3-Day Thrilling Luxury Safari In Queen Elizabeth NP

3 Days

Kubwa Five Safari's 3-Day Thrilling Luxury Safari In Queen Elizabeth NP offers a perfect short escape into one of Uganda’s most diverse and scenic wildlife destinations. Located in the western part of the country, this iconic national park is renowned for its sweeping savannah plains, crater lakes, lush forests, and the famous Kazinga Channel. The park is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, making it an ideal destination for travelers who want to experience Uganda’s rich biodiversity within a limited time.

This 3-Day Thrilling Luxury Safari In Queen Elizabeth NP is designed to give you an immersive wildlife experience through exciting game drives across the park’s vast savannah and a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, one of the most rewarding wildlife viewing spots in East Africa. During the game drives, you will explore the park’s diverse habitats while searching for wildlife such as elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, warthogs, and predators like lions and leopards. The open plains and acacia-dotted landscapes provide excellent opportunities to observe animals in their natural environment while enjoying breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness.

A highlight of this safari is the boat ride along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway that connects Lake Edward and Lake George. This relaxing yet thrilling cruise offers a unique perspective of the park as you glide close to the shoreline where large herds of elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes gather to drink. The channel is also famous for having one of the highest concentrations of hippos in Africa, along with numerous Nile crocodiles basking along the banks. Bird lovers will also find this experience particularly rewarding, as the channel attracts a wide variety of water birds and migratory species.

As you conclude this 3-Day Thrilling Luxury Safari In Queen Elizabeth NP, you'll have experienced Queen Elizabeth National Park's wildlife and beauty. From game drives to the Kazinga Channel boat ride, this journey will leave you with great memories of Uganda's wild side.

Cost per person:

Starting from: $1500 (Luxury Accommodation) per person based on two travelers sharing

 1 Person2 People3 People4 People5 People6 People
Jan-April$2100$1500$1300$1200$1100$1000
May- August$2300$1700$1500$1400$1300$1200
Sept- Dec$2200$1600$1400$1300$1200$1100

Cost Per Child (Discount)

Age0-2 years old3-6 years old7-10 years old11-13 years old14+ years old
Discount Rate100%65%50%15%0%

 

  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Luxury Lodges
  • English, Spanish, French, Dutch, German, Italian, and Chinese speaking guides
  • Safari Van/ 4X4 Landcruiser
  • 1-100 people
  • 1-90 years old
  • January - December
  • Entebbe International Airport
  • Entebbe International Airport

Why This Tour?

3-Day Thrilling Luxury Safari In Queen Elizabeth NP

Get ready for the 3-Day Thrilling Luxury Safari In Queen Elizabeth NP. Our 3-day tour takes you to this amazing park for exciting game drives and a boat ride on the Kazinga Channel. Spot lions, elephants, hippos, and more in this stunning park.

Uganda Tours

You will visit Queen Elizabeth National Park.

The 3-Day Thrilling Luxury Safari In Queen Elizabeth NP offers an exciting opportunity to explore one of Uganda’s most popular wildlife destinations, known for its remarkable biodiversity, scenic landscapes, and abundant wildlife. Located in western Uganda between the majestic Lake George and Lake Edward, the park features a beautiful mix of savannah plains, wetlands, forests, and volcanic crater lakes that support a wide range of animals and bird species.

During this safari, you will enjoy thrilling game drives across the park’s vast savannah plains, where you will have the chance to spot a variety of wildlife in their natural habitat. The park is home to large herds of elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, and several antelope species, while predators such as lions and leopards can sometimes be seen roaming the grasslands. The early morning and evening game drives provide excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing as animals are more active during these cooler hours of the day.

Another highlight of the safari is the boat cruise along the famous Kazinga Channel, a natural channel that connects Lake George to Lake Edward. This relaxing yet fascinating excursion offers one of the best wildlife viewing experiences in the park. As the boat moves slowly along the water, you may see large pods of hippos, Nile crocodiles basking on the banks, and herds of elephants and buffaloes gathering at the shoreline to drink. The channel is also a paradise for bird lovers, with numerous water birds and migratory species frequently spotted along its shores.

