Queen Elizabeth Wildlife & Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions
Kazinga Channel Hippo Cruise & Fig Tree Predator Safaris
Safari Overview
Set against the dramatic backdrop of the jagged Rwenzori Mountains, Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda's most biodiverse savannah reserve. Cruise the Kazinga Channel holding the highest concentration of hippos in the world, and explore the southern Ishasha sector where lions lounge lazily in the branches of giant fig trees.
Trip Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Depart Entebbe, passing the equator monument for photos. Drive through lush agricultural hills into Queen Elizabeth National Park, taking in your first evening game drive.
Kasenyi Plains Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Sunrise predator drive across the Kasenyi mating grounds tracking lion prides, leopards, and Uganda kobs. In the afternoon, enjoy the renowned Kazinga Channel boat safari.
Southern Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lion Safari
Drive south to the wild Ishasha sector. Spend the day exploring the giant fig trees where lions climb to escape midday heat and biting flies.
Morning Safari & Transfer to Entebbe
Early morning bush drive before departing through Mbarara town with lunch en route, arriving in Entebbe by late afternoon.
What’s Included & Excluded
- ✓Custom 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- ✓3 Nights luxury lodge accommodation
- ✓Kazinga Channel boat cruise tickets and park entry fees
- ✓Full board meals, driver-guide, bottled water
- ✕International flights and visas
- ✕Gratuities and personal bar drinks
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