Overview:
This 3-day safari offers a perfect blend of wildlife exploration, a boat cruise on the famous Kazinga Channel, and a game drive across Uganda’s most popular national park. Discover breathtaking landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and abundant wildlife including lions, elephants, buffaloes, and hippos.
Day 1: Kampala – Queen Elizabeth National Park
Distance: Approx. 6-7 hours (400 km)
Activities:
- Depart Kampala early in the morning after breakfast.
- Scenic drive with a stop at the Equator for photos and refreshments.
- Continue through picturesque landscapes of banana plantations, tea fields, and the Rwenzori Mountain backdrop.
- Arrive at Queen Elizabeth National Park in the afternoon and check into your lodge.
- Optional evening game drive for a chance to spot nocturnal animals.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Enganzi Lodge / Pumba Safari Cottages
Day 2: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Morning:
- Early morning game drive in Kasenyi Plains, renowned for its large lion population and other wildlife such as Uganda kobs, elephants, buffaloes, and hyenas.
- Watch the sunrise over the savannah while capturing stunning photos.
Afternoon:
- Enjoy a hot lunch at the lodge.
- Head to Mweya Peninsula for a 2-hour boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel. Witness hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species like the African fish eagle and kingfishers.
Evening:
- Optional community visit to learn about the local culture and way of life.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Enganzi Lodge / Pumba Safari Cottages/ buffalo safari lodge.
Day 3: Morning Safari – Return to Kampala
Activities:
- Embark on a morning game drive through the park’s scenic crater lakes area.
- Visit Lake Katwe, a traditional salt mining site, and learn about the salt extraction process.
- Begin your journey back to Kampala, with a lunch stop en route.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Inclusions:
- Park entrance fees
- Full-board accommodation
- Professional guide
- Game drives and Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
Exclusions:
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
This itinerary offers an unforgettable glimpse into the beauty and biodiversity of Queen Elizabeth National Park.