Queen Elizabeth National Park
Discover the wonders of Queen Elizabeth National Park, where untamed wilderness meets stunning biodiversity. Immerse yourself in Uganda’s natural heritage, with encounters ranging from big game to vibrant bird life. There are more large mammals in Queen Elizabeth National Park than elsewhere in Uganda.
How to get to the Queen Elizabeth National Park
The Park is 250miles to the West of Kampala. Driving there is an 8-hour journey. Flying will take about one hour.
You can fly in from Entebbe International Airport or the Kajjansi Airfield close to Kampala. You will land at Kasese, Ishasha, or Mweya. You can take a chartered flight or a commercial flight.
No matter what you choose, tour companies will organize everything. Airport transfers included.
What to wear while on Safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park
A light fleece jacket or a rain jacket will protect you from rain. Neutral-colored clothing will help you blend in. Long sleeves and collars protect you from mud, bugs, twigs, dust, or crawling creatures.
Light and non-synthetic fabric will keep you comfortable.
When to Visit Queen Elizabeth National Park
You can visit Queen Elizabeth National Park any time of the year. January and February will give you the best game viewing experience without too much rain and mud. So will June and July.
Avoid April, May, October, and December. Some roads can be impassable.
June-September is the high season in Uganda because of Gorilla trekking. It is less crowded between April and November.
Accommodation in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Your agent will help you book the ideal accommodation for your budget and taste. Here are some of your options:
Queen Elizabeth National Park Attractions
- An exciting two-hour cruise along the Kazinga Channel will give you a close-up view of hippos, crocodiles, birds, elephants, and buffalo herds.
- Cultural tours offer opportunities to visit a salt mine and traditional homes and enjoy music and dance.
- Unique tree lions in the Ishasha sector
- Queen Elizabeth National Park hosts 1,000 bird species. It is a bird watcher’s paradise.
- Balloon safaris offer an aerial viewpoint.
- Experience chimpanzee tracking in the dark forests.
- Go for mornings and evenings to see buffalo herds, elephants, lions, hippos, birds, leopards, giraffes, antelopes, and reptiles.
Choose Queen Elizabeth National Park for the best game drive experiences in Uganda. The park is so versatile that you can visit it at pretty much any time of the year.
Safari Tour Packages to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- 9 Days/8 Nights of Magical Uganda – Gorilla Trek & Wildlife Safari
- 10 Days/9 Nights of Magical Uganda – Gorilla Trek & Wildlife Safari
