Uganda

Queen Elizabeth National Park Tree climbers and channel cruises

3 days recommended From $1,100 Best: June–August, December–February
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Highlights
  • Tree-climbing lions in Ishasha
  • Kazinga Channel boat safari
  • chimpanzee trekking
  • Equator crossing
  • 600+ bird species
  • savannah and forest

Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda’s most popular and diverse wildlife destination. The park sits astride the Equator and encompasses a remarkable range of habitats from savannah to wetland to forest. The southern Ishasha sector holds the park’s famous tree-climbing lions — prides that spend their days lounging in the branches of enormous fig trees. The Kazinga Channel connecting Lakes George and Edward provides one of Africa’s finest boat safari experiences — a wall of hippos, elephants, buffalo, and spectacular waterbirds. Kyambura Gorge, the so-called Valley of the Apes, shelters a habituated chimpanzee community accessible on foot.

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Bwindi Lodge

The most comfortable base for gorilla trekking in Bwindi. Perched on a hillside above the impenetrable forest with…

From $680/night View

Primate Lodge Kibale

The original Kibale Forest lodge. Forest-edge bandas, chimpanzee sounds at night, and Bigodi Wetland birding from the garden.

From $380/night View
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Planning Queen Elizabeth National Park

When is the best time to visit Queen Elizabeth National Park?
The best time is June–August, December–February. We plan around the wildlife and conditions you care about, so we'll match your dates to what's happening on the ground.
How many days do I need for Queen Elizabeth National Park?
We recommend around 3 days here, and we can fold it into a longer Northern Circuit or beach-and-bush itinerary.
How much does a Queen Elizabeth National Park safari cost?
A guided safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park starts from about $1,100 per person, depending on season, lodge tier and group size. We send a transparent, all-in quote before you commit.
How do I get to Queen Elizabeth National Park?
Most travellers fly into Kilimanjaro (JRO) and start from Arusha. We arrange every transfer, vehicle and internal flight so you never have to work out the logistics yourself.
Is it suitable for first-timers and families?
Yes. Every trip is private and guided, so the pace, drive times and activities are built around you — including families with children and first-time safari-goers.
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