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

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.