Rafting Adventure Trip On South Sudan's Nile River, Tourist Activities and Attractions In South Sudan
The Nile River, the longest river in the world, is called the father of African rivers. It rises south of the Equator and flows northward through northeastern Africa to drain into the Mediterranean Sea. It has a length of about 4,132 miles (6,650 kilometers) and drains an area estimated at 1,293,000 square miles (3,349,000 square kilometers). Its basin includes parts of Tanzania, Burundi, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Sudan, and the cultivated part of Egypt. Its most distant source is the Kagera River in Burundi.
The 170-kilometer length of the White Nile between Nimule and Juba is a wild and seldom visited stretch of the Nile River. The Nile is one of the world’s mightiest rivers, and it is the lifeblood of more than 8 countries including South Sudan as listed above. On this wide and impressive watercourse in the south of the country, it is possible to raft on the Nile and see crocodiles and hippos, lazing around as well as sighting elephants and other wildlife species in Ninumule National Park.
The White Nile is one of the two main tributaries of the Nile, the other being the Blue Nile. The name comes from the clay sediment carried in the water that changes the water to a pale color. The name refers to the river formed at Lake No, at the confluence of the Bahr al Jabal and Bahr el Ghazal Rivers. The White Nile, which is the longest of the two, starts with streams that flow into Lake Victoria, the world's largest tropical lake. It emerges as the Victoria Nile, then traverses swampy Lake Kyoga and Murchison (Kabalega) Falls before reaching Lake Albert. The Nile River empties into the Mediterranean Sea in northern Egypt. The Nile pours out into the world’s largest swamp; the Sudd and losing much of its water to evaporation. Despite all this, it remains a haven for diverse wildlife and some of the best angling in East Africa.
Whitewater rafting adventure was introduced in South Sudan, and a crew was set up near Nimule allowing adventurous travelers to row through the challenging Nile rapids from Nimule to the capital Juba. The whitewater rafting experience here is even more adventurous considering that you will pass through areas with hippos, crocodiles, antelopes, primates, and elephants.
White-water rafting on the Nile is a new addition to South Sudan’s tourist options, and you can enjoy a short splash at Nimule or paddle to Juba. The rapids will make you buzz with adrenaline, especially when you realize just how many hippopotamuses and crocodiles are sharing the water, and in calmer stretches, there are great possibilities for birdwatching and fishing.
There are stops as well on the islands and calmer waters for sport fishing or birding. If you are in Juba for the weekend, you can book a whitewater rafting trip. The activity starts early in the morning. The first eight kilometers are grade 4 rapids and can be nerving for inexperienced rafters. After that things, things get easier as the rapids change to grades 3 and 2.
Other Things to Do on the White Nile:
Swimming and Kayaking:
After White Water rafting, the Nile River takes you to a water pool where you can swim and enjoy the natural beauty of wildlife. Swimming in the White River Nile in South Sudan is so fascinating. It is one of the best ways to soak up the heat and enjoy rain sprinkles, depending on the month you visit this place. You can also opt for kayaking on this river to experience the Nile and its surrounding communities.
Boat cruise:
Boating on the Nile is an activity you should not miss if you love to participate in extreme sports. It is different from White Water rafting as it allows you to pass through the rapid currents of the Nile at various speeds, racing through its waves. This activity is fun, exhilarating, and safe.
Biking:
This activity is conducted on the shores of the White Nile Nile. Biking allows you to explore and experience the neighboring communities, their farmlands, the natural vegetation around them, and Juba city surroundings. All this is calming and rejuvenating.
Spot Fishing:
Visitors can also in spot fishing where they get to catch different fish species such as the big Nile Perch, Tilapia, and Cat Fish among others.
You can be a part of several other activities on and around the White Nile River. If you are unaware of how to go about this and wish to experience various safaris along with spending time at the Nile River, Ultimate Wild Safaris provides the option of customizing your tour package accordingly. This can give you a chance to explore the Nile River and various other adventurous activities, natural life, and tourist attractions in South Sudan.
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