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Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth National Park – Uganda’s Wildlife & Birding Haven

Introduction

About Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda’s most-visited national park and for good reason. This spectacular reserve offers dramatic landscapes, world-class birdwatching, and some of the best wildlife encounters in East Africa.

Located in western Uganda, Queen Elizabeth National Park covers nearly 2,000 square kilometres of grasslands, crater lakes, and volcanic formations. The park is home to iconic African wildlife, including buffalo, elephants, hippos, leopards, and lions. One of its most unique attractions is the population of tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector, easily recognised by the males' distinctive black manes.

Queen Elizabeth National Park is a bird lover’s paradise, with over 500 bird species recorded, making it one of the most diverse birding destinations in Africa. Beyond the famous Big Five, the park also hosts Ugandan kob, giant forest hogs, and a variety of antelope species, offering travellers a chance to spot both popular and lesser-known animals.

Ready to witness the tree-climbing lions and explore Uganda’s most famous park? Browse our carefully curated Uganda safari packages featuring Queen Elizabeth National Park and start planning your journey today.

Curated Safaris

Queen Elizabeth National Park Safaris & Tours

8-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Safari: Mgahinga & Beyond
7 Nights + 8 Days

8-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Safari: Mgahinga & Beyond

From $7,500 per person sharing

Destinations visited: Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

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Uganda Encompassed Wildlife Adventure
8 Days + 7 Nights

Uganda Encompassed Wildlife Adventure

From $4,500 per person sharing

Destinations visited: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

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Where to Stay

Where to Stay in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Rates on request

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Seasons & Timing

Best Time to Visit Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth National Park rewards travellers year-round; the months our safari designers most often recommend are highlighted below. Share your dates and we'll fine-tune the timing for wildlife, weather and value.

Jan January Good
Feb February Good
Mar March Green
Apr April Green
May May Green
Jun June Peak
Jul July Peak
Aug August Peak
Sep September Peak
Oct October Green
Nov November Green
Dec December Good
Peak — prime wildlife & weather Good — great value, fewer crowds Green season — lush & quiet, lowest rates
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