Uganda is located in East Africa neighboring countries like Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan. The country has a lot to offer to self-driving visitors and also those on inclusive safaris. When it comes to tourism, Eastern side of Uganda is above and adorable.
There are many attractions drawing many visitors on car rental to visit this region. Some of the wonders in the Eastern side of Uganda include the Mount Elgon. Sipi falls, Pain Upe, Jinja adventure destination, Nyero paintings and many more. Let’s look at some of those attraction one by one here below.
Mountain Elgon: This is one of the great mountains in Uganda. It is an extinct shield volcano shared between two countries, Uganda and Kenya. The highest point of this mountain in called Wagagi which is entirely on Uganda’s side. It is catchment area for several rivers such as the Suam River, the Nzoia River and the Lwakhakha River, which flow to Lake Victoria.
Daily hikes are conducted to the mountain, visitors on car hire basis can book a hiking safari to the mountain depending on the number of days and the point of interest. Guides can be organized and porters to the mountain.
Sipi Falls. This is also located on Mountain Elgon; it is composed of 3 waterfalls and it is possible to explore all of them by nature walk. Local guides are available at the starting point for Nature walks. The largest of the three waterfalls, known as Sipi Falls, stands at 95 meters high.
Other activities around Sipi falls which can be done by a self-drive client is village walk, Abseiling, bird watching, photography, rock climbing and many more.
Nyero paintings. Nyero paintings in the Eastern part of Uganda is among the important Rock art in Uganda. Located in Kumi district, this type of rock art is part of a homogeneous tradition often depicted in red pigment
Self-drive clients can drive to this place and see the early people art of Uganda. The paintings are a pride of Iteso people and Uganda at large.
Mabira forest. Mabira is among the great forests in Uganda with a lot of diversity of species. Small primates can be seen in this forest like different types of monkeys, natural trees and vegetation. Some of the activities done in this forest include, Nature walks to explore most of the attractions, Zip lining, birding, and many more.
Jinja: It is located in the Eastern side of Uganda, one of the most visited destinations in the region, it’s not far away from Kampala, half day drive. The place is full of adventurous attractions and activities which makes visitors on car rental not to miss visiting this place. Some of the major attractions in Jinja include
Lake Victoria: it is the biggest lake in Uganda. Its water covers many districts in Uganda, such as Wakiso, Mukono and many more. There are many touristic activities on this lake. Some of them include, swimming, fishing, bird watching, boat cruises and many more.
River Nile: This is among the longest River in the world covering many countries but its source is located in Uganda. The source of River Nile is on Lake Victoria one of the great lakes in the country. Many activities are done on this River like, white water rafting, Bungee jumping, swimming, boat cruises, and many more. Visitors on car rental basis find Jinja as a relaxing destination, most of them visit this place lastly on their itineraries, or others start with it. Also, self-drive clients on weekend gateways, public holidays like Eastern weekend, find Jinja as a suitable destination.
Where to sleep in Eastern side of Uganda.
There are many accommodation facilities in Eastern side of Uganda, visitors on car rental choose basing on the level and preference. Some are budget, midrange or luxury. Examples include, Nile Resort in Jinja, Haven, the Mansions, 2 friends, there is also Mbale resort, Sipi River lodge and many more.
