For centuries, the source of the Nile was one of geography’s great mysteries, with speculation dating to the Greek geographer Ptolemy in 150 CE. Eventually, Uganda’s Ripon Falls was identified as the starting point, although the river draws from tributaries stretching into Rwanda and Burundi, as well as the Blue Nile in Ethiopia. While the Nile headwaters have drawn tourists to Uganda, the country offers more. Jinja, a town near Ripon Falls, serves as a gateway to Uganda’s wider landscape of adventure tourism, wildlife, and natural sites. Modern tourism around this island combines a boat trip to the Nile’s outlet from Lake Victoria with access to rafting, bungee jumping, and other activities. The wider region offers the Rwenzori Mountains and distinctive wildlife, as well as Mabira Forest, which hosts rare tree species. Nearby Ssezibwa Falls is a site of living spiritual traditions and local mythology, while farther north, Murchison Falls forces the Nile through a narrow gorge. Sipi Falls, on the slopes of Mount Elgon, adds another major attraction. Together, these sites offer a wealth of experiences for visitors to the country.