3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari

3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari

This 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari takes you deep into Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Africa’s most biodiverse wildlife sanctuaries. Home to an impressive variety of mammals and birds, the park offers classic savannah landscapes, dramatic crater lakes, and the iconic Kazinga Channel. With Wild Planet, you will enjoy unforgettable encounters with leopards, lions, chimpanzees, hippos, African elephants, Cape buffaloes, and countless bird species. A scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel and chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge make this safari a truly rewarding Ugandan wildlife experience.

DAY 1: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park & Evening Game Drive

Your safari with Wild Planet begins with breakfast at your hotel or residence. Followed by a meet-and-greet and safari briefing with your professional driver-guide at 7:00 am. You then set off on a scenic 5–6 hour drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Passing through Masaka, Mbarara, and other vibrant towns.

Along the way, you stop at the Uganda Equator on Masaka Road. Where you stand in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, enjoy a fun water experiment. Take photos, and shop for locally made souvenirs. After lunch, you continue through the rolling hills of Bushenyi. Enjoying cool breezes and panoramic views of lush tea plantations in Igara and Ishaka, before passing through Kalinzu Forest Reserve.

Upon arrival at Queen Elizabeth National Park, you check in at your lodge and relax before heading out for an evening game drive. This first drive introduces you to the park’s rich wildlife and stunning landscapes as the sun sets over the savannah.

DAY 2: Morning Game Drive & Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel

You start the day early with a morning game drive, one of the best times to spot wildlife. As. you explore the park’s game circuits, you encounter African elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, hyenas, and antelope species. Big cats such as lions and leopards often appear during the cooler hours, while wetlands attract a wide variety of birdlife. Including storks and flamingos near the Kasenyi salt lakes.

After lunch, you enjoy a two-hour boat cruise along the famous Kazinga Channel. A 36-kilometer natural waterway connecting Lake George and Lake Edward. This cruise offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Uganda. You watch large pods of hippos yawning in the water, Nile crocodiles basking along the banks. Elephants playing at the shoreline, and numerous water birds soaring overhead. With binoculars in hand, you capture exceptional wildlife moments from a unique water-level perspective.

DAY 3: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kyambura Gorge & Transfer Back to Entebbe

On your final day, Wild Planet takes you for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience in Kyambura Gorge, a lush underground forest often referred to as the “Valley of Apes.” Guided by expert rangers, you hike through the forest while tracking chimpanzees and observing other primates and bird species. Meeting chimpanzees in their natural habitat offers a thrilling and educational wildlife encounter.

After the trek, you begin the drive back to Kampala or Entebbe, stopping for lunch in Masaka and another visit to the Equator if time allows. You arrive in Kampala or Entebbe in the evening, marking the end of your 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari.

Conclusion: Book Your Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari with Wild Planet

The 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari offers the perfect blend of game drives, boat cruising, and chimpanzee tracking in one of Uganda’s most spectacular national parks. From the wildlife-rich savannahs to the scenic Kazinga Channel and the hidden forests of Kyambura Gorge, this safari delivers unforgettable moments at every turn.

Wild Planet specializes in creating seamless, well-guided, and personalized safari experiences across Uganda. For more details, pricing, or to customize this itinerary to suit your travel needs, consult Wild Planet today and let us help you plan a remarkable wildlife adventure in Queen Elizabeth National Park.