Experience the magic of Uganda’s wilderness on this 3-day Queen Elizabeth National Park safari, one of East Africa’s most biodiverse destinations. Known for its tree-climbing lions, vast savannahs, crater lakes, and boat safaris along the Kazinga Channel, Queen Elizabeth National Park offers a classic African safari with a Ugandan twist.
This Queen Elizabeth National Park 3-day safari tour is perfect for those who want a short yet thrilling wildlife escape. From elephants and buffaloes to hippos, crocodiles, and over 600 bird species, this trip guarantees rich encounters in a breathtaking natural environment.
Explore Uganda’s second-largest and most visited national park
Witness lions (including the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha)
Enjoy a scenic boat safari on the Kazinga Channel teeming with hippos and birds
Experience a classic African game drive with chances to spot elephants, buffaloes, and more
Discover crater lakes, volcanic features, and unique ecosystems
Stay in comfortable lodges surrounded by nature
Perfect short safari from Kampala or Entebbe
This 3 Days Akagera National Park Wildlife Safari gives you a great experience to explore this park. You will enjoy Game drive, boat trip and night game drive. Akagera national park is known for harboring the big 5 with the recent introduction of the lions. This park the home to several mammal species including Lions, Elephants, Giraffes, Hippos, Kobs, Zebras, Bushbucks, Waterbucks and most recently Black Rhinos have been introduced, making it to host the big five.
Transfer out of Kampala getting clear before traffic as we start the Queen Elizabeth national park safari. Make a stop for coffee and photos at the equator. Continue on through villages with cultivated areas until the lush green tea estates in a rich green belt before you reach the escarpment with magnificent endless views over Queen Elizabeth national park. You will have lunch either along the way or at the lodge, depending on the time. Check in to the lodge and spend the late afternoon taking a village walk or enjoying the view from the lodge.
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included
Start the day with an early game drive that exposes us to diverse animals, Big 5 members Elephants, Buffalos, big cats- Lions, Leopards more times in the evening, warthogs- Hunchback carnivals like Hyenas are spotted along the Circuits as we drive along the and many more species that are residents to this park. There is a rich bird life especially our version of storks in the wetland spots as we reach the Flamingoes in the salt lakes at Kasenyi. After lunch we get ready for the Classic highlights on the 2hrs Boat cruise on the famous Kazinga channel, a 36kms channel linking Lake George – lake Edward. Here you see land and water Adapted Hippopotamuses Yawning, the National Geographical society Killing machine the Nile Crocodile gaping along the Banks and Savannah version of Pigs the Warthog- Pumba are a hallmark sign in this Animal home. With your Binoculars along the peninsula you have a magnificent view of Birds, animals like the ever playing African Elephants in Waters.
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included
This morning you go chimps trekking in Kalinzu forest. Enjoy the walk through the forest and the fascinating meeting with the chimpanzees. After the trek embark on the drive back to Kampala with a stopover at equator and lunch in Masaka. Drive back through to Kampala as we have reached the end of the Queen Elizabeth national park safari.
Main Destination: Kalinzu Forest Reserve (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included
Important to Know
Rates Per Person
The best time for this 3-day Uganda safari is during the dry seasons (June–September and December–February) for optimal wildlife viewing and easier road conditions. However, the park remains accessible and beautiful all year round.
Don’t miss the opportunity to explore one of Uganda’s most iconic safari destinations. This 3-day Queen Elizabeth National Park tour is the perfect combination of game drives, boat safaris, and scenic beauty, ideal for a weekend getaway or an add-on to longer Ugandan adventures.
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Both have their perks with Big Five national parks, the incredible Great Migration and that quintessential African experience we all dream of. Check out our article on Serengeti vs Masai Mara to help you decide.
They both have such different safari experiences! Tanzania offers Big Five game reserves on classic dusty desert plains, rather South Africa partners the Big Five animals with luscious winelands. Both are just as good, but it depends on your safari style.
That’s a tough one! Botswana is home to herds of elephants at Chobe and the sparkling Okavango Delta, and Tanzania has the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro and Great Migration. Check out our article on Botswana vs Tanzania safaris to help you decide.
Tanzania is in general a safe, hassle-free country. However, like most places, you do need to take precautions and listen to your tour guide. It also pays to read our articles on ‘Things to know before going to Tanzania’.
A camera and binoculars are a must. You’ll regret it if you don’t take them! As for clothing, definitely pack lightweight, breathable clothing. Remember, Tanzania is an arid country so the days can get quite hot. Read more on what to pack for a safari in Tanzania in our travel magazine
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