Discover Queen Elizabeth National Park, Why do so many people love Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda? Some people say it’s the amazing range of landscapes you will see, such as grasslands, savannahs, acacia forests, wetlands, and lakes.

Some people come to see the dramatic volcanic structure, which includes dozens of deep craters and volcanic cones that rise out of the lush green hills, some of which have formed lakes.

But everyone agrees that this wide range of landscapes is the right place for many safari animals that can’t be found anywhere else in Uganda. In Queen Elizabeth Park, you can see four of the famous “Big Five” animals from Africa. The area is home to 96 different kinds of mammals, such as hippos, chimps, hyenas, leopards, elephants, and the Ugandan kob. Get ready to be amazed when you see the famous tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha area, which is in the south of the park. These lions are known to spend their lazy afternoons relaxing in the branches of fig trees.

Over 600 kinds of birds live in the park. Some of the most colorful are the African skinner, pink-back pelicans, shoebill storks, martial eagles, Papyrus canaries, and flamingos.

The two parks are part of a Lion Conservation Unit, which is an area thought to be a lion stronghold in this part of Central Africa. They are close to Virunga National Park.

There is a lot of wildlife in the park, but the beautiful scenery is also very popular. The reserve is set against the rough Rwenzori Mountains and has stunning views, such as the Kazinga Channel, a long, natural stretch of water that is home to many animals and birds, including what may be the biggest group of hippos and Nile crocodiles in the world.

To add to the variety of this unique park, visitors can also visit the nearby towns. People who come here can learn about and experience traditional events like dance, music, storytelling, and get a feel for the way of life.

About Queen Elizabeth National Park

This park covers 1,978 square kilometers (764 square miles), and it is in the southwest of Uganda. The park goes across the equator; look for markers that show you exactly where it hits 00° latitude.

Temperatures: Because the park is close to the equator, the weather is warm all year. In the day, it’s 28°C (82°F), and at night, it’s only 15°C (59°F). From March to May and August to December, when it rains, the roads can be hard to get on and off of.

When to go: The park is open every day of the year.

If you don’t mind the rain, the wet season is the best time to visit because the trees are lush and there are lots of birds flying around. But if you want to go chimpanzee trekking, you should go in the dry months when the paths are better.

One way to get there is to take an African Safari Kenya tour from Kampala. The trip takes between 6 and 8 hours.

Things to see and do

Game Viewing—The Kasenyi Plains are a great place to see wildlife. It is a big grassland where people can see lions, elephants, leopards, hyenas, warthogs, buffalo, Ugandan kobs, and many kinds of birds.

Lions that Climb Trees—Lions that climb trees are famous. You can find them in the Ishasha area, which is in the southern part of the park. You can only see them in a few places in Africa. As a way to cool off during the day, you can see them sitting in the branches of the big fig trees.

Chimpanzee Trekking: Chimpanzees, monkeys, baboons, flamingos, and other colorful birds live in the beautiful, submerged woods of the Kyambura Gorge. These animals add to the beauty of this very strange place.

Launch Cruise on the Kazinga Channel: Take a slow cruise along this river and watch the hippos. It has the most hippos in Africa. There are also many crocodiles to be found, as well as big groups of elephants, buffalo, antelope, and birds.

Enjoy this huge, green forest that is known for its bat caves on the Maramagambo Forest Walk. The park is also home to pygmy antelopes, chimps, and red-tailed monkeys.

Find out about Queen Elizabeth Park

The scenery here is more beautiful than the species. Some people might think the opposite is true, though. No matter what you’re interested in, Queen Elizabeth Park’s huge variety of plants and animals will amaze you. This historic park has a lot to see and do. It will definitely be the best part of your African tour.

You can find Queen Elizabeth National Park with African Safari Kenya

Come on a trek with us to one of Uganda’s best parks for a fun trip. Visit this place as the first stop on your tour through Uganda. Our trips leave from Entebbe, Rwanda, and Kigali.