3 Days Queen Elizabeth Safari Tour
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Join us on a 3-day adventure to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s second-largest and most visited wildlife destination. Named after Queen Elizabeth II in 1954, the park spans 1,978 square kilometers and is famous for its tree-climbing lions, stunning savannah landscapes, crater lakes, and diverse ecosystems. The Kazinga Channel, which connects Lake Edward and Lake George, is home to hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife.
With 95 mammal species, including elephants, buffaloes, leopards, hyenas, and Uganda Kobs, as well as over 600 bird species, this safari is a must for nature lovers. Highlights include game drives, a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, and chimpanzee trekking in the Kyambura Gorge.
Why Choose This Safari?
✔ Spot Africa’s Big Game: Expect to see elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, hippos, and more.
✔ Thrilling Boat Safari: The Kazinga Channel offers some of the best wildlife viewing in East Africa.
✔ Unforgettable Landscapes: From the Rwenzori Mountains to lush savannahs, every view is breathtaking.
✔ Wild Encounters: Track chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge, a hidden underground rainforest.
Included/Exclude
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Park fees, game drives, and boat cruise
- Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
- Full-board accommodation
- Bottled drinking water
- International flights & visas
- Kampala accommodation
- Personal expenses (like , laundry, souvenirs, drinks, tips etc )
Tour Plan
Your adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your lodge. After a short briefing from your Gusa Travels guide, you'll set off for Queen Elizabeth National Park, traveling along the scenic Kampala-Mbarara road. Along the way, you’ll pass through small towns, witness traditional drum makers, explore roadside markets, and make a memorable stop at the Equator for photos.
After an en route lunch, continue to the park, check into your lodge, and—if time allows—embark on an evening game drive to spot some of Africa’s iconic wildlife.
- Drive time: 6–7 hours
- Lodging: Buffalo Safari Lodge (Midrange) / Elephant Plains or Kyambura Gorge Lodge (Luxury)
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Start your day with an early morning game drive in Kasenyi Plains, a prime location for spotting lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, and various antelopes. Wildlife sightings depend on the day's luck, but the park’s diversity ensures a thrilling experience.
Return to the lodge for lunch, then head to Mweya Peninsula for a two-hour boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel. This waterway boasts the highest concentration of hippos in the world and attracts over 400 bird species. You’ll also spot elephants, crocodiles, and buffaloes as they gather along the banks.
- Lodging: Buffalo Safari Lodge (Midrange) / Elephant Plains or Kyambura Gorge Lodge (Luxury)
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depending on your schedule, you may opt for an early morning game drive OR Chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge before departing for Kampala or Entebbe. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of crater lakes, the Rift Valley escarpments, and lush landscapes. Arrival is expected in the late afternoon.
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