Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth National Park

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Uganda|Africa
86
Wildlife
70
Access
74
Stay
58
Safety
86
Photo
78
Crowds
64
Cost
83
Birding

Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda's strongest broad savanna-and-wetland wildlife destination, where crater lakes, Kazinga Channel boat trips, open plains, wetlands, and the possibility of tree-climbing lions create a very rewarding all-round safari. It is strongest for travelers who want varied habitats, high bird diversity, and a practical complement to gorilla-focused Uganda itineraries.

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Wildlife Species

Elephant, buffalo, and Uganda kob

Common

Mammal · Best time: Dry seasons

Tree-climbing lions in Ishasha

Uncommon

Mammal · Best time: Dry weather

Hippos and waterbirds on Kazinga Channel

Common

Mammal or Bird · Best time: Boat trips

Shoebill and rich wetland birdlife nearby

Rare

Bird · Best time: Specialist birding days

Geography

Terrain
Savanna, wetlands, crater lakes, channel, woodland
Elevation
About 900-1500m
Climate
Tropical savanna
Area
About 1978 km2

Weather

Best Months
JuneJulyAugustDecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. Temperature
16-31°C
Rainfall
Two drier seasons generally offer best travel conditions
Humidity
40-85%

Getting There

Nearest Airport

Entebbe with domestic flights or overland transfer via western Uganda

Usually reached as part of Uganda safari circuits

Transport
  • Game drives in Kasenyi and Ishasha
  • Kazinga Channel boat cruise
  • Combined safari and gorilla itinerary

Where to Stay

Safari lodges around Mweya and Ishasha

Budget to Premium

Lodge · Spread across key park sectors

Tent camps and mid-range safari stays

Mid-range

Camp or Lodge · Near channel and game-drive areas

Location

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