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3-Day Luxury Safari in Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park

Track chimpanzees in Kalinzu Forest, cruise the Kazinga Channel for hippos and crocodiles, and spend two nights inside Queen Elizabeth National Park.

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Duration
3 days
3 stops
Stays
1 stay
Matched to published ALE properties
Guide price
From US$1,866
per person
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Luxury tour
Shared tour

The journey

Journey overview

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s wildlife gem! Cruise along the Kazinga Channel, spotting hippos and birds up close, and trek through the forest in search of playful chimpanzees. Set out on a thrilling game drive to encounter lions, elephants, buffalo, and more. After your adventures, relax at your lodge and soak in the stunning landscapes. A journey full of wonder awaits!

  • Activities: game drives, chimpanzee trekking & boat trip
  • Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle We can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Luxury tour
  • Shared tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Not for single travelers
  • Minimum age of 15 years

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

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01Day 1

Day 1

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Begin your adventure with a warm pickup from your Kampala hotel, then head west on a scenic drive. Stop at the Equator for iconic photos and a coffee break, then pass through charming villages and endless tea plantations. As you descend the escarpment, breathtaking views of Queen Elizabeth National Park unfold before you. Enjoy lunch along the way or at your lodge, and later, explore a local village or crater lake before unwinding with stunning sunset views.
  • Luxury lodge located inside Queen Elizabeth NP
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
02Day 2

Day 2

Wildlife Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Start your morning with an early breakfast before setting off on a 7:00 am game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park. Look out for incredible wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffalo, hyenas, and antelopes like bushbucks and kobs, along with the elusive giant forest hog. In the afternoon, at around 3:00 pm, enjoy a relaxing boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, where you'll encounter hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and buffalo gathered at the water’s edge. Keep your eyes open for a variety of birdlife, possibly including the rare shoebill stork. Wrap up the day with a short evening game drive, then return to your lodge for dinner and a peaceful night’s rest.
  • Luxury lodge located inside Queen Elizabeth NP
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
03Day 3

Day 3

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kalinzu & Return to Kampala

After an early breakfast, head to Kalinzu Forest for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking adventure. Follow the forest trails as you search for these fascinating primates, watching them swing through the trees, play, and forage in the wild. After this memorable experience, begin your scenic drive back to Kampala, stopping at the Equator for lunch and a photo break. Arrive in the evening and transfer to your hotel, filled with incredible safari memories.
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinks not included

Stays

Where you will stay

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Mweya Safari Lodge Days 1 to 2 · 2 nights

Mweya Safari Lodge

Northern Queen Elizabeth National Park

Luxury lodge inside Queen Elizabeth NP

2 nights Room confirmed with quote
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What’s included

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Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. Chimp permits(One per person, non-resident)
  3. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  4. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  5. A professional driver/guide
  6. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  7. All Taxes/VAT
  8. Roundtrip airport transfer
  9. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  10. Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

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From

US$1,866

per person

Guide price

US$1,866 per person

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Best for

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Journey pace

1 stay

2 nights across 3 days, following the source itinerary.

Rooms

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Source freshness

28 Aug 2026

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