Famous for the tree climbing lions as well as the Uganda Kob, other Antelope species, Elephants, Baboons, Hippos, Buffalos, Chimps and many more, Queen Elizabeth National Park is situated south of the Ruwenzori Mountains and is an eco-system intersected by wetlands and open savannah areas. With over 606 bird species, hence species of birds like the Black Bee Eater, 11 types of the Kingfisher, and several species of Falcons, Eagles and the Raptors having been recorded, the park is a magnet for bird watchers. The Park borders the lakes Edward and Gorge which are connected by the hippo crowded banks of the Kazinga Channel, endowed with the Maramagambo forest, a home to an alluring selection of forest monkeys and birds, and flocks of flamingos resident on the crater lakes; offers a diversity of long to short nature walks in which bird watchers will take their share and by the Kyambura Gorge where one can go for chimpanzee tracking. With its diverse flora and fauna, the park is supplemented by the Katwe salt area, a traditional salt mining area since the 14th Century of which one shouldn’t miss visiting.
Ultimately it being the park boosting one of the highest biodiversity ratings of any game reserve in the world(approximately 100 mammal species, numerous birds and a wide range of flora, QENP will give one a unique unrivaled wildlife experience!

Day one:
Depart from Kampala in the morning towards the west through outstanding hill county and flourishing cultivation. Make a stop over at the equator for photographs; proceed to Mbarara Town for lunch. The drive en-route may be rewarded with Zebras and a variety of Antelope species especially the area bordering the L. Mburo National Park
Enjoy a short game drive as you enter the famous Queen Elizabeth National Park to the lodge. Arrive at the Lodging facility of one’s choice late afternoon and check in
An evening game drive to wrap up the day will yield sights of most of the animals coming out of the bushes to graze and hunt prey
Spend the afternoon relaxing at the Lodge which is beautifully situated on a bluff overlooking the Kazinga-Channel and Lake Edward, dinner then overnight.

Accommodation options at the beautiful Mweya Safari lodge, Jacana safari lodge and camping grounds.

Day two:
After breakfast, drive to 16 km long, 100 meter deep Gorge of Kyambura which is situated on the Rift Valley for a guided forest walk in search for the habituated chimpanzees and other primates. This will involve some hiking and climbing. In this well-preserved environment you will have a splendid view of birds and butterflies and some primates. Return to the lodge for lunch After lunch, take the launch trip up Kazinga Channel and watch as the different species of game emerge from the woodland to the waters as well as those ‘sunbathing’ and cooling off in the waters.
After the launch cruise, drive back to the Lodge and enjoy the evening by possibly taking a late swim or last rays of the Ugandan Sun.
Have dinner and stay overnight at the lodge.

Day three:
Another early morning and last game drive is rewarding yielding sights of animals like Elephants, Buffaloes, Lions, Kobs, Waterbuck, and if you are lucky the shy Leopard and Spotted Hyena and also tour the volcanic area of the park with its stunning salt lakes and extinct crater lakes.. Come back to the lodge for breakfast and check out. Lunch en-route and then return to Kampala by early evening.

N.B: Don’t forget to bring along Binoculars, a camera, swimming gear and light clothing
Extra optional activities for an Extra Day:
-Tracking Tree Climbing Lions in Ishaha for the tree climbing lions and
-Chimp trekking in Kibale National park which borders the Queen Elizabeth National Park
-Visiting the salt mines of Katwe

The safari package includes:

* Ground transportation
* Lunches en route `
* Park entrance fees
* Full board accommodation at Lodges: Mweya Safari Lodge , Jacana Safari Lodge
* Hostels: Mweya Hostel
* Boat trip
* Park ranger guide
* Driver/guide allowance
* Government taxes