Throughout the 3-Day Thrilling Luxury Safari In Queen Elizabeth NP, visitors will enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the park, including rolling savannah landscapes, crater lakes, and distant views of the Rwenzori Mountains. With its rich wildlife, spectacular scenery, and diverse ecosystems, this short safari provides a memorable experience for travelers looking to discover the natural beauty and wildlife of Queen Elizabeth National Park within a limited time.

Highlights

  • Guided Game Drives
  • Boat Ride
  • Bird Watching
  • Birding
  • Evening Game Drive
  • Morning Game Drive
  • Equator Stopover
  • Queen Elizabeth National Park

Tour Plan

  • Day
    1

    Arrive In Uganda | Travel To Queen Elizabeth National Park | Evening Game Drive

    On arrival in Uganda, you will be welcomed and picked up by our Kubwa Five Safaris guide, who will be holding an A4 paper with your name printed on it at Entebbe International Airport and be transferred to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

    This is a huge park where wildlife and people coexist in harmony. You will have lunch on the way.

    On arrival, you will go for an evening game drive.

    Extending across a well-watered 1,978km² stretch of the Rift Valley floor, Queen Elizabeth National Park packs in a biodiversity that would be the envy of many far larger African conservation areas. Wildlife viewing is excellent.

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    You can be confident of seeing hippo, elephant, buffalo, warthog and a variety of grazers including the handsome Uganda kob, which is the national antelope.

    Meals and overnight at Elephant Plains Lodge/ Mweya Safari Lodge/ Katara Lodge.

  • Day
    2

    Morning Game Drive | Boat Ride | Evening Game Drive

    After breakfast, you will go for the morning game drive. Back in Queen Elizabeth National Park, you get the opportunity to look for some of the wildlife you missed first time around.

    Put on some warm clothes and enjoy an early morning game drive. This is the perfect time to experience the wildlife and the landscapes they inhabit.

    Tree Climbing Lions

    The light is soft and warm – perfect for photography – and most
    animals are out and about, and active. If you’re not an early riser, you’ll definitely want to make an exception here.

    After the morning game drive, you will have lunch at your lodge the you go for the boat ride on Kazinga channel.

    Some of the best wildlife viewings are done on a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, passing squacco herons, pied kingfishers, large numbers of buffaloes and hippos, basking crocodiles, and many different bird species and large mammals.

    We join a boat trip following the Kazinga Channel to its confluence with Lake Edward. Hemmed in by steep walls and set below the glacial Rwenzori peaks, Kazinga is home to large numbers of hippo, as well as elephant, buffalo, waterbuck and Uganda kob.

    Lion, leopard and giant forest hog are more occasional. The birdlife is reliably fabulous.

    Later, you will have an evening game drive.

    Meals and overnight at Elephant Plains Lodge/ Mweya Safari Lodge/ Katara Lodge.

  • Day
    3

    The Last Day With Us | Equator Stopover | Transfer To The Airport | Fly Back Home

    After having a delightful breakfast, you will be transferred to the Airport.

    You will have a stopover at the Equator. See where this imaginary line divides our planet into two equal hemispheres. Lunch, snacks, souvenirs and photographs may be taken here.

    You will then proceed to Entebbe International Airport for your scheduled flight back home.

    All good things must come to an end, and your time with us on safari in Uganda will now draw to a close. We're sure that you've had a wonderful time.

Inclusions

  • Services of an expert guide
  • Airport transfer (Airport pick up and drop off)
  • Daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
  • Ground transportation (4×4 safari Landcruiser / minivan with pop-up tops)
  • Full board accommodation and en route meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Park fees and relevant government taxes.

Exclusions

  • Airfares
  • Visa fees
  • Personal insurance
  • Expenses of personal nature, such as drinks, tips, laundry, telephone, and cigarettes
  • Accommodation and meals not indicated in the itinerary

Accommodation

Throughout this exciting journey, you will be accommodated in a variety of accommodations.

The accommodation is appropriate and will be determined by your budget. Kubwa Five Safaris offers the best service at every level. Kubwa Five Safaris reserves the right to substitute comparable or superior accommodations. If an equivalent standard hotel is not available, Kubwa Five Safaris may substitute the next best quality hotel or suggest a superior for an additional fee. Hotels and lodges provide free Wi-Fi.

Please see the list below for more information on the safari lodges in each national park/destination included in this tour package.

How to Get There

Please book your flight to arrive at Entebbe International Airport.

