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Embark on an unforgettable 3-day Uganda wildlife safari to the renowned Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you’ll enjoy thrilling game drives, a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, and an exhilarating chimpanzee trekking experience in Kalinzu Forest. This short yet immersive safari from Kampala or Entebbe offers the perfect blend of wildlife, scenery, and primate encounters.
Pick-up Location: Your residence/hotel in Kampala or Entebbe
Estimated Travel Time: 7 hours (410 km)
After an early morning pick-up, embark on a scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most popular wildlife destinations.
En route, make a stop at the iconic Kayabwe Equator Landmark for a memorable photo session and brief scientific demonstration.
Enjoy lunch at a selected en-route restaurant.
Continue your journey and arrive at the park in the late afternoon.
Visit the picturesque Twin Crater Lakes in the Bunyaruguru area, offering breathtaking views and photo opportunities.
Check-in at your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Pumba Safari Cottages (Standard)
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Begin the day with an early morning game drive safari in the Kasenyi Plains, renowned for sightings of lions, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, and various bird species.
Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and some relaxation.
In the afternoon, enjoy a 2-hour boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. Expect to see hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and vibrant water birds like African fish eagles, cormorants, and kingfishers.
After the boat cruise, embark on an evening game drive to catch a glimpse of nocturnal wildlife.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Pumba Safari Cottages (Standard)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After an early breakfast, transfer to Kalinzu Forest Reserve for an exciting chimpanzee tracking safari.
Accompanied by experienced guides, hike through the forest in search of habituated chimpanzees. Along the way, spot various primates, butterflies, and bird species.
After the trek, begin your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe International Airport, arriving in the late afternoon or evening.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
✅ Round-trip airport transfers (Pick-up and drop-off at Entebbe International Airport)
✅ Private English-speaking safari guide for 3 days
✅ Exclusive use of a custom 4×4 safari vehicle with A/C and pop-up roof for game viewing
✅ Fuel for the entire trip
✅ 2 nights’ accommodation in a standard lodge
✅ All meals as per the itinerary
✅ Bottled mineral water throughout the safari
✅ All applicable government taxes and park entrance fees
✅ Game drives (morning and evening) in Queen Elizabeth National Park
✅ 2-hour Kazinga Channel boat cruise
✅ Chimpanzee trekking permit for Kalinzu Forest Reserve
✅ En-route meals
✅ Stopover at the Equator landmark in Kayabwe
❌ International and domestic flights (unless otherwise specified)
❌ Uganda entry visa
❌ Personal travel insurance
❌ Optional activities and meals not mentioned in the itinerary
❌ Extra drinks (soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, specialty juices, wines)
❌ Tips, souvenirs, and items of personal nature
❌ Accommodation before or after the tour (can be arranged upon request)
Comfortable safari clothes (neutral colors)
Hiking boots for chimpanzee trekking
Sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
Insect repellent
Binoculars and camera
Light rain jacket
This short Uganda wildlife safari is perfect for travelers with limited time who want to experience the very best of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Contact us now to customize this itinerary or check availability.
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