Many individuals want to add the Ishasha area of Queen Elizabeth National Park, but before one does, various issues constantly surface. Worth the money invested, is a game drive or visit to Ishasha Side of Queen Elizabeth National Park worth? Ishasha side is so unique that one should include it into the schedule while visiting Queen Elizabeth National Park. Visiting Ishasha’s side of Queen Elizabeth National Park costs what?

The Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park is well-known for its population of tree-climbing lions, a very unique attraction. Usually seen sloppily lying down within the branches of the large fig trees staring down at the many Uganda Kobs grazing in the open Ishasha grasslands, these lions are actually the main prey for them.

Even leopards sometimes may be spotted sleeping in the tress. Luck will determine whether or not you see them on a game drive. Usually utilized for game drives for guests to see the rare tree-climbing lions and other diverse wildlife, Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth National Park is usually a terrific experience for many and well worth the money.

Ishasha side Queen Elizabeth National Park

One of the savannah parks in the Kasese district in Western Uganda, Queen Elizabeth National Park is the most well-known national park in Uganda. It stretches to the western arm of the Great Rift Valley and hosts a great variety of wild animals including elephants, lions, hippos, buffalo, Uganda kob, baboon, and many species of birds.

Comprising both a riverine and savannah type of ecosystem, the park features the southern Ishasha region with its tree-climbing lions and maramagambo, one of Uganda’s biggest remaining natural forests.

The game drives may be done at any time of the day; the Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP begins extremely early in the morning at approximately 6:00 am for possibilities of cats and other wild animals till sunset.

Every one of our cars on these game excursions has a pop-up top that lets you see brilliantly even at a distance and also provides superb Photograph. As you travel throughout the paths, the driver-guide will assist you in spotting the animals and birds; the unique experience worth the money.

How valuable are game drives for Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP?

Given the chance to observe the tree-climbing lions and other animals while you enjoy the magnificent African wilderness sceneries, what you spend as admission fees for the game drives in Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP is an investment in yourself.

The money spent on the game drives is well worth it as the funds paid also support the preservation of animals and their natural environment in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Money spent on the game drives in Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP and park entrance fees to the park also helps to benefit the local communities that leave near and within Queen Elizabeth National Park this, in turn, encourages the local communities to conserve and protect the wildlife in the park since their importance is known by the local communities through the 20% money they receive every year of the park entrance fees paid by tourists who visit Queen Elizabeth National Park.

This money goes directly to the local communities who are on the lead committees and indirectly through infrastructure and projects that help contribute to a better life of the local communities by the building of schools, hospitals and practicing agriculture, so also making the money spent on the game drives in Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP worth it.

Game drives on Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP cost what?

Game drives on Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP may be scheduled according to various itinerary plans you purchased. To completely explore the Park, you may choose Morning, afternoon, evening, and night game drives; however, this would call for extra days of lodging. Non-foreign residents will be charged USD40 per person for park admission fees in order to be allowed to perform game drives in Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP.

While the day game drives USD 30 for foreigners per person daily and UGX30000 shillings for East African Citizens per person daily, the night game drives cost USD40 per person for Foreigners and UGX 40,000 for the East Africans. The levy is paid to the Park headquarters or head office Uganda Wildlife Authority.

Ideal time for wildlife drives on Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP

Game drives at Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP would be best scheduled during the dry season from June to September and December to February every year. You may observe the animals and go on a safari at Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth National Park by visiting the park all year long as well. Compared to rainy seasons, dry seasons provide excellent observations of tree climbing lions and other species.

From Ishasha’s perspective of Queen Elizabeth National Park, what else to see?

Trekking with gorillas on the Buhoma side of Bwindi

You could decide to travel two to three hours to Buhoma side of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for gorilla treking while in Ishasha. Though the route is not perfect, traveling to and from is well worth it. One should take advantage of gorilla trekking, which remains the most asked tourist excursion in Africa once at Ishasha.

Booking your gorilla permit ahead of time is usually encouraged as gorilla permits sell fast. The most sought-after area in Bwindi for both tour companies and lone visitors is Buhoma, which is somewhat near to Ishasha. Permission are constantly contested for here. Contact Katland safaris with confirm availability and arrange your gorilla permit before adding gorilla treking to your agenda.

drives and Kazinga Channel Boar cruises

With two main portions, Queen Elizabeth National Park ranks second among the protected areas in Uganda. Apart from Ishasha in the south, we have one lovely sector named Mweya in the northern section of this huge protected region.

One may see additional wildlife in the Kasenyi savannah plains to build on what he or she might have missed in Ishasha. Mweya also offers one a chance to see animals flocking to this area for water by enjoying a boat tour on the Kazinga waterway. Among them are birds, crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, occasionally lions, and so many more. When at Queen Elizabeth National Park, the Kazinga channel is indeed one of the few highlights.

Mounting the Rwenzori mountains

If you like mountain climbing, you could decide to travel north to arrange hiking in the Rwenzori mountains. One of the hardest but most worthwhile mountain experience providers in Africa, Rwenzori is said to be You may decide to spend three to eight days hiking, but depending on your level of physical condition, you will require at least eight to nine days if you must reach the snow-capped top of this mountain. If interested, kindly contact us; Katland safaris plans trekking trips to Rwenzori National Park.

Trekking in Kyambura or Kalinzu among chimpanzees

Primate enthusiasts might try to visit Kyambura Gorge in order to undertake a primate job here. Each day eight permits are available and a monkey walk allowing you to view chimpanzees in their natural environment costs $50 per person. From Ishasha to Kyambura, where primate walks and chimpanzee trekking is conducted, the journey takes around two hours.

Pre- booking your Kyambura chimpanzee permit helps to prevent missing out. Another place for chimpanzee hiking and birdwatching is Kalinzu woodland, which one may explore either from Ishasha or otherwise. For more information about chimpanzee trekking in Kalinzu and Kyambura canyon, contact Katland safaris.

Where on Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP should one stay?

Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP offers many lodging options where one may stay throughout their safari. From Luxurious to Budget Lodges, the lodges are very secure and pleasant for stay. It is advisable to choose Lodges based on your means constantly.

Among the opulent lodges are Ishasha Wilderness Lodge, Ishasha Jungle Lodge, For budget/mid-range lodgings Enjojo Lodge, Topi Lodge, Ishasha on the River Lodge, and many more.

Getting to Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth National Park

Daily flights to Kihihi Airstrip, on Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP, are the simplest way to get to the park; the travel just takes around one hour and fifteen minutes. From Entebbe International Airport or Kajjansi, fly to Kihihi Airstrip. As you enter the Park, the travel time from the Airstrip into the park is really quick and much to see.

You may also like a road excursion to Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP. Entebbe/Kampala is around six to seven hours’ driving away. Although the travel seems lengthy, it is rather fun as you may stop on the way to get beautiful views of plenty.

Given the condition of our park’s roads, we only rely on 4×4 vehicles for mobility. With a pop-up canopy to let you watch and take pictures, the cars are really cosy and roomy. Travelers from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park may easily reach this side of the park, so combining gorilla treking with wildlife drives in Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP is rather simple.

Why schedule your game drive under Katland Safaris in Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP?

Established in 3003, Katland safaris is proud of creating specially designed safaris on Ishasha side of Queen Elizabeth NP. Its staff is highly conscientious and reliable. Our staff of seasoned tour advisers responds to your questions in twenty minutes.

These advisers will create a travel schedule for you, address all of your queries, and ensure that all of your services are reserved ahead of time to help you to prevent problems. Depending on your language choice, we also offer well informed safari guides. All comes down to your taste.