Activities - Things to do near Jinja

Wake up surrounded by birdsong and the soft breeze from Lake Victoria. Here, nature is close, peaceful and easy to explore. And when you feel ready for more action, Jinja - the adventure capital of East Africa - is just 15 minutes away.

At Stevalyn’s Ridge View Lodge, you can choose your pace.
Slow mornings in the garden.
A walk through the hills.
A day full of adventure on the Nile.
Or a cultural encounter that immerses you in everyday village life. 

Explore at your own pace

Below you’ll find a selection of activities we can help arrange. From calm nature moments to high-energy adventures and local culture experiences.

Nature & relaxation

(bird watching, nature walks, peaceful outings)

Take a quiet walk around the lodge or into the nearby hills. 

Watch the colors of Lake Victoria change throughout the day.

Sit in the garden with a book or listening to the birds around.

Nature & relaxation activities include:

  • Bird watching around Lake Victoria and Samuka Island (a known bird sanctuary)

  • Nature walks through the peaceful hills near the lodge

  • Boat rides for relaxed sightseeing and photography

💡 Great activities for guests who want calm mornings, families with children, or those looking to unwind after a safari.

Adventure & activities

(rafting, tubing, kayaking, bungee jumping, ziplining) 

If you’re looking for excitement, Jinja has an abundance of activities to do. 

From world-class rafting to adrenaline-filled ziplining, everything is within reach.

Popular adventure activities are: 

  • White-water rafting on the Nile (top providers: Adrift, Nalubale)

  • Tubing on gentler sections of the river

  • Kayaking for both beginners and advanced paddlers

  • Zip lining across Mabira Forest or lakeside venues like Living Waters Resort

  • Bungee jumping over the Nile (Adrift)

  • Boat trips to Itanda Falls or Busowooko Falls

  • Fishing trips

💡 Fun & excitement for couples, groups and adventure travelers exploring Uganda.

Let us help you arrange your activities

We work with trusted local guides and activity partners to make planning easy.

Just tell us what you feel like doing - slow, adventurous or cultural - and we’ll help arrange it.