Bungee Jumping Over the River Nile in Jinja Uganda : Jinja was known as most industrialized town in Uganda, something now has changed into tourism. Fact, Jinja town was built in a strategic location close to Lake Victoria and the source of the Nile but the closure of the industries left the town quieter. Tourists from a broad and locals usually visit Uganda for Gorilla Trekking, along safari in Uganda’s national such as a visit –Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park or go for Kampala City tour with lots of tourist attractions but bit far from the city noisy among others.
The river Nile is popularly known as Uganda’s most scenic river. The section of the mighty river flows through Jinja and this river has got many beautiful rapids and forested island that remain beautiful and rewarding while acting as sanctuaries to primates and around 150 bird species. The river offers lots of opportunities to have fun right from its source to the point where it leaves for different districts of Uganda and eventually to South Sudan.
There is bucket of activities one can do along a visit at Nile in Jinja including; Sport fishing, whitewater rafting, Quad biking and canoeing. Recently, Bungee jumping was introduced adrenaline making it a great Jinja Location. However, Bungee jumping is rarely done activity in Africa and here are few African countries where you can do Bungee Jumping like Uganda, South Africa ‘’Bloukrans Bridge’’, Kenya ‘’Rapids Camp’’ and Zimbabwe ‘’Victoria Falls’’. Despite the fact, the experience of Bungee jumping in the world’s longest river cannot be compared to any other place on earth. In Uganda is only done in Jinja.
Note; Bungee jumping is one of the most ranking tourist attractions in Uganda and you can find our more from our 1 day Jinja City Excursion.
Bungee jumping in the Nile River; This activity involves jumping from a platform with a bungee cord connected to two tied legs. It’s advisable, before taking part in this activity, you need to first prepare psychologically before taking part in the activity. Participants are tied in two different ways. You will be ankled tied with your face looking down and the whole body tie allows you to float like a butterfly.
Before the jump, the instructor counts 1 to 3 before shouting ‘Bungee’ and off you go the experience can be done during the day or night. There are different sessions to do Bungee Jumping like day and night jumping. The night Bungee jumping has its own stunning though may reduce the quality of view and photos taken.
What make Bungee Jumping Special?
Driving down a tower and touching the river Nile offers one of the most gainful views. The main fabulous that comes from falling freely then rebounding softly over and over before finally be in contact with waters. It is one of the scariest experience to do in life but also most adventurous activity one wouldn’t miss in their lifetime.
How is Bungee Jumping in Jinja organized?
Bungee jumping in Jinja starts with registration of participants including ‘’making payments’’ and sign the waiver form. While registering, partisans can choose to do the long or short jump.
The long jump goes all the way down allowing one to touch the river Nile itself while the short jump stops midways, can’t contact with water. After registration participants are called out one at time for briefing whereas the other wait for their turn or cheer on from Balcony.
Before jumping, an individual must dress up in the right jumping gear. Both legs are tied with a single rope to permit the participant fall freely letting the bungee hold him or her to jump smoothly as they touch the Nile. The first time jumpers are strongly warned against looking down at the 44 water cliff before jumping. But those afraid of heights may find the experience enormous but the knowledge that thousands of people have made a similar dive safely in the past which should be enough consolation. You can choose to close your eyes or looking straight ahead are highly recommended for it will help one remain composed and not checked out.
Once you are about to take the plunge, the feeling is difficult to describe, your heart beats and your mind tells you not to take the leap but fortunate you do and its over in minutes. The initials fall takes a few second as the rope bounces back and forth before you settling down at the bottom of the river. By this time the fear is gone and you will begin to realize how interesting the whole activity is. To most people want to do it again and again and ‘’if it wouldn’t have been the cost’’. After accessing the bottom and touching the Nile, Guides at the bottom will be waiting with a boat to untie them and taking them to a safe waiting place to recover and relax.
How safe is Bungee Jumping in Jinja?
In fact, before taking part in the activity one must sign first a form removing all liability from the company if anything goes wrong. Although nothing will go wrong! Bungee Jumping is a safe game and no accident has over occurred since the activity was in existence for more than 10 years ago. The crew has also been put in place for safely procedures to ensure that the activity is as safe as possible. The company follows the New Zealand /Australian standards for bungee jumping.
The equipment used are comparable to best equipment in the world. Jumping cords are made with high quality latex rubber made by the best under wear makers in the entire world. All equipment is tested thoroughly before use and records kept to notice that they are within their working life time.
In order to ensure safety, well trained and experienced crews are put in place for help. The company also hires international consultants yearly to review safety procedures as well as making any safety recommended.
Requirements and Important information about Bungee Jumping over the River Nile;
A participant must be at 13 years old to take part in the activity.
The minimum weight for participating is 35 kilograms. Then, the tower weight supports 260kilograms.
Pregnant women don’t dare risk to participant in the activity.
One must be free of any heart diseases, high blood pressure or any serious medical condition to participate.
You need to carry the right items for your successful activity such as comfortable hiking shoes, clothes insect repellents and Sunscreen to protect against the sun. Other valuable like jewelry need to be left behind to avoid any loss while jumping.
The code used to tie the ankles can lead to swelling. You should carry some oil to apply on the ankle area.
Avoid jumping when it is raining so as to avoid feeling less confident.
Never attempt to look down before jumping, if it is your first time. If you do so, you may lose your confidence and an open room for fear.
Always ensure that you take some memorable photography for your future remembrance.
It is important to check with the team that the equipment’s is functioning and fitting you well.
Lastly, traveler can choose to combine Bungee Jumping with Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
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