Overview
Experience one of the best Queen Elizabeth National Park safari Uganda adventures on this 3 day journey combining wildlife, primates, and scenic landscapes. This safari includes game drives, chimpanzee trekking in Kalinzu Forest, and a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, offering an unforgettable Uganda safari experience. You can combine this safari with gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a complete Uganda experience. Why Visit Queen Elizabeth National Park? One of Uganda’s most diverse parks; famous for tree-climbing lions; home to elephants, buffaloes, hippos; over 600 bird species. Overview details: Price from $539 USD; Meals: Full Board & Drinking water; Best Time: All year round. Good to know: Minimum age 12 years; 2+ people required to run this tour. The itinerary covers transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, a game drive and Kazinga Channel boat safari, and chimpanzee tracking before returning to Kampala or Entebbe. Highlights include wildlife viewing, boat safari, chimpanzee trekking in Kalinzu Forest, and scenic stops at the Equator, Karegyeya Rock, and Kitagata Hot Springs.
Itinerary
Scenic drive from Kampala or Entebbe with stops at the Equator, Karegyeya Rock Viewpoint, and Kitagata Hot Springs.
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Kampala or Entebbe, passing rolling hills, tea plantations, and vibrant local villages. Stop at the Equator for a coffee break and a fun photo session. Next, we visit Karegyeya Rock Viewpoint—an ancient rock formation with stunning panoramic views and rich local folklore. Then we continue to the Kitagata Hot Springs, where you can dip your feet in the naturally warm, healing waters. As we approach Queen Elizabeth National Park, we stop at the escarpment to take in breathtaking views before checking into your lodge. Accommodation: The Baboon Safari Resort.
Morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park followed by a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel.
Rise early for a thrilling morning game drive through Queen Elizabeth’s open plains. Look out for elephants, lions, buffaloes, leopards, and a range of antelope species. Keep your eyes open for the rare tree-climbing lions of Ishasha! After lunch, embark on a peaceful boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a waterway teeming with hippos, crocodiles, and an incredible array of birdlife including kingfishers and African fish eagles. Accommodation: The Baboon Safari Resort.
Guided chimpanzee tracking in Kalinzu Forest and return journey with a stop at the Equator.
After an early breakfast, head to Kalinzu Forest for a guided chimpanzee tracking experience. Walk through lush forest trails as your guide helps you spot and observe chimps up close in their natural home. After this incredible encounter, begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe. Along the way, stop again at the Equator for lunch and souvenir shopping. You’ll arrive in the evening and be dropped off at your preferred location.
Useful Information
- Visas
- Meals are full board with drinking water. Best time is all year round. Minimum age is 12 years. At least 2 people are required to run this tour. You can customize the trip and sample itineraries are adjustable to preferences. The tour mentions a suggested tip of $10 per person per day. Packing tips listed: binoculars, camera.
