Bungee jumping in Jinja rewards adventure seekers the opportunity of leaping over the mighty source of the Nile, from one of the most magnificent bungee jumping sites in the World.  Adrenaline seekers are offered options of tandem jumping and water touches in the company of award-wining 5-star jumping crew that are by far one of the most accredited on the African Continent.

How Bungee jumping in Jinja is conducted

Bungee jumping in Jinja is conducted in two different ways that include ankle tie then jump with the face looking downwards. The second option of bungee jumping is whole-body tie where participants float like a butterfly but whichever option is taken, the instructor counts to three then shouts “Bungee”. This is the point you jump and the most beautiful part is when you touch the waters of the Nile River and the activity lasts one hour from registration/briefing to the point you connect to the River banks.

On arrival at the Bungee jumping spot, you will be registered including making payments and signing waiver form. It is during the registration process that participants can choose between tandem jumping and water touches then attend briefing while other visitors wait to cheer you. If you are a first-time bungee jumper, you are strongly warned against looking down the 44-meter cliff before or while jumping. Visitors that are scared of heights might opt out of the experience at the last-minute but as you contemplate opting out, remember that thousands of visitors have taken part in the experience and emerged successful. After enjoying the jump and reaching the bottom, there will be a stand-by boat waiting to untie and take you to the banks of the Nile River.

Safety guidelines to be followed for successful Bungee Jumping in Jinja

First, Bungee jumping in Jinja is conducted by an award-winning 5-star jump crew that is so far the most accredited in Africa. The crew which operates this adventure boasts a decade of experience and equipment used have been certified by International Organization for Standardization (ISO), in addition to regulated audit being done for all crew members. Also, maintenance routines are done for the equipment and the purpose built bungee jump platform was set up and currently operated under the highest International (Canadian and United States) standards. The minimum age for Bungee jumping in Jinja is 13 years, while minimum weight 35 kilograms and maximum being 250 kilograms Also, visitors with heart-related complications and hypertension, pregnant women are advised to desist from undertaking this adrenaline-packed activity.

Besides Jinja, Bungee jumping in Africa is conducted in Kenya (at the Rapids Camp), South Africa (at Bloukrans Bridge) and Zimbabwe (at the spectacular Victoria falls). Other adventures in Jinja include sport fishing, whitewater rafting, horse rides, quad bikes, boat trips to the Source of R. Nile and many others.

Essential Bungee Jumping gear.

Before anything else, avoid undertaking Bungee jumping during heavy downpours and some of the essential gear includes comfortable clothing, well-fitting shoes and valuables such as jewelry should be left out.

Best time for Bungee Jumping in Jinja.

Bungee Jumping in Jinja is usually conducted anytime around the year although the dry season is perfect because downpours are not expected.

Places to stay after your Bungee Jumping experience in Jinja.

Some of the exquisite places to stay during Bungee jumping trips in Jinja include Jinja Nile Resort, Nile Front Cottages, Wild waters Lodge, Victoria Panorama Hotel, Nile Village Hotel & Spa and Jinja City Hotel among others.

How to Reach Jinja

On arrival at Entebbe International Airport or from Kampala City, the main means to reach Jinja is by taxi / Matatu – about two and a half hours’ drive via the Kampala-Jinja highway.