TIME: 4-5 Hours Rafting (16 Years and above)
Widely regarded as the best one day rafting trip on the planet. This is the safest and most popular trip down the Nile, challenging legendary rapids in the hands of those who know the river best.
Choose to paddle as part of a team or opt for a softer option and be rowed downstream by our professional guides in the safety raft.
Starting just below the Bujagali Dam and entering the river at the renowned high flow ‘Jaws’ as our 1st rapid of the day, the Nile then beckons you further downstream. With calm sections of the river, your given time to take in the scenery and wildlife on the Nile.
Entering into Itanda Falls with our lodge, Wildwaters on the River left we disembark from the rafts to portage around the grade 6 rapids and falls, allowing for anyone to relieve themselves and to have the perfect #Instagram moment with this awesome rapid as the backdrop!
Rafting with Adrift you get so much more safety, fun, enjoyment and service.
Rafting and any water activities on the Nile comprises of getting wet! Wearing adequate clothing for this and to also protect you from the sun is important. Draw string shorts help to keep your modesty intact if you have swim in the fast currents! Full piece bathing suits are the preferred choice for women as bikinis can become compromised when navigating the rapids. We suggest all our rafters to not wear shoes in the raft, as these can be lost in the water.
Wearing contact glasses should not stop you enjoying a rafting experience but be prepared they may become a part of the River Nile if you should enjoy a flip! We advise people (who wear contacts) not to sit near the front of the boat and to wear sunglasses but please note that you will need a tight strap and we do NOT provide these.
*Your travel insurance should specify cover for Whitewater rafting.
*Bring lots of sunscreen and keep applying this during the day!
*We recommend you take a small bag with a towel and a change of clothes for the end of the day, this will be kept on our vehicle and meet you at the finish point.
It is summer all year-round in Uganda. The country straddles the equator which means there is no winter and non summer and you can come at any time of the year. Temperatures in most parts of the country vary between 25°C and 30°C (77°F and 86°F) dropping only by 5°C overnight. Traditionally May and November are the wetter months in the country where morning cloud build – ups are followed by torrential rain and spectacular thunder and lightening shows. 99% of Ugandans do not own raincoats because the storms are usually short……………
We highly recommend booking in advance as Adrift trips often run to capacity. An advance booking will guarantee you a place on the raft.
Award-winning 5-star Adrift river crew, safety rafts and kayakers, by far the most experienced on the continent.
High-flotation life jackets, helmets, and custom-made rafting equipment.
Drinking water provided throughout the day and all dietary requirements can be accommodated with sufficient notice
Includes breakfast, snacks mid stream, and a delicious BBQ with beers & sodas at our Adrift Overland Camp.
FREE photos for your memorable experience.
No rafting or swimming experience is necessary (min age 16 years)
Rafting is an adventure sport so there is an inherent element of risk, however, we have spent over 30 years rafting rivers around the world minimising that risk. We could not have done better than nature in designing the perfect river for rafting. The Nile rapids are very big and extremely exciting but the volume of water in Nile means most rapids are very deep which minimises the chances of encounters with rocks or obstructions in the river. The rapids also dump into long, calm pools which means recovery after each rapid is easy.
This was an amazing experience! We did grade 5 and didn't have significant trouble as beginners We were able to swim in the Nile for a bit The guides were both amazing I would absolutely recommend for anyone staying in Kampala This was the most I got for my money for anything I did in Uganda over six weeks - Justin
As a tour operator safety of my clients is priority therefore choosing the right company Is key. Communication with ADRIFT through Brenda was not swift and all my questions were correctly answered without hesitation, I am not a good swimmer myself and doing this activity to me felt like risking my life but the crew in the river were nothing but the best you'd ever want. So proud to having gone this activity and a big vote of thanks to entire team at Adrift for making my dream come true, you definitely will see again soon Best regards! Jackson, @UgandaFamilyTours - Jackson
This was an amazing experience! I've done white water rafting before in the US, but with the skilled team at Adrift, even those less experienced would have a great time. I felt safe the whole time, but had a blast going through the rapids. Can't recommend them enough! - Erin
Wonderful experience. - Stork
I had a fantastic morning out on The Nile. This was a dream adventure for me, and I cannot stop raving about it ! The team is professional and very well training. They briefed us on safety measures and what to do in case of an emergency. We were a group of 7 on our raft. The team gave us enough confidence to conquer the waters ! I would recommend this rafting experience to everyone. Rafting on The Nile with Adrift is the ultimate experience ! - Evelyn
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