Queen Elizabeth works for luxury travel with some planning.
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 for luxury travel?
- You can fly straight to an airstrip near your lodge.
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.
When to go
The best period overall is June to September and December to February.
The drier periods and the best time for game drives and viewing along the Kazinga Channel.
Other destinations for luxury travel
- Okavango Delta Botswana
- Masai Mara Kenya
- Ngorongoro Tanzania
- Serengeti Tanzania
- Madikwe South Africa
- Sabi Sand South Africa
Full Queen Elizabeth guideBest safaris for luxury travel
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Frequently asked questions
Is Queen Elizabeth good for luxury travel?
Queen Elizabeth works for luxury travel with some planning.
When should I visit Queen Elizabeth for luxury travel?
Generally June to September and December to February.
What should I know before booking?
You can fly straight to an airstrip near your lodge.
Sources: Uganda Wildlife Authority - Queen Elizabeth National Park · Climates to Travel - Uganda (Kasese normals)
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.
