Dawn breaks over the Rift Valley floor, painting the savanna gold. A herd of elephants moves slowly toward the glistening Kazinga Channel, while in the distance, the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains rise like a dream. Hippos snort in the water, and a pair of fish eagles calls overhead. This is Queen Elizabeth National Park, a place where Uganda’s wild beauty comes alive at every turn.
Located in southwestern Uganda, Queen Elizabeth National Park covers 1,978 km² of diverse landscapes, from open savanna and crater lakes to lush forests and wetlands. Gazetted in 1952 and named in honor of Queen Elizabeth II after her visit in 1954, it is Uganda’s most visited national park. Its rich ecosystems support over 95 mammal speciesand an impressive over 600 bird species, making it a paradise for both safari enthusiasts and birdwatchers.
Mammals: Elephants, buffaloes, lions (including tree-climbing lions), leopards, hippos, warthogs, Uganda kobs, topis, waterbucks, hyenas
Primates: Chimpanzees, black-and-white colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys, olive baboons
Birds: Over 600 species including shoebill storks, African fish eagles, kingfishers, flamingos
Reptiles: Nile crocodiles, monitor lizards
From cruising past hippos on the Kazinga Channel to watching lions laze in fig trees, Queen Elizabeth National Park offers a safari experience that blends breathtaking scenery with incredible wildlife encounters. Pack your camera, charge your batteries, and prepare to explore Uganda’s most iconic safari destination.
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