Uganda · Safari

5-Day Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari with Ishasha Lions and Crater Lakes

5 Days Round trip from Lake Nkuruba Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore crater lakes and enjoy a coffee experience in Fort Portal
  • 02 Stop at the Kikorongo equator for photos and water flow experiments
  • 03 Experience a Kazinga Channel boat safari and game drives for wildlife spotting
  • 04 Witness tree-climbing lions in Ishasha and visit Katwe Salt Lake for cultural insights

Embark on a 5-day wildlife and cultural adventure through Uganda's Queen Elizabeth National Park. Explore crater lakes and enjoy a coffee experience in Fort Portal, then stop at the Kikorongo equator for photos and a fun water flow experiment. Experience a Kazinga Channel boat safari and game drives to spot elephants, hippos, buffaloes, and big cats, then witness the famous tree-climbing lions in Ishasha. Your journey also includes a visit to Katwe Salt Lake to learn about traditional salt mining, blending wildlife, culture, and scenic landscapes each day.

Experience a Kazinga Channel boat safari and game drives to spot elephants, hippos, buffaloes, and big cats, then witness the famous tree-climbing lions in Ishasha.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Fort Portal, Queen Elizabeth National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival and Transfer to Nkuruba Nature Reserve

  • Arrive in Entebbe or Kampala and meet your guide.
  • Transfer to Fort Portal on a scenic drive.
  • Upon arrival at Nkuruba Nature Reserve, check in to your lodge and enjoy the serene surroundings.
  • Spot four species of monkeys within the reserve, including Vervet and white colobus monkeys.

Stay overnight at the lodge.

2
Day 02

Crater Lakes Exploration and Queen Elizabeth National Park

  • Enjoy breakfast at your lodge.
  • Spend a leisurely morning at the lodge, soaking in the natural beauty of the reserve.
  • Depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park in the afternoon.
  • Stop at the Kikorongo equator mark en route for memorable photos and a fun water experiment demonstrating the effects of the equator on water flow.
  • Arrive at Queen Elizabeth National Park in the early afternoon and check in at your lodge.
  • Have lunch at the lodge.
  • Embark on an afternoon boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, observing hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species.
  • Go on an evening game drive to spot big cats, Uganda kobs, and hyenas.
  • Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
3
Day 03

Morning Game Drive and Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions

  • Begin the day with breakfast at the lodge.
  • Depart for an early morning game drive to spot wildlife, particularly big cats hunting in the cooler temperatures.
  • Embark on a two-hour drive to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
  • Enjoy a game drive in search of the famous tree-climbing lions.
  • Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
4
Day 04

Katwe Salt Lake Visit and Return to Fort Portal

  • Have breakfast and check out from the lodge.
  • Drive to Katwe Salt Lake and learn about traditional salt extraction methods and the cultural significance of salt in the local community.
  • Transfer back to Fort Portal City and check in at a hotel.
  • Explore the vibrant nightlife of Fort Portal, experiencing local culture before returning to your accommodation.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

5
Day 05

Departure and Transfer to Entebbe

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
  • Check out from the hotel and transfer to Entebbe for your flight home, marking the end of your Ugandan adventure.
Lake Nkuruba, Uganda, Kazinga Channel, Kikorongo equator, Ishasha tree-climbing lions

Where this trip takes you

Lake Nkuruba, Uganda, Kazinga Channel, Kikorongo equator, Ishasha tree-climbing lions

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Lake Nkuruba 4 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation as per the itinerary
  • Transportation services
  • All park entrance fees
  • English-speaking driver/guide
  • All meals as specified
  • Boat safari on Kazinga Channel
  • Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park

What's Not Included

  • Tips
  • Any services not mentioned in the itinerary or considered optional

What to bring

  • Lightweight, comfortable clothing
  • A warm layer for early mornings
  • Rain jacket
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Hat and sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Camera and binoculars
  • Personal toiletries and medications
  • Reusable water bottle

Know before you go

  • Early morning starts are required for game drives.
  • Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
  • Park rules must be followed at all times.
  • Moderate fitness is recommended.
  • Cash is useful in remote areas.
  • Weather can be unpredictable - expect rain.
  • Respect local cultures and communities.
  • Carry valid travel documents and insurance.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Entebbe International Airport, Kampala Road, Entebbe, Uganda
Tour start
Lake Nkuruba, Uganda
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Lake Nkuruba.

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Single Room $1,054.00 — $2,420.00
Double Sharing $1,054.00 — $1,260.00

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