Queen Elizabeth N.P Wildlife Safari – 3 Days

3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari Overview

This 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari package explores the rich and diverse wildlife of Queen Elizabeth National Park.

The park’s long history and diverse ecosystems make Queen Elizabeth National Park stand out among all the Ugandan wild places. In Queen, you will have game drives in the park to see many animals, as well as the 40-kilometer boat cruise to see more animals and birds along the shores of the Kazinga channel.

This 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari starts from Kampala and goes to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Fort Portal. You will go through the expansive countryside dotted with homes, farms, towns, and all manner of things to make the drive very interesting.

After your exploration, you will return to Kampala where your 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari will end. This short 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari is great for both individuals and groups looking to explore Queen Elizabeth National Park and all its wonderful attractions.

 

Detailed 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari

Here is the full day-by-day itinerary for this 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari

Day 1: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park

The tour will start with our 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari driver/guide picking you up from your hotel/residence at 8:00 am in the morning. You will then be driven to Queen Elizabeth National Park in western Uganda (approx. 8-9hrs).

After about 5 hours of driving, you will stop in Fort Portal town for your lunch and then continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Queen Elizabeth is Uganda’s second largest park and is located base of the majestic Rwenzori Mountain range, adjacent to Lake Edward and Lake George.

The park has prolific wildlife, including Gazelle, Uganda Kob, Warthog, and Waterbuck; Lions are often sighted both in and at the entrance to the park. Be prepared for huge numbers of Hippos and Elephants, and keep your eyes peeled for a leopard lazing in the sunshine.

Your lodge is located on the edge of Queen Elizabeth National Park, overlooking the spectacular Kazinga Channel.

Watch wildlife at the waterhole from your own private verandah and fall asleep to the roaring of lions on the distant savannah. This truly is Africa! Time permitting; you will go for a short game drive into the park.

  • Accommodation: Bush Lodge
  • Meal planBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 2:Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Today of 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari is the day you get to enjoy exploring the wilderness of Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will wake up early and have your breakfast before heading out for your early morning game drive.

The early morning game drive at 6:30 am is perfect for seeing many animals, as well as seeing the sunrise over the savannah with its light and warmth.

You will search for all the wildlife in the park; elephants, Buffalo, Lion, Waterbuck, Leopard, lions, Uganda kob, Warthog, etc.

After lunch, you will take a boat trip along the Kazinga Channel. Here, you will see many herds of hippos (more than you can possibly imagine!), as well as a variety of other animals which come to the waterhole to drink or bathe.

You can expect to see: Buffalo, crocodiles, bathing elephants, and a range of beautiful birds. This will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of your tour. After the boat safari, you game drive back to the lodge.

  • Accommodation: Bush Lodge
  • Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3:Drive from Queen Elizabeth NP to Kampala/Entebbe

After breakfast, you will drive back to Kampala or Entebbe (Airport). Of course, you will have a stop at the equator, the best place for your souvenir shopping.

Your 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari driver/guide will bring you to your accommodation in Kampala or to Entebbe Airport (this is only possible if your flight leaves at midnight or later). In the event that you want us to include one (or more) nights in Kampala and/or Entebbe, please let us know.

  • AccommodationNone. (Last day)
  • Meal planBreakfast & Lunch

Price per person (USD)

Here is the cost per person depending on the group size.
 1 Pax  2 Pax  4 Pax  6 Pax
1320  820  600  530

  • Trip Duration: 3 days, 2 nights.
  • Starting Point: Entebbe, Uganda.

Note: A 30% booking is due upon booking, with the balance cleared 1 month before the trip starts.

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Inclusions

The price of this tour includes the following items
  • Transport in a 4WD vehicle with a pop-up roof.
  • All fuel for the tour.
  • English-speaking Ugandan driver/guide.
  • Accommodation and Meals on Full Board.(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • Park-entrance fees for all National parks
  • All activities described in the itinerary.
  • Drinking water throughout the safari.

Exclusions

The price of this tour does not include the following items
  • International airfares.
  • Entry visa to Uganda.
  • Meals that are not part of your accommodation.
  • Personal insurance (medical/travel)
  • Tips and gratuities to rangers, driver/guide, porter, hotel staff, etc.
  • All expenses of personal nature.(e.g. drinks, laundry, optional activities.)