4-Day Tour Guide to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth National Park is one of Uganda’s most popular safari destinations. Located in the western section of the Great African Rift Valley, it is bordered by the majestic Rwenzori Mountains (also known as the Mountains of the Moon). The park is home to over 95 mammal species—including 10 primates such as chimpanzees, vervet, blue, red-tailed, L’Hoest monkeys, colobus, and baboons—plus around 20 predators like lions, leopards, and spotted hyenas. Other wildlife includes buffaloes, elephants, antelopes, hippos, and over 600 bird species.

While the park boasts incredible diversity, it does not have giraffes, impalas, zebras, or rhinos. Visitors can explore crater lakes, both salty and freshwater, enjoy views of the Kazinga Channel, and marvel at the Ishasha plains where tree-climbing lions—males with striking black manes—can be found.

The Kazinga Channel is famed for having the world’s largest concentration of hippos. A boat cruise here offers spectacular wildlife encounters and breathtaking sunsets over the water.

Tour Highlights

• Morning game drive in Kasenyi plains

• Boat ride along the Kazinga Channel

• Viewing tree-climbing lions in Ishasha

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Uganda

• Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where a Star Mount Safaris representative will warmly welcome you to the Pearl of Africa.

• Transfer to your hotel for rest and overnight stay.

Accommodation:

• Luxury: Serena Hotel Entebbe

• Mid-Range: Rosemary Courts
  Meal Plan: Breakfast

Day 2: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park

• Breakfast at 6:00 am and depart by 6:30 am for a 7-hour drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

• Drive through Uganda’s central plains and tea plantations near Fort Portal before descending into the Rift Valley, with views of the Rwenzori Mountains.

• Check into your lodge, enjoy a late lunch, and later visit Katwe Crater Lake, where locals have mined salt for centuries.

Accommodation:

• Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge

• Mid-Range: Marafiki Safari Lodge
  Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Ride

• Early breakfast at 6:00 am, then head for a game drive through the Kasenyi track in search of lions, leopards, hyenas, buffaloes, Uganda kob, waterbuck, bushbuck, and various bird species such as fish eagles and vultures.

• Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.

• Afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel to view elephants, crocodiles, hippos, buffaloes, and an array of birds.

• Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation:

• Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge

• Mid-Range: Marafiki Safari Lodge
  Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Return to Entebbe & Departure

• After breakfast, begin your journey back to Kampala via Mbarara, enjoying views of the Rift Valley escarpment.

• If time permits, visit Igongo Cultural Village.

• Stop at the Equator for photos, demonstrations, and souvenir shopping.

• Drop-off at your hotel or Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch en route

Rates per Person Sharing (RPPS)

• 2 Pax: Mid-Range – $1,435 | Luxury – $2,825

• 4 Pax: Mid-Range – $1,030 | Luxury – $1,385

Tour Includes

• Accommodation in standard rooms at mentioned lodges/hotels

• Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

• Game drives, boat cruises, and excursions as outlined

• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary

• Meals as per meal plan in itinerary

• Services of an English-speaking driver/guide

• Bottled water during safari

Tour Excludes

• Personal expenses (travel/medical insurance, excess baggage, communication, etc.)

• Drinks (soft drinks, alcohol, bottled water not provided in safari)

• Tips/gratuities for guides and hotel staff

• Visa fees ($50)

• Optional activities not listed in itinerary

• International airfare

Important Notes

• Rates are based on current contract prices and subject to change without notice.

• Confirmation depends on room availability at booking.

• Payment accepted via Bank Transfer, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Cash.

• Credit card payments attract a 4% surcharge.