Itanda Falls
Thundering rapids on the White Nile, with white water churning between the rocks, regarded by locals as the dwelling of spirits.
Itanda Falls lies about 30 km north of Jinja, where the river channel is cut by rocks into a series of enormous white-water rapids. It is one of the most spectacular rapids on the White Nile, too fierce to be on commercial rafting routes. The local Busoga people believe spirits dwell in the river, and rituals are often held on its banks. The viewpoint is on the east bank, with a small entrance fee, simple wooden platforms and a café, where you can watch rafting boats pass downstream. The dirt roads are bumpy, so it is best to hire a car or boda boda for a round trip.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Kalagala Falls
- Bujagali
- White Nile Rafting
- Mabira Forest
- Source of the Nile Bridge & Owen Falls Dam
- Source of the Nile
- Jinja Old Town
- Jinja Central Market