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Jinja is a city in south-eastern Uganda. It is located on the shores of Lake Victoria, near the source of the White Nile River. It has an estimated population of 106,000 inhabitants.
Jinja was established by the British in 1901. It served as an administrative centre for the Provincial Government Headquarters for the Busoga region.
Formerly a fishing village, the city has developed into the second largest commercial centre in the country. Along with agriculture, the manufacturing sector forms the backbone of the local economy.
The majority of the population is of Bantu origin.

Area code:: 0(+256) 043

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Reviews Jinja

12 travelers' reviews on Jinja

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Robert Bale

Level 100 6 Trophy

Overall rating 6

Overall Guide : The main attraction in Jinja is the Lake Victoria. Explore the lake and the source of the River Nile. Along the way you’ll spot coffee, tea and sugar plantations, the Owen Falls Dam and local fishing villages on Lake. ... more Visit the animal sanctuary at Buwenge. Or head to Buyuma, an island situated 25 km south, in the Lake Victoria. The island is a must for bird watchers. The best place to catch up with friends over a drink is the Rumours Pub at the Source of the Nile. It has a cosy restaurant deck located on the river shore and offers a fantastic sunset to diners. Make a trip to the famous Bujagani falls. Here you can try a hand at kayaking and white water rafting. You can also stop at the Ssezibwa Falls and the Mabira Forest, known for its primates, birds and butterflies. Some of Mahatma Gandhi's ashes were scattered over the White Nile at Jinja. Today there is a small memorial garden at the spot. There is also a Hindu temple near by.

Ojok Emmanuel

Level 9 1 Trophy Viaggia: Family

Overall rating 6

Overall Guide : I can't forget the view of the John Speke pillar, spot where he stood and saw the source of the Nile. while at the shores on the Jinja side, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the spot across the... more nile, on Njeru side. Don't forget to look right across while in Jinja for this view. You can as well ask to cross by boat and stand right there. Alternatively, pick a bodaboda and cross using the famous railway bridge down stream. Enjo Jinja!

Not to be missed Owen Falls Dam , industries , The source of the Nile

Kennedy Jethro

Level 9 1 Trophy Viaggia: Friends

Overall rating 9

Overall Guide : Jinja is lovely with lots of things to do on holiday. Bird watching, bungee jumping, horse back, water game, indian and british architecture, white water rafting, bujagali and itanda falls, town tours, horse polo, you will be spoilt for choice... more in this beautiful African town!

Not to be missed source of the nile , Itanda falls , White Water Rafting

Murezi

Level 12 1 Trophy Viaggia: Friends

Overall rating 9

Overall Guide : Jinja is full of life, from the source of the Nile to Bujagali and Itanda falls, there is alot to visit, cultural sites like Mpumudde Hill, and Wanyange, Industries, old indian architecture.. that makes the city iconic, great food, bird... more watching, beauty and calmess make Jinja the best city to visit in Jinja. Not forgetting the best accomodation.

Not to be missed Kakira Estate , Itanda Falls , The source of the Nile

Billy Kelly

Level 18 2 Trophy Viaggia: Solo

Overall rating 7

Overall Guide : Jinja is a place one ought not to miss when he/she visits Uganda, taking a look at the sources of the longest river in the world is breathtaking. However the road that leads to this amazing place is very narrow and... more has got a lot of potholes and many heavy long tracks besides that the place is full of breathtaking wanders from birds to the people who are ever smiling. This was worth it!

Not to be missed Bird Watching , White Water Rafting , Nature walk

Anthony Gomes

Level 9 1 Trophy Viaggia: Solo

Overall rating 8

Overall Guide : Do not miss viewing The Owen Falls Dam, the railway bridge, the source of the NILE (which is now submerged after the building of the dam,) the Main Road, the Catholic church, Goan School, The Ishnachiry, Kilembe Mines.

Not to be missed Owen Falls Dam , The source of the Nile

jamie winston

Overall rating 8

Overall Guide : I had a wonderful time. The original Jinja tour we took with the Tourist Centre was not only excting but also quite enlightening in terms of understanding of Ugandan history. Amazing town with beautiful sights and easy going people.

Not to be missed Jinja Tour , Bungy , White Water Rafting

otim denis roover

Overall rating 1

Overall Guide : The Jinja that i used to know when i was a kid is not the Jinja of today. Many towns in uganda are developing but with jinja its just falling apart. I have failed to understand why.

Isaac

Level 9 1 Trophy Viaggia: Couple, Family

Overall rating 6

Overall Guide : Jinja is beautiful. However, a lot is missing on line to show the world what they are missing out. Some photos needed of the tourist sites, hotels and restaurants

Not to be missed Bujagali falls , Jinja jewery , Source of the Nile

nabirye sarah

Level 14 1 Trophy Viaggia: Friends

Overall rating 9

Overall Guide : When you visit Jinja, dont miss to visit the source of the Nile using a canoe and other tourism activities like white water rafting and bungee jumping. I am sure you will have an unforgettable experience like me.

Not to be missed source of the nile , itanda falls , owen falls dam