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3 Days Uganda Wildlife Tour - Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari Tour
3 Day 2 Night Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Tour and Boat Safari, Uganda
12th Feb
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01st Aug
Overview
3 Days 2 Nights Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Safari & Boat Cruise Uganda
3 Days Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari Tour Overview
The 3 Days 2 Nights Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Safari and Boat Cruise is one of the best short Uganda safari tours, taking you to Uganda’s most visited national park — Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Located in western Uganda, approximately 376 km from Kampala, the park covers about 1,978 sq. km and features some of Africa’s most diverse ecosystems, including savannah plains, crater lakes, wetlands, forests, and the famous Kazinga Channel.
This Uganda safari tour is ideal for travelers looking for wildlife viewing, bird watching, and a boat safari experience in a short time.
Why Visit Queen Elizabeth National Park?
Queen Elizabeth National Park is one of Africa’s most biodiverse protected areas, with:
- Over 100 mammal species
- More than 600 bird species
- Famous populations of lions, elephants, hippos, buffaloes, and Uganda kob
- Unique tree-climbing lions in Ishasha Sector
- Scenic views of the Rwenzori Mountains and the Rift Valley
The park is also home to the Kazinga Channel, one of the best places in Africa for a wildlife boat safari.
Top Safari Highlights
- Stop at the Uganda Equator line for photos and experiments
- Morning game drive in the savannah plains
- Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel
- Big game viewing: elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos
- Tree-climbing lions (optional Ishasha extension)
- Over 600 bird species, including kingfishers and storks
- Stunning views of crater lakes and Rift Valley escarpments
Detailed 3 Days Queen Elizabeth National Park Itinerary
Day 1: Kampala – Equator – Queen Elizabeth National Park
Depart early from Kampala and drive westwards through Uganda’s scenic countryside.
Stop at the Equator line in Kayabwe for photography and water experiment demonstrations before continuing through rolling hills, plantations, and rural landscapes.
Arrive in Queen Elizabeth National Park in the evening. Check in at your lodge, relax, and enjoy dinner.
Accommodation: Safari lodge inside or near the park
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Start your day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains, home to large herds of Uganda kob, elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, and predators such as lions and hyenas.
Return to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, connecting Lake George and Lake Edward. This is one of the best wildlife viewing experiences in Africa.
Expect to see:
- Large pods of hippos
- Nile crocodiles along the banks
- Elephants drinking at the shoreline
- Rich birdlife, including pelicans, cormorants, and African fish eagles
Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Safari lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Morning Drive – Return to Kampala
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning or an optional short game drive, depending on time.
Begin your journey back to Kampala with lunch en route. Arrive in the evening, marking the end of your safari.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Wildlife You Will See
- Lions (including tree-climbing lions in Ishasha)
- Elephants, buffalo, and hippos
- Leopards (rare but possible sightings)
- Uganda kob, topi, bushbuck, waterbuck
- Chimpanzees (Kyambura Gorge – optional)
- Over 600 bird species
Best Time to Visit Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Dry season (June–September & December–February): Best for game viewing
- Wet season (March–May & October–November): Best for bird watching
Why Book This Safari?
- Short and affordable Uganda safari from Kampala
- High chance of seeing big game wildlife
- Unique Kazinga Channel boat safari
- One of Africa’s richest birding destinations
- Perfect combination of game drives and water safari
Related Uganda Safari Tours
- Uganda wildlife safari tours
- Uganda bird watching safaris
- Uganda gorilla trekking tours
- Kibale chimpanzee trekking tours
- Murchison Falls safari tours
- Lake Mburo wildlife tours
Book Your Uganda Safari Today
Plan your unforgettable 3 Days Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Safari & Boat Cruise with a trusted Uganda tour operator and experience the true Pearl of Africa.
Tour Overview
Availability
January 01 - December 31
Duration
3D/2N
Pickup Location
pickup avaiable from airport, train and also cruise
Language
English
Car PickUp
Available
Tour Guide
Included
Included
- Ground Transportation
- Accommodation
- All Meals and bottled water
- All Government Taxes
- All Tourist attractions and activities charges charges
- English-speaking driver/guide
Excluded
- International Flights
- Visa Fees
- Airport Taxes
- Items of personal nature like Laundry
- Bar bills
- Tipping and any extra expenses not included above.
Itenary
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08:00 AM
Day 1: Drive to Queen Elizabeth national park & the Equator.
Early in the morning after breakfast, the ultimate wild safaris guide will pick you from your accommodation in Kampala and embark on your journey to the famous Queen Elizabeth National park. The Park covers an area of about 1978 km2 and its position provides a magnificent view of the rift valley floor that occupies Lake Edward and George.The park has one of the highest biodiversity ratings of any national park in the world as its well known to be a habitat of about 95mammals along with 612 species of birds. Note: On your way to Queen Elizabeth National Park, you stop at the equator in Mpigi. At this point, there are two cement circles marking the equator line and it is worth stopping if you are traveling to Masaka or Kampala for a photo moment.
Also watch a demonstration by a local entrepreneur on how water swirls in opposite directions in the northern & southern hemispheres at the equator line, northern & southern hemispheres at the equator line. Another reason that makes equator a worthwhile stop is the great shopping bargains. The point has got several craft shops and art galleries run by individuals and organizations.
These craft stalls sell souvenirs and handmade products while some with marks talking about the Equator. It will not be inconveniencing if you bought a T-shirt with the words ‘I crossed the Uganda Equator and thereafter you proceed with the journey to Queen Elizabeth national park to lodge for an overnight.
Accommodation Category:
(Mweya Safari Lodge - Luxury option) (Enganzi Lodge - Midrange option)
(Pumba Safari Cottage - Budget option).
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08:00 AM
Day 2: Morning Game drive & Afternoon boat on Kazinga Channel.
After an early breakfast, you go for a long morning game drive at 6.30 a.m. in time to catch up with the early risers and see the sunrise! In the search for wildlife in the park-like; Elephant, Buffalo, Lion, Waterbuck, Leopard, Uganda Kob, Warthog, and different bird species. After lunch, you will take a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel.Here, you will be a shared number of aquatic (more than you can possibly imagine!). You can expect to see: Buffalo, Crocodile, bathing Elephant, and a range of beautiful birds. This will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of your tour. After the boat-safari, you do a game drive back to the lodge.
Accommodation Category:
(Mweya Safari Lodge - Luxury option) (Enganzi Lodge - Midrange option)
(Pumba Safari Cottage - Budget option).
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08:00 AM
Day 3: Drive back to Kampala.
After breakfast, you will drive back to Kampala with a stopover for en-route lunch. Your guide will take you to your accommodation in Kampala and call it the end queen Elizabeth national park experience.
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