QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK
This park was founded in the year 1952 as Kazinga National Park. Two years later it was renamed to commemorate a visit by Queen Elizabeth II. The park occupies an estimated total area of 1,978km2 located on the western region of Uganda. It includes the Maramagambo Forest and borders Kigezi Game Reserve, Kyambura Game Reserve, Kibale National Park, and the Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The park together with the adjacent Virunga National Park are a Lion Conservation Unit. The area would be considered a potential lion stronghold in Central Africa, if poaching is curbed and prey species recover. The park holds dear a partnership with Queen Elizabeth Country Park in England and supports conservation through empowering local communities. Eye flattering landscapes, plenty of both wildlife and birdlife are some of the features the park boasts.
Best time to visit
March to May and August to December are the wettest months and are best for marveling on the green landscape. January to February and June to July which are the driest months are considered the best time to visit for wildlife viewing. However, the park is open all year round.
Highlights
- The park is known for its wildlife, including African buffalo, Ugandan kob, hippopotamus, giant forest hog, warthog, Nile crocodile, African bush elephant, African leopard, lion, and chimpanzee
- Tree-climbing lions around Ishasha area in Rukungiri district
- Over 90 mammal species and 500 bird species
- The magnificent natural landscapes
- Warm and welcoming locals
Our Favourite Properties
Buffalo Safari Lodge
The Lodge is located at Katunguru Bridge in Queen Elizabeth Park and sits in 25 acres of wilderness overlooking the renowned Kazinga Channel. It constitutes a total of 17 rooms which is ideal for groups. This property boasts of a serene environment comprising of spectacular flora and fauna such as elephants, buffaloes, hippos, warthogs and a variety of birds. See more.
Kyambura Gorge Lodge
The lodge is located on the very edge of the Kyambura Gorge which sits outside of Queen Elizabeth National Park.The gorge itself is home to family of habituated chimpanzees so you can depart on a trek to explore and learn about the species. The property boasts eight beautiful and spacious bandas nestled on the hillside, each with its own bathroom. The lodge is set on the gorge’s edge which allows it to offer you spectacular views of the surrounding. See more.
Ishasha Wilderness Camp
The camp is an idyllic retreat for people who truly enjoy the wilderness. It offers high quality accommodation in the unspoilt, remote southern sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree climbing lions. It is designed it to be as low impact as possible with low usage of water, power and other resources. Solar power is used for lighting with power points limited to a central area allocated for recharging electronic devices. See more.
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