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Grade 5 White Water Rafting with Nile River Explorers

Explorers Rafting - Click to enlarge imageFull Day Grade 5 White River Rafting
US$125- per person
US$65- re-run
US$115- per person half day option

We have chosen the perfect 30 kilometer stretch of the Nile River. The first few rapids are low grade, 1’s & 2’s, and give clients a growing sense of confidence. As the river meanders through beautiful scenery, we guide the rafts into the mighty challenges of some of the best grade 5 rapids in the world. Twelve major rapids are rafted plus lots of lower graded runs; all selected to maximize your safety and fun.

On the river we suggest you wear light clothing, ideally; shorts and t-shirt, and bring plenty of sunscreen. We also suggest going bare foot in the rafts.

Rafters meet daily at 9.00am at Explorers Backpackers - Jinja. If you require the free transport from Kampala please contact us to make the necessary arrangements.

Explorers Rafting - Click to enlarge imageUndoubtedly the best deal on the Nile. This is what you get for your money:

* FREE same day return transport from Kampala, if required

Shuttle pick up points
Kampala Backpackers 07.00am
Lugogo Mall (outside Game) 07.30am
Red Chili Hideaway 07.45am
Reservations essential (please indicate on the online booking form).

Arrives at Explorers Backpackers 9am
Departs Explorers Campsite at approx 6pm. Reservations essential (please indicate on the online booking form).

* A full breakfast on arrival

* A light midday meal on the river and drinking water en route

* A massive BBQ with beers and sodas at the end of the day

* Full safety briefing

* All the latest equipment

* Safety raft and kayakers with every trip

* The chance to raft 30 kms of the biggest and safest white water in the world

* Should you decide to stay over in Jinja, we offer, 2 free nights camping, one free night dormitory or a discount if you decide to upgrade to a private room.

* Nile Porch clients will receive 5% per person discount on one nights accommodation.

Each rafting trip is professionally filmed, what better way to complete the perfect day than to relax and watch the day's action? Copies are available for purchase on either video or DVD (available on PAL or NTSC).

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Other N.R.E rafting options

Full Day Family Raft Trip (Grade 3) - Adults US$120, Kids (8-15 years olds) US$105. All the same inclusives as the Grade 5 but with a milder ride. (Minimum of 3 people required).

Explorers Rafting - Click to enlarge imageThis beautiful section of river is day two of our multiday rafting. Thirty kilometers from the source of the Nile the river slows down ending the series of grade 5 rapids, leaving the perfect run for a more relaxed trip.

Remote and unspoilt it is the ideal trip for families or groups who want to experience the rapids on the Nile without flipping the rafts. Warm water, safe pools to swim, islands full of birds, fishermen in dugouts.

Family Float Trip - Adults US$30- and Kids US$20-

For the not so adventurous, or the not so tall, why not spend your time drifting down the river from the very Source of the Nile to Bujagali Falls. Beautiful islands, birdlife and low grade rapids make it the ideal family outing for both young and old.

Explorers Rafting - Click to enlarge imageTwo day raft trip - US$250-
The best of the Grade 5 and Grade 3 trips combined.

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