Jinja and the Nile

Located on roughly six hectares on Kalagala Island, Wildwaters Lodge lies on a unique private island mid-stream within the mighty River Nile in Uganda: around 25km downstream from Jinja in eastern Uganda. It’s in a sublime location and only reached by boat which makes it a very adventurous place to stay. It is uniquely perched on granite rocks with dramatic and exciting rapids roaring all around.

Activities on the river for guests in the nearby adventure hub of the Jinja area including heart-pounding white-water rafting or bungee jumping and gentler horse riding or fishing. Additionally, Wildwaters is a perfect platform for viewing some of the more than 1000 bird species that Uganda is so famous for – from turacos and cuckoos to hawks and eagles – and you might also spot giant otters and monitor lizards in the water.

After an adventurous day Wildwaters Lodge also offers a relaxing and intimate location for honeymooners and couples looking for some quiet time. Especially for those taking advantage of the spa nestled over this ancient river.

The sounds on the mighty Nile are quite hypnotic and calming so Wildwaters offers an experience for all the senses. And for posting on Facebook or Instagram, nothing beats these views.

Wildwaters Lodge is open year-round affording guests the opportunity to enjoy this piece of paradise during all seasons.

Witness the majesty of the River Nile in this team-orientated setting and make memories to last you a lifetime.

Adrift Overland Camp has been designed and built by a team with many many years experience of life on the adventurous roads of East Africa. We know what’s important to you – good comfort food, cold drinks, reliable power, Wi-Fi and a range of different sleeping options. We’ve got you covered.

A mere five-minute walk from the majestic Kalagala Waterfall viewpoint.

One of our latest additions to Adrift Uganda, Adrift River Club, is a mere five-minute walk from the majestic Kalagala Waterfall viewpoint. It’s also close to our adventure hub, the Adrift Adventure Centre, where we can schedule all your water- and land-based activities for you. There are 6x river-facing and 3x garden-facing bedroom ensuite rooms to choose from. Children are welcome, making it perfect for an adventure-filled family holiday in Uganda.

The Haven is a peaceful, relaxed and well-maintained eco river lodge that is consistently rated one of the best family-friendly accommodations and restaurants in the Jinja region of eastern Uganda. Enjoy the tranquility and breath-taking view over the starting point of rafting at the White Nile’s first waterfall. Leave the strains of town life behind as you gaze at the gently flowing water of the longest river in the world. (The falls below The Haven are unaffected by the Itanda Falls dam, meaning the view and sounds are as soothing as ever).

The Haven Eco River Lodge prides itself on its environmental credentials. ‘The lodge is solar-powered, provides 24-hour electricity and hot water. The clean water we source from our 20 meter deep borehole, which is UV filtered 24/7 as an additional precaution.