Itanda Falls, on the Nile river is the hidden treasure that is a must see. Known to kayakers and rafters, including Prince William, the Prince of Wales (the heir apparent to the British throne) this stretch of the Nile is what eluded many visiting Uganda for a long time.
Lying adjacent to Kalagala falls, the two falls now habours the power of the Nile following the the disappearance of Bujagali Falls after a new power dam was constructed there. Itanda falls has gained popularity and the attention has been placed on this jewel of the Nile.
Home of Uganda’s kayaking, all-terrain hunting, fishing, biking and whitewater rafting
Itanda Falls are 18 kilometers north-west of Jinja city making it an opportunity for bird watching (especially the weaver birds), camping and picnic outings. It’s a 45 minute drive from Jinja city.
The falls are an amazing hidden treasure with different activities that take place including rafting and kayaking among others. The Itanda Falls is used by all six whitewater rafting levels. It is the Paradise of Kayakers and Rafters.
Itanda falls is one of the most spectacular and beautiful hidden treasures of Uganda. The Itanda falls is a steep cascade roaring waterfall on the majestic River Nile the longest river in the world, the water is estimated at 100 meters deep. Whirlpools can drag one down 50 meters, according to journals kept by rafters, before letting go. Sharp rocks and the rocket-like current can trap even the most experienced.
Itanda Falls is located along the Nile River and it is hard to ignore them when it comes to Jinja. Although it is not easily accessible, it is a peaceful place just 27 km from Jinja town and rarely visited by tourists making it retain its natural beauty. Itanda Falls is considered a sacred place by the locals, who pray for healing from the area. In addition, visitors can also participate in kayaking, all-terrain hunting, fishing, biking, whitewater rafting, and fishing are some of the most popular activities here. This waterfall deserves to be one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Uganda. Complete it with bungee jumping at Kalagala Falls.
