Archive for January, 2010
Come And Experience Live Life With Bungee Jumping At The Source Of River Nile In Uganda
When you think of the word ‘Bungee jumping’ instantly images of being flung off a bridge with only a single rubber band spring to mind. Sounds crazy? Well thats half the point. Uganda is full of interesting things. It is hard for me to describe how i felt when i was flung from that top. But for sure this is a “must not miss” when you visit Uganda
Bungee jumping! Its all about doing something that you couldn’t believe that you could do and overcoming your inner most fears. For sure it’s a wild adrenalin rush but it has also been developed with a series of ropes and back up ropes which makes it possible to jump off a bridge and still be able to yell “I did it” at the end.
It felt as if I could fly with my arms stretched widely in imitation of flight. Wind rushed through my hair and my cheeks pressed strongly against my face as I accelerated to toward the water.
In that remarkable feeling of slow motion I had plenty of time to think I could even enjoy the view as the cliff face flashed past in a blur and the river rose up to meet me.
Puffy white clouds seemed miraculously within reach and within seconds my fingers combed through the waters of the Nile. I hadnt imagined the whole movement to be so graceful and the splashes on my face emboldened the reality of the water touch.
I had only seconds to enjoy the proximity of the water before the latex rubber retracted and I was accelerating skywards.
This part of the bungee jumping had been given no thought as I had been so focused on the initial plunge and whether this enlarged rubber band would halt my speedy descent after all the most common use of the rubber is to hold up womens underwear.
I had never intended to bungee jumping but afterwards as the adrenalin pumped through my body and the rush took over I struggled to contain the excitement. This had been one of the best decisions I had made in some time.
It remains one of the most bizarre and unforgettable experiences of my life; to force myself to leap from a platform at what seemed like an impossible height above the Nile.It reminded me the escapades i passed through when i went for mountaineering in Mt Rwenzori
lt;stronggt;am’i a jumpmaster? no no………. lt;/stronggt;
The jump master in charge of the platform had kindly assured me that the most dangerous thing about bungee jumping was driving on the road between Kampala and Jinja
As I sat nervously in the Congolese kings chair a soft cotton towel was wrapped around my ankles. Cam and Phil calmly explained the foottie system which was developed in New Zealand and this made me firm to continue with my bungee .
They said that I would be attached by my ankles and that the webbing bound firmly around my lower legs would pull tighter as I jumped I was fine with that.
Nile High Bungee is one of the most spectacular sights you can imagine. The views from the bungee tower are sensational and when the tower is not in use for jumping a troop of Vervet monkeys stand guard against the Nile.
About the writer: Twinomugisha Charles is a Retired Tour and Travel Guide in Millennium Tours and Travel Company in Uganda and now works with EOffice Management a company that deals in Computers and Computer Accessories. More of his articles can be found at Bungee Jumping on the source of River Nile and at Kayaking and Rafting the Mighty River Nile in Uganda
Coleman Camping Gear – Campers Best Friend
The name Coleman is synonymous with camping gears of high quality. Throughout America you can conveniently find Coleman stores. Not only that you can buy any of their items online. Coleman has all the camping gears and supplies that you can imaginably need such as tents sleeping bags lanterns stoves backpacks coolers you name it. Aside from the basics Coleman also has other items such as camping furniture to make your camping adventure truly relaxing and enjoyable.
It helps a lot if you come fully prepared when embarking on a camping trip. While in the outdoors you cannot expect to find things that you need nearby. So make a checklist. If you do not know what items you to bring just look into the website of Coleman and youll find a complete listing for each campers particular camping gear need.
Camping gears are not all what you need during your outdoor trip. Having fun is more important. Enjoy nature or explore a nearby water. Water sports can be enjoyed with Colemans towables inflatable boats even an inflatable island.
For your special someone who appreciates camping a Coleman gift is a sure winner. The array of choices may overwhelm you but youre sure to find something perfect for you.
If you want guaranteed quality choose the best brand in camping gear Coleman. You can trust Coleman when it comes to the outdoors as the company itself is very avid when it comes to camping. They also take much effort by offering any service such as tour guides maps and a list of things to bring. They also give expert opinions on how to take care of your outdoor supplies and other pertinent advice. All these and more can been seen at their website. All Coleman products have warranties you need not worry when an item is broken. With Coleman no less than excellent service is guaranteed.
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Coach Holidays: 3 Great Ways To Have The Most Fantastic Time
Coach holidays are highly in demand these days for two great reasons: it is practical and highly convenient. You do not need to finetune your car and save money for the gases. Whats more you do not have to limit the people who can go with you. With a motor coach you can have as many as 50 who can tag along and not only enjoy the sceneries but having a fantastic time roaming around the United Kingdom. And if these were not enough motor coaches on coach holidays are a lot safer than automobiles airplanes boats or even trains.
Tours for Coach Holidays
Coach holidays can be spent for as short as one day or as long as two weeks. That definitely depends on your time and financial constraints. But you do not have to worry at all as there are plenty of motor coach operators and providers who can always meet your needs.
Here are 3 fantastic coach holiday options for you:
1. Take a oneday tour all over London. If you are in a hurry and you do not have much time to spend in the UK a trip all over the city of London will be enough. Your coach holidays will include a walk towards the Big Ben a pose in the Buckingham Palace shopping for a good read at Notting Hill or cooking up with some great English recipes at your home with a tour into the city market. Wherever you go you are assured that with coach holidays you are brought from one point to another pronto. After all you only have less than 24 hours to see all the most beautiful attractions of the metropolis.
2. Get to watch all of your favorite British sports. What better way to enjoy the Grand Prix or the British Motor Show than to have your best buddies around? Whats more you do not have to remain couch potatoes or force one another to buy drinks just to get a glimpse of the action on a TV in a bar. You can bring the entire troop right to where the fun and excitement is. A lot of these operators offering coach holidays can not only provide you with a ride but can also give you tickets and even accommodation reservation just in case you need to stay for more than a day at the location.
3. Watch a theatrical performance over the weekend. The best teacher is the one who exposes his or her students to real culture. Those who are into performance arts can always spend short coach holidays over the weekend so he or she can bring his or her entire class for a theatrical performance at the weekend. You can see musicales stage plays operas monologuesname it! You can also coordinate with the operator so you do not need to purchase the tickets all by yourself. And since you have the most comfortable and safest ride parents would not think twice of spending one of those coach holidays with you.
About the writer: Robert Janis from IMG Coach specializes in writing articles relating to the automotive industry and coach holidays in the US. Visit his website at www.imgcoach.com
