Safari Grove Trails

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Our driver‑guide picks you up early morning from Entebbe/Kampala. Drive west through Masaka, Mbarara, and Bushenyi, enjoying rolling hills, banana plantations, and Ankole long‑horn cattle.

Arrive at Queen Elizabeth NP in the afternoon.

Crater Lake Drive (Scenic Nature Experience)
Explore the dramatic crater landscapes of the park:

Panoramic viewpoints

Volcanic depressions

Sparkling crater lakes

Rwenzori Mountain backdrop

Birdlife and antelopes grazing in open plains

This is one of Uganda’s most beautiful scenic drives.

Sunset Game Drive
As the sun drops, wildlife becomes active:

Elephants

Buffalo

Uganda kob

Warthogs

Waterbucks

Possible lion sightings

Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Overnight: Mid‑range lodge in Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals: Lunch, Dinner.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LeopardOccasional
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Engiri Game Lodge - Cottages
  • Budget lodge bordering Queen Elizabeth NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Game Drive and Lunch Cruise

Game Drive and Lunch Cruise

Early breakfast, then head out for a classic savannah game drive in the Kasenyi Plains.

Morning Game Drive – Kasenyi Sector
This area is known for predators and large herds. Expect sightings of:

Lions (often hunting kob)

Leopards (if lucky)

Elephants

Buffalo

Hyenas

Uganda kob

Warthogs

Beautiful sunrise over the plains

Your guide positions you for excellent photography.

Return to lodge for lunch.

Afternoon Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
A highlight of Queen Elizabeth NP — a relaxing wildlife cruise between Lake George and Lake Edward.

Expect close‑up views of:

Hippos (hundreds)

Nile crocodiles

Elephants at the water’s edge

Buffalo cooling off

Water birds (kingfishers, fish eagles, pelicans, cormorants)

This is one of Africa’s richest wildlife corridors.

Return to lodge for dinner.

Overnight: Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Engiri Game Lodge - Cottages
  • Budget lodge bordering Queen Elizabeth NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Drive Back to Entebbe through Ishasha sector for tree climbing Lions and Equator stop

Drive Back to Entebbe through Ishasha sector for tree climbing Lions and Equator stop

After breakfast, drive to the southern Ishasha sector.

Ishasha Game Drive – Tree‑Climbing Lions
Search for the famous lions that climb fig trees — a rare behavior seen only here and in Tanzania’s Lake Manyara.
Other sightings include:

Topis

Buffalo

Elephants

Beautiful open savannah

After the game drive, begin your return journey to Entebbe.

Equator Stop
Take photos, enjoy refreshments, and shop for crafts.

Arrive in Entebbe in the evening for drop‑off.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Main Destination:
Kampala (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

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