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    • 3-Day Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Safari

    3-Day Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Safari

    Primate Adventure in Western Uganda.

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    Family wildlife safari including game drives, boat cruise, and chimpanzee trekking

    This 3-day Uganda wildlife safari takes you to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of the country’s most iconic and biodiverse conservation areas. From vast savannahs and crater lakes to riverine forests and the famed Kazinga Channel, this short adventure offers rich wildlife sightings and unforgettable landscapes. You’ll enjoy classic game drives across the Kasenyi and Ishasha plains, trek chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge, and cruise along a wildlife-rich waterway dotted with hippos, crocodiles, and exotic birds.

    Ideal for travelers with limited time, this compact safari blends big-game viewing with primate encounters and scenic drives through Uganda’s southwest. The tour starts and ends in Entebbe and includes all ground transport, park activities, permits, and accommodations.

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    Start:
    Entebbe, Uganda

    End:
    Entebbe, Uganda

    Destinations
    Uganda

    Meals
    2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

    Transport
    4WD Private Safari Vehicle

    Accommodation
    Eco-lodge (2 nights)

    Age
    ALL, 15+ for chimpanzee trekking

    Theme
    Wildlife

    Physical rating
    2 out of 5

    Itinerary

    Murchison Ziwa Budongo safari safari route map

    DAY 1: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Afternoon Game Drive

    After an early arrival at Entebbe International Airport, meet your safari guide and begin the scenic drive southwest to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The journey takes approximately 6–7 hours, with several cultural and scenic stopovers en route, including the Royal Drum Makers' village and the Equator crossing for a photo opportunity. Travel through fertile farmlands, banana plantations, and grazing lands with long-horned Ankole cattle. Upon arrival at the park, check into your lodge and enjoy lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive on the Kasenyi plains. This area is renowned for its high concentration of lions, elephants, Uganda kobs, and buffaloes. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and relaxation.

    Meals: Lunch & Dinner
    Accommodation: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge (Mid-range) / Mweya Safari Lodge (Luxury)

    DAY 2: Chimpanzee Trekking and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

    Start the day with breakfast at your lodge before heading out for a guided chimpanzee trekking experience in Kyambura Gorge. This underground tropical forest ecosystem is home to a habituated community of chimpanzees, along with monkeys, baboons, and forest birds. The trek typically lasts 2–3 hours depending on chimp locations. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and a short break. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. This two-hour cruise offers excellent photography opportunities, with sightings of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants on the banks, and over 60 species of waterbirds. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    Accommodation: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge (Mid-range) / Mweya Safari Lodge (Luxury)

    DAY 3: Game Drive in Ishasha and Return to Entebbe

    After breakfast, check out and head south to the Ishasha Sector for a final game drive in search of the rare tree-climbing lions—often seen lounging in fig and acacia trees. The Ishasha plains also support topi, buffaloes, elephants, and various birds of prey. After your game drive, begin the return journey to Entebbe, stopping again at the Equator for lunch and souvenir shopping. You will be dropped off at the airport or your preferred accommodation in the evening, marking the end of your 3-day Uganda wildlife safari.

    Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
    Accommodation: Not included (can be arranged on request)

    Inclusions and activities

    Meals
    All meals as specified in the itinerary
    Transport
    Ground transportation in 4WD safari vehicle with driver + fuel
    Accommodation
    2 nights in eco-lodge near Queen Elizabeth N.P.
    Permits & Park Fees
    Chimpanzee permit, boat cruise + park fees
    Activities
    • Game drives: morning & evening
    • Boat Launch on Kazinga Channel
    • Chimpanzee Trekking in Kyambura Gorge
    Not included
    • International flights (to/from Uganda)
    • Visa fees
    • Travel insurance
    • Tips and gratuities (suggested $10 per person per day)
    • Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, souvenirs)

    3-Day Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Safari: Final pricing depends on group size and accommodation level. Chimpanzee permit included.

    From: USD $858 per person

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    What our customers say

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    Why Travelers Trust Us

    Our guests don’t just come for the wildlife. They come for something more—the rare combination of uncompromising comfort, authentic connection, and purpose-driven travel that defines every Activenture journey.

    If someone had told me that it was possible to go on an African Safari for the first time and it would be a completely stress-free, relaxing, safe and first-rate vacation all the way through, I wouldn’t have believed that was possible. But then I found Diana and her team. All the way through, my wife and I were very impressed with the detail of the planning and the quality of the lodging, guides and drivers. We feel very lucky that we found Diana’s team and we’re grateful for all they did to make our trip one that we will always treasure. We did the 6 days gorilla and tree-climbing lions package.


    Jim C — USA
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    Diana was very helpful in setting up my Gorilla Tracking excursion to Bwindi. She did all of the leg work so that all we had to do was enjoy the trip.
    Robert, our driver, was courteous and professional and provided invaluable assistance during the trip.
    I would highly recommend Diana and her Team to anyone considering a trip to Uganda.


    Steve — USA
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    We had an amazing family holiday in Uganda, with thanks to Diana and our guide. We visited Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth National Park and finally the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to see the Mountain Gorillas. The team went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable trip and ensured our safety at all times. Would highly recommend using Diana & her team for your trip.


    Eve — Ireland
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    “What made it unforgettable? The people. The places. The purpose. You’re not just a visitor—you become part of something bigger. I came for the wildlife and left feeling connected to the continent.”


    Alex G. — Cape Town
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    “We’ve traveled extensively, but nothing felt as genuine and personal as this. Our guide had grown up near the park—we weren’t just seeing animals; we were understanding them. And the people.”


    Raj & Mira S. — London
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    “There were moments I forgot I was on a guided trip—it felt more like being hosted by a friend who knew every secret path, every story. I’ll never forget sitting under the stars in Bwindi after our gorilla trek. Life-changing.”


    Hannah L. — California
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    I joined the 20-day birding tour across Uganda and Rwanda—what a paradise. Over 500 species, expert guides, and moments of pure stillness in forests I’d only dreamed of. Spotting the shoebill in Mabamba, just wow!!!. Activentures really knows how to slow you down and tune you in.


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    Our family safari in Rwanda felt intimate and empowering. We trekked golden monkeys in Volcanoes National Park, then immersed ourselves in learning basket weaving from a local women’s cooperative. Wow! It was real, raw, and restorative. Activentures made it feel safe, seamless, and deeply human.


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