Queen Elizabeth on a budget

Queen Elizabeth is a good choice on a budget.

Suitability: ★★★★★

Queen Elizabeth National Park in western Uganda combines savannah, lakes, forest and volcanic craters. It is one of Uganda's most varied parks for birds and mammals.

Why Queen Elizabeth on a budget?

• Shared tours and mid-range lodging are available.
• Travelling by road instead of flying in keeps costs down.

What awaits you in Queen Elizabeth

• Kazinga Channel boat trip between Lakes Edward and George
• Tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector
• Chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge
• More than 600 bird species
• Straddles the equator with the Rwenzori Mountains as backdrop

Wildlife you may encounter: lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, hyenas and chimpanzees.

Suggested time on the ground: 2 to 3 days. In Kasese District about 410 km west of Kampala; the drive takes at least 7-8 hours. Flights from Entebbe serve Kasese, Mweya or Kihihi (for Ishasha) airstrips.

Activities that fit

game drives and birdwatching.

When to go

The best period overall is June to September and December to February. For quieter months and often better value, try March, May and November.

The drier periods and the best time for game drives and viewing along the Kazinga Channel.

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Sources: Uganda Wildlife Authority - Queen Elizabeth National Park · Climates to Travel - Uganda (Kasese normals)
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.