UGANDA

Queen Elizabeth National Park – 3 Days / 2 Nights

'The Birders crown"
Embark on an epic journey to Queen Elizabeth, formerly Kazinga National Park, Uganda's most biodiverse national park. En route, you'll cross the  Uganda Equator line—a prime photo opportunity—and witness the dramatic landscape shift from bustling city to sweeping savannah. Set majestically in the shadow of the Rwenzori, flanking Lakes Edward and George, the lush savannah of Queen Elizabeth National Park offers prime grazing to buffalo, elephant and various antelope. A checklist of 600-plus bird species testifies to the extraordinary ecological diversity of this park. Mammalian specialties include the elusive giant forest hog, and the legendary tree-climbing lions of the Ishasha Sector.Witness the Coriolis Equator experiment before you take memorable photos at the centre of the Earth. The adventure culminates with an intimate boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lake George and Lake Edward. Glide past one of Africa's densest concentrations of hippos, as well as bathing elephants and a dazzling array of birdlife. Beyond the wildlife, the tour includes a visit to the ancient Katwe salt mines and the park's scenic crater lakes, adding a rich cultural and geological touch to your wildlife-filled journey. This safari provides an unforgettable escape from the city and an immersive dive into Uganda's natural wonders         
  Day One  Depart for Queen Elizabeth N.P
Drive time: 6–7 hours (including stopovers)
06:30 – Your guide will pick you up from your Kampala residence or hotel. Depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park, stopping at the Uganda Equator—the centre of the world—for a photo and a demonstration of the Coriolis effect. Enjoy lunch at Agip Hotel, Mbarara, before continuing through western Uganda’s scenic countryside.
Arrive in the park late afternoon and check in at your appointed lodge for dinner and overnight.
Lodge Options: Mweya Safari Lodge | Katara Lodge | Enganzi Lodge | Buffalo Safari Lodge | Aardvark Safari Lodge | Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge Basis: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
Day Two: Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Launch Cruise
06:45 – After breakfast, set out for an early morning game drive through the Kasenyi Plains, a prime location to spot lions, elephants, buffalo, hyenas, warthogs, Uganda kob, and the rare giant forest hog, along with abundant birdlife.Later, visit the 14th Century Katwe Salt Mines and the Equator monument in Kikorongo for memorable photo moments and another equator experiment
14:00 – Embark on a 2-hour launch cruise along the Kazinga Channel. Enjoy incredible sightings of hippos, elephants, buffaloes, and waterbirds including the Fish Eagle, Goliath Heron, African Jacana, and Egyptian Goose. After the cruise, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.Basis: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day Three: Return to Kampala via the Uganda Equator
Wake up at leisure and enjoy breakfast. Depart for Kampala, with a stopover at Agip Motel or Igongo Cultural Centre, Mbarara, for lunch.Basis: Breakfast
Included
4WD safari vehicle with window seating
Fuel & English-speaking driver/guide
Game drives
Accommodation on full-board basis
Park entrance fees
Launch cruise on the Kazinga Channel
Mineral water (bring your own refillable bottle for sustainability)

Excluded 
Tips and gratuities
Beverages and bar expenses
Accommodation in Kampala
Meals en route
Rescue/Evacuation cover (USD 34 per person recommended)
Laundry and personal expenses
Any items not mentioned above