River Nile is the longest river in the world, having its source in Uganda, the pearl of Africa, the river begins it’s journey from one of the world’s freshwater lakes in the central part of the country, traveling 6,500 kilometers to the Mediterranean sea.
River Nile is also the prime source of hydroelectricity in the country, the Nile was formerly known as Omugga Kitara by the locals, the river is more centered to Uganda and Egypt; it passes through nine countries including Sudan, Burundi, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Zair and Ethiopia.
River Nile derives it’s word from a Greek word to simply mean “ valley” the Nile supports a lot of aquatic life for example crocodiles found on its riverbanks in Egypt that are considered to be he longest in the world. Lake Victoria the source of the Nile received its water from many streams but the largest is from the Kagera river flowing from Rwanda.
The journey to the source of the Nile is very rewarding with spectacular landscapes of sugar cane and tea plantations along the side the road with the splendid Mabira forest which is the largest in the country. In Egypt, the historical sites are centered on the banks of the splendid river Nile.
River Nile comprises of two main twigs that is white and blue Nile, the white Nile. The white Nile is the longest of the twigs and is split into three that is; the central Sudan region, the lake plateua region and the sudd. The Blue Nile connects from Khartoum to form the core Nile made up of the Egyptian Nile and the contracted Nile.
The mighty River Nile has been important to every country that it passes since the ancient times, the banks of river are very fertile hence supporting agriculture countries like Egypt that are completely desert countries have been able to use water from the source of the Nile to do farming activities through the implementation of irrigation.
The magnificent waters of the Nile flow at an average volume of 300 million cubic meters per day passing in the course of a three-month journey. The river passes in Murchison falls national park and forces itself on a narrow passage of 6 meters wide forming the glorious devil’s the strongest waterfallin the world flowing in a dramatic, placid stream to Lake Albert.
River Nile is of great value to the country, apart from tourist’s activities the Nile is the source of hydroelectric power in Uganda at the Owen falls dam. Some of the tourists’ activities that can be done within the Nile can be seen below.
Boat rides
Tourists can take boat rides in the Nile this is one of the most thrilling and rewarding activities, as you will be able to see the beauty of the pearl of Africa with the lakes Flora’s and fauna to be observed in the cool waters.
Fishing
Fishing at the Nile is fun, this recreational activity can be done with permission and tourists will be required to come along with their fishing gear or hire it at an affordable price, the fish caught can later be enjoyed on a dinner meal.
Whitewater rafting
For those looking to encounter fun in Africa’s longest river, they can go out for whitewater rafting. The grade five water rafting is an unforgettable experience of all times.
Bungee jumping is one the activities you can do while at the Nile River in Jinja; however, this activity requires bravery.
Kayaking
While visiting the source of the Nile, tourists can also see the John Speke monument he first explorer to find the source of the Nile. on e can also take on bungee jumping.
The source of the Nile can be accessed from Kampala it’s about one and half hours drive east of the city.
