Budget Safaris to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Budget Safaris to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Exploring Uganda on a Budget

Embarking on budget safaris to Queen Elizabeth National Park unveils an enriching game viewing experience, making it a key tourist destination in Uganda. Positioned in the south-western region of Uganda, Queen Elizabeth  National Park seamlessly meshes with Gorilla Trekking Expeditions, a pinnacle attraction in the country. The close proximity of Queen Elizabeth National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park facilitates a harmonious combination of these two remarkable destinations.

Incorporating Queen Elizabeth into budget-friendly itineraries enhances the allure of Uganda’s budget safaris, particularly those centered around Mountain Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. The allure of Gorilla Trekking in the central African rainforests stands as one of Africa’s paramount wildlife experiences. Simultaneously venturing on a safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park opens doors to the park’s diverse, scenic habitats, providing glimpses of a myriad of African wildlife and bird species, complementing the Mountain Gorilla trekking adventure.

The majority of our budget safaris featuring Queen Elizabeth National Park are classified as Budget Lodge Safaris, along with some Overland Camping Tours. Spanning from approximately one to three weeks, these safaris seamlessly integrate Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. A noteworthy addition to Gorilla trekking and Queen Elizabeth safaris is a visit to Kibale Forest National Park, offering the opportunity for Chimpanzee trekking.

Transportation:

The standard offering for mid-range tours encompasses a 4WD Land Cruiser Jeep with a pop-up roof, facilitating easy game viewing. Each passenger enjoys a dedicated window seat, ensuring an immersive experience. A professional and courteous driver/guide remains at your disposal for inquiries or translations throughout the journey.

Lion Tracking Experience:

For enthusiasts eager to intimately encounter wild African fauna, a lion tracking research trip stands as a gratifying adventure. This unique experience allows active participation in monitoring lions within the park, utilizing locator devices while learning habituation calls and observing weather, surroundings, and behavior. Contributing valuable data to researchers’ databases aids in understanding wildlife ecology and conserving the ecosystem. This experience presents a remarkable 95% chance of encountering the majestic lions, emphasizing a commitment to limiting the number of participants per outing to reduce stress on the animals and enhance visitor experience.

Exploring Kyambura Gorge:

An optional activity within Queen Elizabeth National Park is a visit to the Kyambura Gorge. Embarking on a hike through the gorge unveils the opportunity to encounter habituated chimpanzees and various primate species, including red-tailed monkeys, black-and-white colobus monkeys, baboons, and velvet monkeys. While the chance of spotting chimpanzees stands at 50%, the stunning landscape, characterized by its remarkable topography, adds a captivating dimension to the overall experience, making it an endeavor truly worth undertaking.