TRIP DESCRIPTION
Experience an unforgettable adventure with this three-day itinerary to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Start your journey with a scenic drive from Kampala, stopping at the Equator in Kasese for photos before arriving at the park. Enjoy a thrilling afternoon boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, where you’ll see hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife. The next day, embark on a morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains, spotting lions, elephants, and buffalo, followed by an exciting chimp trekking experience at Kyambura Gorge. Your final day offers a relaxed morning, with the option for one last game drive, before returning to Kampala, filled with incredible wildlife memories and breathtaking views of Uganda’s landscapes.
Trip Highlights
Equator stop in Kasese for photo opportunities and a unique experience.
Afternoon boat safari on the Kazinga Channel with sightings of hippos, crocodiles, and diverse bird species.
Morning game drive in Kasenyi Plains, with the chance to spot lions, elephants, buffalo, and antelope.
Chimpanzee trekking at Kyambura Gorge, observing wild chimpanzees and other primates in their natural habitat.
Scenic drive through Uganda’s beautiful landscapes, including views of tea plantations and rolling hills.
TRIP ITINERARY
DAY 1: TRANSFER TO QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK & AFTERNOON BOAT SAFARI
Begin your adventure with a morning pick-up from your hotel and set off on a scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Pass through beautiful landscapes, including tea plantations, rolling hills, and lively local villages. Make a memorable stop at the Equator in Kasese, where you can take photos and stand in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Capture this unique experience and learn interesting facts about the Equator. Arrive in time for lunch and some relaxation before heading out for an afternoon boat safari on the Kazinga Channel. This waterway is teeming with wildlife, and you’ll encounter hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a wide variety of bird species, such as the African fish eagle. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay, filled with excitement from your first day.
- Meals: Lunch and Dinner only
- Accommodation: Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge OR Similar
- Rooms: Tents with shared/private bathrooms
DAY 2: MORNING GAME SAFARI AND CHIMP TREKKING AT KYAMBURA GORGE
Wake up early for a thrilling morning game safari in the savannah plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Drive through Kasenyi Plains, where you have a good chance of spotting lions, leopards, buffalo, elephants, and antelope herds grazing in the open. Your experienced guide will lead you to the best spots for wildlife sightings while sharing interesting insights about the park’s rich ecosystems. After lunch, head to Kyambura Gorge for an incredible chimp trekking adventure. Descend into this lush “Valley of Apes” and track a community of chimpanzees. As you hike through the dense forest, you may also spot black-and-white colobus monkeys, colorful birds, and other wildlife. Spend an hour observing the chimpanzees, watching them play and swing through the trees, before heading back to your lodge.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Accommodation: Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge OR Similar
- Rooms: Tents with shared/private bathrooms
DAY 3: OPTIONAL GAME DRIVE AND RETURN TO KAMPALA
Enjoy a relaxed morning with the option to go on one last game drive to see more wildlife or simply relax at your lodge. Afterward, start your journey back to Kampala, passing through beautiful landscapes and stopping for lunch along the way. You will be dropped off at your hotel, ending your memorable adventure.
- Meals: Breakfast and Lunch only
- Accommodation: Not Included
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