Kampala: 2-Day Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari
ID: GYG976589-1516871
Category:
Country: Uganda
Duration:
2 days
Description
Embark on a 2-day wildlife safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park from Kampala. Enjoy a boat ride on the Kazinga Channel and see hippos, buffaloes, and more.
Embark on a 2-day wildlife safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Take a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel, go on a game drive, and see the salt mining at Lake Katwe.
Day 1:
Meet your guide at your hotel in Kampala and drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. On the way, stop at the equator for a photograph and craft shopping. Continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, reaching in time for lunch at your lodge.
After lunch, go for a boat ride along the Kazinga Channel to the shores of Lake Edward. Hippos, buffaloes, elephants, waterbucks, and water birds are commonly sighted along the channel which joins the two lakes. Return to your lodge for a relaxed dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 2:
Wake up with an early breakfast before you go for a game drive to search for the early risers. Drive through Kasenyi track where you will see the big cats active on their daily hunts. Spot animals such as lions, Uganda kobs, buffaloes, leopards, hyenas, elephants, birds, butterflies, and the savannah trees.
Have lunch at your hotel before returning to Kampala, arriving in the evening.
Highlights
- Enjoy a boat ride on the Kazinga Channel and see hippos, buffaloes, and more
- See the big cats active on their daily hunts on a game drive through Kasenyi track
- Discover how local people mine salt using their own hands at Lake Katwe
- Spot animals such as lions, Uganda kobs, buffaloes, leopards, and hyenas
- Enjoy a stopover at the equator for a photograph and craft shopping
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for a safari.
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
Consider bringing binoculars for bird watching.
A camera is recommended to capture wildlife and scenic views.
Be prepared for early morning starts to maximize wildlife viewing opportunities.
Respect wildlife and maintain a safe distance at all times.
INCLUDED
- 2-day wildlife safari
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by van
- Boat ride along the Kazinga Channel
- Morning game drive
- Lunch on both days
- Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- International flights
- From/to home)
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips
- Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items
- Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
When should I book?
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.
Cancellations
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.
