4-Day / 3-Night Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari
Day 1: Entebbe/Kampala – Drive to Queen Elizabeth NP
Depart Entebbe or Kampala after breakfast and begin your scenic journey southwest through the countryside, with views of tea plantations and the lush escarpments of western Uganda. Stop for lunch in Mbarara or Fort Portal before continuing to your lodge near Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in time for dinner and a sunset view over the savannah.
Day 2: Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Rise early for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains, where you may spot elephants, buffaloes, lions, warthogs, Uganda kob, and more. Return for brunch or lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a wildlife-rich waterway connecting Lakes Edward and George. Expect close-up views of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and hundreds of birds. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 3: Ishasha Sector – Tree-Climbing Lions
Drive south to the Ishasha Sector, known for its rare tree-climbing lions that lounge in fig trees during the heat of the day. Enjoy a game drive in this remote part of the park, with chances to see topi, buffalo, elephants, and various birds of prey. Return to your lodge in the afternoon for relaxation and overnight stay.
Day 4: Return to Kampala / Entebbe
After a relaxed breakfast, begin your return drive to Kampala or Entebbe, with lunch en route and scenic stops along the way. Arrive by late afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or airport, ending your safari adventure.
What’s Included
- Private ground transport in 4×4 safari vehicle
- 3 nights in lodge or safari camp accommodation
- All meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
Game drives and Kazinga Channel boat cruise - Park entry and conservation fees
- Bottled water during drives
- Airport/hotel pick-up and drop-off
What’s Not Included
- International flights
- Uganda visa
- Tips & personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed (e.g., crater drive, chimp tracking)
- Travel insurance