrift - The Adventure Company

This two day trip is unboundedly the best way to experience the Nile. Rafting 48kms in

total it is a wonderful "river journey" into the heart of Busoga country. After the first day of rafting we pull into Adrift's private camp on the Nile to enjoy superb food, drinks & entertainment around the campfire.

On day two we combine some more exciting rapids with plenty of relaxation. Floating down the calmer section of river we meander our way through the lush forested islands and local plantations on the bank. We drift among the curious Busoga people who wave excitedly at us from their traditional wooden canoes.

There are plenty of opportunities to swim, relax on the raft and spot the amazing array of wildlife, including monkeys, fish eagles, monitors, otters & prolific birdlife. Included: as for the full one day.. plus a delicious 3 course dinner around the campfire, beers, sodas, rum punch, waragi (local spirit made from bananas), local music, accommodation in tents, cooked breakfast, yummy lunch, & a great time! This is our guides favourite trip.. please come join them!

What to bring on the Ultimate African Adventure in the world:

Cotton shorts preferably with a drawstring waist (to wear on the river)
A light coloured T-shirt (to wear on the river)
A peaked cap or hat (to wear on the river - optional)
Rafting sandals, a pair of old trainers or bare feet
A change of clothes for the end of the day
A towel
Sunscreen
Toothbrush, razor etc.
Sun cream and insect repellant
Torch or headlamp for the evening

Any medication you may need during the day.

Please do not bring any jewellery including watches or any valuables.

Pick Up Points

Kampala:

Backpackers, Natete - 7:00am
Sheraton Kampala - 7:30am
Nandos, Kampala City - 8:00am
Red Chilli Hideaway, Bugolobi - 8:20am

Jinja:

Jinja Tourist Centre - 10:00am
Jinja Round About (Ling Ling Restaurant) - 10:00am
Jinja Nile Resort - 10:30am

Drop Offs:

The time of drop off depends largely on traffic conditions on the journey but we usually return to the Sheraton between 7.30 & 8 pm. We drop off at all our pick up points!

Money Tips in Uganda

Despite what many guidebooks have to say credit card facilities are not widely accepted in Uganda and hefty surcharges are common due to the bank charges for these (most places have a 10% surcharge). US Dollars are commonly used but please note that notes prior to 1990 are mostly turned away. Notes under US$50 attract a far lower exchange rate. Travelers cheques also attract a lower exchange rate or have a surcharge attached to them. Only Barclays Bank Main branch in Kampala Rd offers a facility for cash advances against credit cards and they close at 3.30pm. This can be time consuming!

Accommodation, Airport Transfers & Other Activities

We are very happy to help with any assistance or advice needed with accommodation or activities bookings in Uganda. We are able to arrange activities within Uganda ranging from Airport transfers with our favourite reliable taxi driver James to gorilla bookings on your behalf.. or we can refer you on to a reputable registered tour operator. We want visitors to Uganda to love the country as much as we do.. & to spread the word about Africa's best kept secret. Please feel free to use our expertise!