Queen Elizabeth National Park
Uganda

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Tree-Climbing Lions of Ishasha & Kazinga Channel Cruises

CountryUganda
Recommended Stay3 to 4 Days
Best SeasonJanuary to February & June to July (Dry roads and great lion spotting in figs)
Top SightingsTree-climbing Lions (Ishasha), Hippos (Kazinga Channel), Forest Chimpanzees (Kyambura)

About Queen Elizabeth National Park

Set against the jagged Rwenzori Mountains, Queen Elizabeth National Park boasts volcanic crater lakes, lush savannahs, and papyrus swamps. It is famous for the unique tree-climbing lions of the Ishasha sector and the Kazinga Channel, which has the world's highest concentration of hippos.

Wildlife & Iconic Species

🐾 Tree-climbing Lions (Ishasha)🐾 Hippos (Kazinga Channel)🐾 Forest Chimpanzees (Kyambura)🐾 Elephants🐾 Leopards

Key Sights & Must-Do Activities

  • ★Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
  • ★Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lion Drives
  • ★Kyambura Gorge 'Valley of Apes' Trek
  • ★Katwe Salt Crater Lakes

Featured Safaris Visiting Queen Elizabeth National Park

Amboseli Giants & Kilimanjaro Sunset Safari⏱ 3 Days / 2 Nights

Amboseli Giants & Kilimanjaro Sunset Safari

Amboseli National Park is world-renowned for its colossal herds of free-roaming African elephants, known as 'Big Tuskers', and the iconic snow-covered summit of Mount Kilimanjaro rising above the acacia groves. This 3-day adventure is a paradise for wildlife photographers and nature enthusiasts.

Classic Kenya 7-Day Premier Wildlife Circuit⏱ 7 Days / 6 Nights

Classic Kenya 7-Day Premier Wildlife Circuit

The quintessential complete Kenya safari experience. Discover four world-class national reserves in one seamless journey: the predator kingdom of the Masai Mara, the protected rhinos and flamingos of Lake Nakuru, boat safaris among Lake Naivasha hippos, and the colossal elephant herds of Amboseli under Mount Kilimanjaro.

Safari Consultation

Plan Your Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari

Our native Kenyan safari directors will build an itinerary matching your preferred lodge style, duration, and wildlife priorities.

✓ Guaranteed 4x4 Land Cruiser window seat
✓ No obligation 24-hr custom itinerary
✓ Direct local Kenyan operator pricing