Kubwa Five Safaris will cater for your Airport/Hotel transfers i.e pick-ups and drop-offs provided they are to happen within your safari days with us

After your thrilling vacation in Uganda, Kubwa Five Safaris will drop you off at Entebbe International Airport for your scheduled flight back home.

Visa Applications

Please write to us for more details.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is included in the safari package cost?

The cost covers all accommodations, meals as specified, park entrance fees, game drives, guide services, and ground transportation throughout the safari.

3. What should I pack for this 3-day safari?

Essentials include lightweight clothing, hiking boots, a rain jacket, insect repellent, sunscreen, binoculars, a camera, a reusable water bottle, and personal medication. A full packing list will be shared upon booking.

4. Is this safari suitable for families with children?

Yes it is.

5. What type of accommodations are provided?

We use clean, safe, and comfortable lodges. All accommodations have private self-contained rooms; bathrooms are inside the rooms/tents.

6. Can dietary requirements be accommodated?

Yes. We cater to most dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and others. Please let us know your preferences in advance.

7. How physically demanding is the safari?

Most of the safari involves vehicle-based game drives and scenic travel, you will require moderate physical fitness.

8. Is travel insurance required?

Yes. We strongly recommend that all participants have comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and lost luggage.

9. What is the group size?

Our private safari is tailored to provide an intimate and immersive experience for small groups. We accommodate groups of 4 to 24 travelers, ensuring that each participant receives personalized attention and a unique safari experience.

10. Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes, we can tailor this safari to fit your schedule, interests, or accommodation preferences. Contact us for a personalized quote.

Why Should You Visit Uganda?

  • Uganda

Uganda is known as "The Pearl of Africa" with good cause. It is one of the few places in the world where you may enjoy safaris, mountains, forests, rivers, and rich culture all in one trip.

It is one of just three nations where you can journey to observe wild mountain gorillas, particularly in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Meeting these gentle giants is an unforgettable experience.

The Nile River's source is in Uganda! Jinja, Africa's adventure capital, offers whitewater rafting, kayaking, bungee jumping, and relaxing sunset cruises.

Frequently Asked Question about Uganda

  1. When is the best time of year to visit Uganda?

Uganda is accessible at any time of year. Mountain gorilla trekking is on most tourists’ bucket lists, and permits are available all year.

Uganda is a tropical country that receives a lot of rain. The wettest months are March to May, which can make travel difficult. During the Wet Season some roads become extremely muddy and difficult to navigate.

The dry season months of June to August and December to February provide the best travel conditions, and are also ideal for Ugandan gorilla trekking. The dry season months are also ideal for general wildlife viewing in savannah reserves because animals congregate around rivers and waterholes, and the grass is shorter, making spotting easier.

2. How are the wildlife viewing opportunities in Uganda?

Uganda is home to some of the best wilderness areas on the African continent. Uganda unquestionably has some of the best and most beautiful wildlife in the world.

Uganda has a diverse wildlife population and is home to the big five game animals. Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Kidepo Valley National Park, and Lake Mburo National Park are the best places in Uganda to see wildlife.

A wildlife viewing experience in Uganda is well worth your time and money, and it will leave you with lasting memories. Uganda, unspoiled and raw, offers a genuine sense of off-the-beaten-path adventure.

Uganda is endowed with numerous natural and cultural wonders that are largely unknown to the general public. Uganda is still relatively unknown, with the majority of tourists interviewed stating that this was their first visit and promising to return with their friends. With an astounding number of hippos, rhinos, lions, leopards, elephants, gorillas, chimps, giraffes, buffalos, and other animals thriving in Uganda’s national parks, Uganda is undeniably endowed.

Uganda is home to over 350 different species of mammals of various sizes. They include large mammals such as gorillas, rhinos, hippos, chimps, buffaloes, lions, leopards, elephants, zebras, giraffes, and warthogs, as well as small mammals such as bats, moles, and shrews. These mammals are classified into three groups: primates (gorillas, chimps, monkeys, and others), carnivores (leopards, African wildcats, cheetahs, and others), and herbivores (Buffalos, elephants, Giraffes and more).

3. Is Uganda safe for tourists?

When traveling to urban areas, travelers should take the usual precautions for their safety and try to avoid traveling at night. Petty crime is a problem in urban areas, just as it is in all poor countries. Each national park is equipped with security personnel in order to guarantee the tourists’ well-being.