Ssezibwa Falls
A culturally sacred waterfall beside the Kampala–Jinja road, said by legend to be the incarnation of twin brothers, where the Baganda come to pray for blessings.
Ssezibwa Falls lies in Mukono District, about 45 km from Jinja. The falls are not very high, but the water splits into several streams surrounded by lush trees. According to Baganda legend, the river here is the embodiment of a pair of twin brothers, and people still come to make offerings for children and good luck; traditional shrines stand on the banks. The site has trails, bird-watching and rock-climbing activities, and charges admission. It is a good place to stop for an hour on the way back to Kampala.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Mabira Forest
- Kalagala Falls
- Itanda Falls
- Bujagali
- White Nile Rafting
- Source of the Nile Bridge & Owen Falls Dam
- Source of the Nile
- Lake Victoria (Jinja shore)