Uganda · Wildlife

3-Day Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari with Kazinga Boat Trip

3 Days Round trip from Kampala Easy pace

Elephants in Queen Elizabeth National Park

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park
02 Take a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel to spot crocodiles and birdlife
03 Drive through the Kasenyi sector, home to Ugandan kobs, lions, and elephants
04 Stop at the Equator for tea, coffee, and souvenir shopping

Explore the diversity and abundance of wildlife on this 3-day safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park from Kampala. Enjoy game drives through the park, home to Ugandan kobs, bushbucks, waterbucks, lions, and elephants, and take a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel to spot crocodiles and different species of birds. The journey also includes stops in Mbarara at the Igongo Cultural Centre and at the Equator for tea, coffee, and souvenir shopping before returning to Kampala or Entebbe.

An afternoon boat trip on the Kazinga Channel will make the day even more memorable as you spot different species of birds gathering in one open space, along with endless sightings of crocodiles.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Mbarara, Fort Portal, Queen Elizabeth National Park

Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Kampala to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Fort Portal

After a wholesome breakfast at your accommodation, our guide will pick you up and drive you to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Fort Portal.
Upon arrival at the lodge, check in and relax. After a while, set out for an evening game drive that allows you to mingle with the wildlife before the sun goes down.
Return to the lodge.

Overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 02

Kasenyi Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Trip

Enjoy an early cup of hot tea or coffee before heading out to the Kasenyi sector of the park for a game drive, home to thousands of Ugandan kobs, lions, elephants, and more.
An afternoon boat trip on the Kazinga Channel will make the day even more memorable as you spot different species of birds gathering in one open space, along with endless sightings of crocodiles.
Late in the evening, drive through the channel track to see families of elephants and hippos coming out to feed.

Return to the lodge for an overnight stay.

Day 03

Morning Game Drive and Return to Kampala

After breakfast, the day will start with a morning game drive.
Drive back to Kampala.
Stop in Mbarara for lunch at the Igongo Cultural Centre, then continue to the Equator for a tea or coffee break and some souvenir shopping.
Reach Kampala or Entebbe in the evening.
Get transferred to the airport or your accommodation.