Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda’s most popular and biodiverse safari destination, offering a classic African wilderness experience. Spanning diverse ecosystems from sprawling savannas to humid forests, volcanic craters, and the Kazinga Channel, the park is home to a remarkable array of wildlife. It’s famous for its unique tree-climbing lions in Ishasha, as well as elephants, buffaloes, hippos, leopards, and chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge. Boat safaris on the Kazinga Channel offer exceptional birdwatching and close encounters with aquatic life.





The dry seasons (January-February and June-September) are generally best for game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park, as animals congregate

Typical Park Fees: USD 40 per person per day (subject to change by Uganda Wildlife Authority). Activity Cost Notes: Chimpanzee trekking permits (Kyambura Gorge) are an additional cost (approx. USD 50). Boat safaris on Kazinga Channel are typically included in tour packages. Accommodation Price Tiers: Mid-range to Luxury: from $150 – $600+ pppn.

Queen Elizabeth National Park is accessible by road from Kampala/Entebbe (approx. 6-7 hours drive) or by scheduled domestic flights from Entebbe to Kasese or Mweya airstrips, followed by a short transfer.
Accommodations in Queen Elizabeth National Park range from comfortable lodges to luxurious tented camps, many offering stunning views over the savannas or the Kazinga Channel.
Accommodations in Queen Elizabeth National Park range from comfortable lodges to luxurious tented camps, many offering stunning views over the savannas or the Kazinga Channel.
Accommodations in Queen Elizabeth National Park range from comfortable lodges to luxurious tented camps, many offering stunning views over the savannas or the Kazinga Channel.