3-Day Queen Elizabeth Game Drive Safari
Uganda's most popular savannah park — morning and afternoon game drives on the Kasenyi Plains, lions, elephants, buffaloes, and the famous Kazinga Channel.
3-Day Queen Elizabeth National Park Game Drive Safari
The Queen Elizabeth National Park Game Drive Safari is a 3-day wildlife adventure designed for travelers who want to experience Uganda's savannah landscapes, wildlife and the famous Kazinga Channel without spending too many days on safari. Queen Elizabeth National Park is one of Uganda's most popular wildlife destinations and offers opportunities to see elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, hippos, lions and a wide variety of bird species.
Detailed Itinerary
From Kampala or Entebbe to the Kasenyi Plains, Kazinga Channel, and back — this journey unfolds day by day. Follow the timeline below.
Your Tarec Gorilla Safaris driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel, residence or agreed meeting point in Kampala or Entebbe. After a short briefing, you will begin your journey westwards towards Queen Elizabeth National Park. The drive takes you through Uganda's countryside, with opportunities to see local communities, agricultural landscapes and changing scenery as you approach western Uganda. Depending on your departure time and road conditions, you can stop for lunch along the way. After arriving in the Queen Elizabeth area, you will check into your lodge and have time to relax. If time allows, an afternoon game drive can be arranged.
Day two is the main wildlife day of your Queen Elizabeth National Park Game Drive Safari. You will wake early and have breakfast before heading into the park for a morning game drive. Early morning is one of the best periods to search for wildlife because animals are often active before temperatures rise. Your guide will explore suitable wildlife areas while looking for elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, antelopes and other species. Lions may also be encountered, particularly around areas where large concentrations of prey are found.
The Kasenyi Plains are among the popular areas for wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Here, the open savannah provides good visibility, making it easier to search for large mammals. Your driver-guide will decide the best route based on wildlife movements, park conditions and your interests.
After the morning game drive, return to your lodge for lunch and some time to relax. Later in the afternoon, head back into the park for another game drive. The changing afternoon light creates excellent opportunities for wildlife photography. You may encounter elephants moving through the grasslands, buffalo herds, antelope species and Uganda kobs. If you're lucky, you may also find lions resting near prey-rich areas.
The Kazinga Channel boat cruise can be added to your safari as an optional activity. The channel is famous for its concentration of hippos, crocodiles and water-associated wildlife, while the surrounding vegetation attracts numerous bird species.
Wake up early for your final game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. This provides one last opportunity to search for wildlife before leaving the park. Your guide will choose the route according to the time available and recent wildlife sightings. After the game drive, return to the lodge for breakfast before beginning your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe. Lunch will be taken along the way or arranged according to the day's schedule. You will arrive in Kampala or Entebbe later in the day, marking the end of your Queen Elizabeth National Park Game Drive Safari.
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Rates & Pricing
Our recommended starting price for the standard 3-Day Queen Elizabeth National Park Game Drive Safari. Price depends on accommodation level, travel dates, number of travelers and optional activities. The Kazinga Channel boat cruise is optional and not included in the standard rate.
| Travelers | Indicative Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 Traveler | From US$1,050 |
| 2 Travelers | From US$850 |
| 3 Travelers | From US$750 |
| 4 Travelers | From US$690 |
| 5–6 Travelers | From US$620 |
What's Included & Excluded
We believe in full transparency. Here is exactly what is included in your 3-Day Queen Elizabeth National Park Game Drive Safari — and what is not.
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Fuel
- Park entry fees
- Game drives
- Two nights' accommodation
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Drinking water
- Kampala or Entebbe pickup and drop-off
- Transportation throughout the safari
- Game-drive assistance and wildlife spotting
- International flights
- Uganda visa
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
- Laundry
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional Kazinga Channel boat cruise unless included in your quotation
- Chimpanzee trekking permits
- Activities not listed in the itinerary
- Accommodation before or after the safari
Getting There
Your safari begins and ends in Kampala or Entebbe, whichever is more convenient for you. We pick you up from your hotel, residence or agreed meeting point, and drop you back there at the end of the safari. Queen Elizabeth National Park is located in western Uganda, approximately 5–6 hours' drive from Kampala depending on road conditions and stops.
Meet the Tarec Gorilla Safaris Team
We are a locally owned and operated safari company based in Kampala, Uganda. Our team of experienced driver-guides, primate trackers, and travel planners is passionate about sharing the beauty of East Africa with travellers from around the world. Every safari we run is personally designed by someone who has walked the trails, tracked the gorillas, and knows the lodges by name.
Tarec Gorilla Safaris
We are a full-service safari operator offering custom itineraries, group tours, and self-drive packages. Our fleet of well-maintained 4×4 vehicles and our network of trusted lodges ensure a safe, comfortable, and unforgettable safari experience.