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Queen Elizabeth National Park is open all-year-long, but wildlife viewing is at its best from January to February and June to July (the Dry seasons).
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| Best time to go: | January to February and June to July (Dry seasons) |
| High Season: | June to September (This is premium gorilla tracking time in Uganda, and there are many visitors around) |
| Low Season: | April, May, October and November (There are fewer people in the park) |
| Best Weather: | June to July and January to February (Less rainfall) |
| Worst Weather: | April, May and September to October (High rainfall, some roads become impassable) |
January to February and June to July – Dry Seasons
- Wildlife is easier to spot as vegetation thins, and animals gather around water sources
- Drier trails make chimp tracking easier
- Sunny days are plentiful
- The best time for birding is late May to September
- Views aren't as good due to the hazy air
March to May and August to December – Wet Seasons
- You will see a decent amount of wildlife year-round
- The landscape is beautiful and green
- Migratory birds can be spotted
- Roads may become inaccessible after heavy rains and forest trails get slippery
- Afternoon thunderstorms should be expected, and it might drizzle for days at a time
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