Busowoko falls is one of the most beautiful and breath-taking waterfalls that Uganda has. It is strategically located in Jinja in Eastern part of Uganda also known as Uganda’s tourist city along the rapids of the Nile River. This fall offers the most stunning and picturesque views and it would be a great stop over especially while using the eastern route of Uganda. Busowoko falls is approximately 80km from Kampala to Busowoko falls which makes it even more accessible by Tourists. Not forgetting Busowoko falls is located next to the source of the Nile River which is a create tourist site to visit while at Jinja district. While at Busowoko one can get relaxing activities such as water massages that shall indeed make ones Uganda tour at Busowoko falls an interesting and great one.
Tourist activities that can be carried out at Busowoko falls.
Tubing at the falls; This involves sitting on an inflatable tube with belts holding one to the inflatable tube, Tubing at Buswoko falls is one of the most enjoyable activities to carry out as one is able to float from the smooth rapids of the falls to the intense rapids of the falls. However, it is important to not that this activity must be done by the aid of a tour guide as it is a very and extremely risky activity. Tubing also comes at a cost depending on the charges offered by the different tubing companies at Busowoko falls. This activity usually takes around 1 to 2 hrs depending on the water levels and the insensitivity of the rapids on the falls. Tubin g is one of the most exciting activity tourists can involve in while on a Uganda waterfall tour at Busowoko falls.
White water rafting; while on the rapids of the Nile River below Busowoko Falls one can carry out white water rafting and explore this beautiful fall. While white water rafting one is able to experience the beautiful and wonderful aura that surround Busowoko falls. White water rafting usually takes 1 to 3 hrs depending on an individual liking can always be customised. White water rafting also gives one opportunity to view wildlife species like hippos, crocodiles to mention but a few. It is indeed a fun activity to carryout while on a Uganda waterfall tour at Busowoko falls.
Bird watching; Busowoko falls is filled with numerous bird species that include; Lonely African darter, African open bill, sunbirds, Oprey nesting and Wedge of egrets to mention but a few. On addition to these bird species are the different birds found on the banks of the Nile River and these shall indeed fulfil a birders experience while on a Uganda birding safari/ tour at Busowoko falls.
Water massage; While at Busowoko falls one can carryout a thrilling and fun water massage which is done by a professional. This is also usually known as a sweet pain massage as one is able to be relieve of all muscle pain during this massage. The water massage at Busowoko falls usually is intended at relaxing one’s muscles and also helping one to enjoy the themselves while at the falls. This activity usually comes at the cost depending on the services of the massage company operators. However, this is indeed a great activity one can enjoy while at Busowoko falls.
Hiking; The rocks at Busowoko falls provide a beautiful hiking opportunities as they are not so high and not so low. This makes it very possible for one to be able to hike from the bottom of the falls the top of the falls. However, one must not carry hiking activities without the aid of a guide as this is a risky although thrilling activity. Local tour guides would also be a great assistance as the know all the paths through the rocks that lead to the top of the of the falls that is the more comfortable rocks to manoeuvre. Hiking at Busowoko falls can be carried out as an individual or as a group people, this depends on the choice of the tourist while on a Uganda waterfall tour at Busowoko falls.
Cultural encounter; Busowoko falls is surrounded by the mighty Basoga people from Busoga Kingdom who have a rich and interesting culture not forgetting that these people have beautiful traditional dances and songs which a tourist at Busowoko falls won’t miss while on a Uganda waterfall tour at Busowoko falls. A tourist also gets to the learn the day-to-day ways of life the Basoga people, get to taste their locally made chapatti or Rolex as the local cuisine, know the cultural significance of Busowoko falls to the people of Busoga and also purchase the locally made craft such as baskets, bracelets, bead work to mention but a few.
The best time to visit Busowoko falls is during the dry months of January, February, June, July, August, September and December.
