3 DAYS QUEEN ELIZABETH SAFARI
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Queen Elizabeth Park safari offers the best Uganda wildlife experience in the country’s most famous park –Queen Elizabeth National Park. Established in 1952, Queen Elizabeth Park takes its name from the late Queen of England –Queen Elizabeth II. The park shelters up to 620 bird species, 95 mammals including the rare tree climbing lions, and many reptile species, and floral species. 

The different wildlife to encounter on a safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park include African bush elephants, Uganda kobs, side striped jackals, cape buffaloes, waterbucks, hippos, spotted hyenas, Nile crocodiles, giant forest hogs, lions, leopards, primates like red tailed monkeys, chimpanzees, olive baboons, black and white colobus monkeys, etc. 

Brief Itinerary 

  • Day 1: Pick up at hotel & travel to Queen Elizabeth Park 
  • Day 2: Game drive and boat/launch cruise 
  • Day 3: Depart from Queen Elizabeth Park 

Detailed Itinerary 

Day 1: Pick up at hotel & travel to Queen Elizabeth Park 

Following a hefty breakfast, set off for wildlife safari holiday in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Western Uganda. Located in Kasese district, Queen Elizabeth NP is Uganda’s most famous wildlife destination and accessing it takes about 6-7 hours’ drive. 

Your journey includes a stopover at the Equator and lunch in Mbarara, then proceed with scenic views of the countryside’s breathtaking landscapes, tea plantations, rift valley escarpment and others. Arrive at the park early and you may continue with the afternoon game drive or relax at the lodge as you wait to engage in the numerous activities at Queen Elizabeth NP.

Accommodation 

  • Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge / Elephant Plains Lodge
  • Midrange: Buffalo Safari Lodge
  • Budget: Simba Safari Camp

Day 2: Game drive and boat/launch cruise 

It is amazing as you embark on a search for early risers, small and large mammal species in the Kasenyi sector/plains, the Northern circuit of Queen Elizabeth National Park. It will be 2-3 hours’ game drive through the Kasenyi trail using a 4×4 tourist vehicle with an experienced guide. The possible sightings for the day include cape buffaloes, Uganda Kobs, waterbucks, elephants, lions, leopards, warthogs and many birds. 

Retreat from the Kasenyi trail game drive and settle for a leisurely lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, you will be exploring Kazinga Channel, a natural channel that links Lake Edward and George. The Kazinga launch cruise excursion allows you spot hippos, crocodiles and water birds –such as pink backed pelicans, malachite kingfishers, fish eagles and others.

Accommodation 

  • Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge / Elephant Plains Lodge
  • Midrange: Buffalo Safari Lodge
  • Budget: Simba Safari Camp

Day 3: Depart from Queen Elizabeth Park 

Enjoy a superb breakfast at the comfort of your lodge and after, check out. You will begin driving back to Kampala or Entebbe and today brings to an end the 3 day safari in Queen Elizabeth NP.

End of safari 

Inclusions

  • Park entry fees
  • All activities exclusive of optional 
  • Travel by car and English-speaking guide/driver 
  • Accommodation and meals
  • Bottled water 

Exclusions 

  • Travel Insurance
  • Shopping expenses 
  • International flights
  • Tips or any gratuities 
  • All optional experiences or activities 
  • Extra accommodation options after or before the trip
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  • Destination:Uganda
  • Duration:3 days
  • DATES : Jan 01 - Jan 04
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    Safari Overview 

    Queen Elizabeth Park safari offers the best Uganda wildlife experience in the country’s most famous park –Queen Elizabeth National Park. Established in 1952, Queen Elizabeth Park takes its name from the late Queen of England –Queen Elizabeth II. The park shelters up to 620 bird species, 95 mammals including the rare tree climbing lions, and many reptile species, and floral species. 

    The different wildlife to encounter on a safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park include African bush elephants, Uganda kobs, side striped jackals, cape buffaloes, waterbucks, hippos, spotted hyenas, Nile crocodiles, giant forest hogs, lions, leopards, primates like red tailed monkeys, chimpanzees, olive baboons, black and white colobus monkeys, etc. 

    Brief Itinerary 

    • Day 1: Pick up at hotel & travel to Queen Elizabeth Park 
    • Day 2: Game drive and boat/launch cruise 
    • Day 3: Depart from Queen Elizabeth Park 


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