Top tourist activities in Queen Elizabeth National Park – Game drives and wildlife viewing safaris – Boat cruise experience on Kazinga Channel – Chimpanzee Tracking in Kyambura Gorge and Kalinzu Forest – Lion Tracking
Top tourist activities in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Are you planning a trip to Queen Elizabeth National Park? Are you searching for which attractions to see and things to do in Queen Elizabeth National Park? What activities to Consider to do for your planned trip to Queen Elizabeth National Park? Katland Safaris is more than ready to organize an all-inclusive safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park. We will give you options on accommodation choices, means of transport, and activities to do during your stay in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Queen Elizabeth National Park is one of the savannah Parks found in the Kasese district in Western Uganda, it spreads to the western arm of the Great Rift Valley and is home to a wide variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, hippos, buffalo, Uganda kob, baboon, and many species of birds. With both a riverine and savannah habitat, the park includes the southern Ishasha area with its tree-climbing lions and Maramagambo, one of the largest surviving natural forests in Uganda. The northern Mweya area, traversed by the equator and dominated by the scenery of crater lakes, is often occupied by large flocks of flamingos. This Park is such a beauty and has attracted many visitors throughout the years. The two sectors of Queen Elizabeth National Park;
The Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park is very famous because of its population of tree-climbing lions that are a very exceptional attraction, the Lions are normally seen lazily lying up within the branches of the huge fig trees staring down at the numerous Uganda Kobs that are grazing in the open Ishasha plains and these are the main prey to these lions. Sometimes even leopards can be seen lying in the trees. Depending on Luck, you will be able to see them while on a game drive. The Mweya sector of Queen Elizabeth National is the most used for game drives for visitors to spot various animals. There is a lot to see in Queen Elizabeth National Park besides wildlife, namely; Lake Katwe salt mines, crater lakes, Kyambura gorge, Chimpanzees, the Mangoose project, Maramagambo forest, the beautiful scenery, and the view of the Mountain Rwenzori.
Top tourist activities in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Game drives and wildlife viewing safaris.
It is everyone’s dream to see wildlife on a safari to Africa. You will do game drives to see some of the best wildlife in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Some of the wildlife in this park include Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Buffaloes, Antelopes, Warthogs, Hippos, and many others. You can do morning and afternoon game drives in-game tracks through Kasenyi, Ishasha and the north Kazinga plains will offer you the best of these sightings. Our experienced guide will help in spotting the animals while driving at a snail’s speed. You are only required to pay for Park entrance fees to get into the park and then proceed to drive in the designated tracks to spot wildlife. Queen Elizabeth National Park is endowed and has very beautiful clear views of the surrounding wilderness.
Boat cruise experience on Kazinga Channel
A boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel is also another activity to do in Queen Elizabeth National Park on your safari. The cruise happens on the Kazinga channel between Lake George and Lake Edward, you may encounter herds of elephants, buffalos and antelopes, families of warthogs, large groups of hippos, and crocodiles basking on the shore. Kazinga’s shores are a haven for numerous birds, including many migratory species as they make their way south to warmer climates. The cruise also provides a spectacular view of the beautiful Mweya Peninsula and life in local fishing villages set along the banks. The boat cruise costs USD30 per person for a normal public Launch cruise, but you can as well book a private boat for a romantic cruise for only two of you.
Chimpanzee Tracking in Kyambura Gorge and Kalinzu Forest.
Chimpanzee tracking is also a must-do on your safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park. This can be done in Kyambura Gorge which is within the park. The chimpanzee tracking is done in the morning and afternoon and we can book you the permits and organize this trek for you depending on the itinerary and timing of the activities. The Chimpanzee permit for Kyambura costs USD50 per person per trek which is way cheaper compared to other chimpanzee trekking destinations in Uganda.
Cultural and Community Encounters.
A cultural visit to African communities is such a memorable experience to do on your safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park, you may choose to visit Lake Katwe Mines and witness how the local communities are harnessing park resources to earn a living. It is also an indication why Queen Elizabeth National Park was voted as one of the Parks where wildlife co-exists with human beings. For those who want to visit the local communities, we have the Kasoga community experience project where the local community will share with you the hard experience of living near the park and how they have managed to co-exist peacefully with wildlife you will as well enjoy the cultural encounters and traditional dances. There are also craft villages where you can buy souvenirs as you support the locals
Lion tracking experience in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Most travelers during their safari in Africa love to see lions in their natural environment. Lion tracking in Queen Elizabeth National Park gives you this chance, it involves following an individual or group of lions to learn more about their behavior, feeding habits, and social/group dynamics. To take part in the Lion tracking experience, one needs to book in advance. The experience cost $60 per person for international tourists and 100,000 Ugandan shillings for citizens of East Africa. Payment can be made directly at the Mweya Information Centre. The park authorities give $10 for each booking to the Uganda Carnivores program. You can opt to do early morning, afternoon, and night sessions of lion tracks. Each session takes between two to three hours.
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