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A vast park in a corner of the country with a huge herd of cape buffalo. Few tourist are going there still so when camping in the middle of the park one can expect lions to inspect your camp.
Ash G
US
Visited:
March 2012
Reviewed: Sep 4, 2012
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
If you want to see cats in Uganda - Kidepo is your park. Getting to Kidepo can be a logistical nightmare, most people fly into the park, others brave the drive. The roads, depending on the time of year, can be tricky. It's important to call the park ahead of time to get information on the roads to determine if they are passable. I drove there in a 4x4 and had zero problems. The scenery is astounding, the wildlife - even better. We were lucky enough to stumble upon a pride of lions eating an elephant, we were a mere 7 feet away from them.
Phillip
UG
Visited:
December 2014
Reviewed: Apr 17, 2015
Email Phillip | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
There are many species of wildlife. There is a long drive on dirt road before arriving at the park. Quiet a number of bird species.
LB
CH
Visited:
January 2015
Reviewed: Apr 18, 2015
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wildlife and safari at its best!
Plenty of animals, beautiful sceneries, and the few people we met were very nice and friendly. A campsite on a hilltop was our choice: plenty of stars at night, romantic campfire, wonderful sunset and sunrise, but also very basic facilities, and lions might be around. If you want the more relaxed option, try the mid-range bandas or the upmarket lodge, both at Apoka. Self-drive from Kampala is doable (in dry season, at least), but it's a long, long drive. There are some tour operators from Kampala. Staff at the park is very helpful, you can find a driver, guard or cook if you like.
Owor Patrick
True Encounter with Uganda's Virgin Destination
Kidepo Valley National Park is one of Uganda's most beautiful conservation areas that has not been touched so much hence not suffered much natural alteration. The Karimojong people are the only tribe in Uganda that have not been so much influenced by modern life style to change their Culture and cultural practice.
The national park has most of the animal species with vast open savanna and some bird species that are endemic to the region.
oemebamo
BE
Visited:
August 2015
Reviewed: Sep 4, 2015
Email oemebamo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Less game then the other national parks in Uganda, but the remoteness and scenic beauty makes it worth the (long) trip!
Simply amazing- there is no other way to say it.
This is is certainly the best park in Uganda, with the most wildlife and the elusive wild dog, cheetah and ostrich. Other animals include hyena, lion, leopard, zebra, water buck, buffalo, giraffe, jackals and many more. You learn so much about the tribes here, and the birding was terrific.
Matt
GB
Visited:
August 2017
Reviewed: Oct 5, 2017
Email Matt | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Off into the raw nature of the vast landscape of Kidepo Valley National Park
Whereas you might not find a heap
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of animals on one spot given the huge area Kidepo Valley NP, the scenery of the park makes up for that. Next to that, I would strongly advise to stay for a night at Kidepo Valley NP. The sunset is a-ma-zing, there are so many stars at night you cannot count them, and it's nice to sit with the guides around the campfire (if you're on your own).Also, my guide was very friendly and knowledgeable and the staff at the Apoka Rest Camp was extremely helpful when I had to arrange my transport for the next morning.
Although maybe not the best park to spot the Big Five in one day - over multiple days that's definitely possible - Kidepo Valley NP is definitely worth the travel regarding the unique nature and scenery of the park. You don't feel like a plain tourist stacked in a safari bus, but you more likely feel like an adventurer exploring new lands. It's simply stunning!
Andrea S
CH
Visited:
November 2018
Reviewed: Dec 7, 2018
Email Andrea S | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Few tourists, remote place, wonderful landscape, high density of wildlife, various activities and locations.