Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari Experience
Queen Elizabeth National Park is one of the most popular safari destinations in Uganda, known for its diverse wildlife, stunning landscapes, and unique experiences. A safari experience in Queen Elizabeth National Park offers the opportunity to see a wide variety of animals in their natural habitat, including elephants, lions, hippos, buffalo, and a wide range of bird species. Visitors can enjoy game drives through the park, where they can spot wildlife roaming freely in the savannah and grasslands. The park is also home to the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, a unique sight that is not to be missed. Boat cruises along the Kazinga Channel offer a different perspective of the wildlife, with the chance to see hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife up close. For those interested in primate trekking, Queen Elizabeth National Park is home to chimpanzees in the Kyambura Gorge, offering the opportunity to track and observe these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat. The park also offers opportunities for guided nature walks, birdwatching, and cultural experiences with the local communities. Accommodation options in Queen Elizabeth National Park range from luxury lodges to budget-friendly campsites, providing visitors with a range of choices to suit their preferences and budget. Overall, a safari experience in Queen Elizabeth National Park is sure to be a memorable and enriching adventure for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari Experience
Our 3 Days Safari will take you to Uganda’s Largest National Park which is located in the northwestern part of the country covering an area of approximately 3,840sqkm. it was gazette as a National park and game reserve in 1926. The Park was named after the Murchison falls that flows along the Albert Nile River which separates the park into two sections namely the southern and the northern sectors. It’s a habitat to over 550 species of birds and 76 species of mammals.
This trip starts from Entebbe or Kampala, our first stopover is at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary- the only place in Uganda where you can see rhinos in the wilderness, the Trek takes between 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on far the rhinos have moved, you will have lunch at the sanctuary before heading to Murchison falls National Park, one of the most interesting national parks that Uganda has to offer. The major activities done in the park include the game drives and the cruise to the bottom of the falls.
While in the park, game drives are done in the delta, Buligi Peninsular and at the heart of Murchison, several animals can be seen including elephants, buffalos, giraffes, lions and leopards among other animals.
The 3-hour boat cruise to the bottom of the falls offers another opportunity to see these animals and they come to water especially on the sunny day, animals sighted on this cruise include Crocodiles, Hippos, Buffalos and so many bird species like the kingfishers, Hornbills, bee-eaters, Egyptian geese, and pelicans.You visit to Murchison Falls National Park will crown with a visit to the top of the falls, Murchison falls are the world most powerful falls, where the wide river Nile waters squeezes in 8meter wide gorge, this is a scene you should never miss.
The Park can also be accessed by air. should you prefer to fly instead of driving. we are happy to assist you arrange for the flights.For a more details and ideas on what else to do and to stay, please get in touch with us.
Safari Highlights:● Morning and evening Game drives in 4×4 Vehicles with open roof in Kasenyi Plains● Boat cruise along the Kazinga channel● Optional Predator or Lion Tracking● Optional Chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge or Kalinzu Forest● Nature walks● Community tours around Katara
Detailed Itinerary:Day 1: Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park (Approx. 6-7hrs drive)After breakfast at the hotel, your driver guide will pick you for a transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enroute brief stopover at the Equator in Kayabwe. The Equator line separates the earth’s northern and southern hemispheres. It’s one of the few places where one can stand in one place but be in both hemispheres at the same time. You will continue with your journey and have the next stopover for Lunch at the Igongo cultural center. Arrive in the afternoon at your Lodge. Check in and evening relaxation as you prepare for next day’s activities. Dinner and Overnight at your Lodge. Full BoardAccommodation Options:
● Lake George View Golf Resort (Luxury)● Baboon Safari Resort/Elephant Hub Lodge/Twin Lakes Safari Lodge (BUDGET)● Park View Safari Lodge/Buffalo Safari Lodge/(MIDRANGE)● Elephant Plains/ Mweya Lodge/Katara Lodge/Kyambura Gorge (UPMARKET)
Day 2: Game drive and Boat ride along the Kazinga channelAfter an early morning breakfast, depart for your morning game drive in Kasenyi areas. Look out for wildlife animals such as Lions, Leopards, Buffalos, Elephants, Antelopes, Warthogs, Waterbucks, Bushbucks and so on. Lunch and in the afternoon set out for the launch cruise along the Kazinga channel. The channel connects Lake Edward and Lake George. The channel is a home to one of Africa’s largest hippo populations and bird species. this 3hrs boat cruise will enrich you with views of the water loving animals such as Hippos, Elephants, Buffalos, Crocodiles and other antelopes as we as bird species. Return to your Lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.Accommodation Options:● Lake George View Golf Resort (Luxury)● Baboon Safari Resort/Elephant Hub Lodge/Twin Lakes Safari Lodge (BUDGET)● Park View Safari Lodge/Buffalo Safari Lodge/(MIDRANGE)● Elephant Plains/ Mweya Lodge/Katara Lodge/Kyambura Gorge (UPMARKET)
Day 3: Queen Elizabeth N. Park to Kampala/EntebbeAfter enjoying 2 successful days in Queen Elizabeth, it’s time to check out of your Lodge after breakfast and depart for Kampala or Entebbe with lunch en route. Drop off at your Hotel in Kampala or at the Airport for your onward flight back home. (Breakfast and Lunch)END OF 3 DAYS QUEEN ELIZABETH SAFARI EXPERIENCE