Uganda: Queen Elizabeth National Park 3-Day Safari Tour

Embark on a 3-day safari tour from Kampala to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Spot elephants, lions, and more on game drives, cruise the Kazinga Channel, and relax at a lodge with stunning views.
Day 1: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Game Drive

Begin your adventure with a scenic drive from Kampala, passing through rolling hills, tea plantations, and traditional villages. Stop at the Equator for some photos before continuing on your journey.

Upon arrival, embark on an afternoon game drive, exploring the vast savannah plains where you can spot elephants, buffaloes, Uganda Kobs, warthogs, and lions. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, a rare sight found in only a few places in Africa.

As the sun sets, check into your lodge, where you can relax and enjoy the breathtaking views of the park’s landscapes. Enjoy dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 2: Game Drives and Boat Cruise

Start your day with an early morning game drive, exploring the park’s diverse landscapes. Encounter hippos, antelopes, and various bird species.

During the last hour of the morning game drive, head to the Kazinga Channel for a boat cruise. This 32-kilometer-long waterway connects Lake Edward and Lake George and is home to hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and buffaloes. The channel is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, with over 600 species, including African fish eagles, kingfishers, and pelicans.

After the 2-hour boat ride, head back to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. Later, go for an evening game drive or chill at the lodge, resting for the evening with dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Check Out and Transfer to Entebbe or Kampala

In the morning after breakfast, check out of your rooms and head to the jeep. Your guide will be waiting to start the drive to Kampala or Entebbe. The journey will take 6-7 hours, with some stops for lunch, bathroom use, and coffee breaks.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.