Queen Elizabeth Ishasha Tour

6 days—Savannah Game Drives & Ishasha Adventure

$4975-6670 USD

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Safari summary

This 6-day Uganda safari offers an unforgettable journey through the diverse landscapes and wildlife-rich ecosystems of Queen Elizabeth National Park and the remote Ishasha Sector.
The adventure begins with a scenic transfer from Kampala to Queen Elizabeth National Park, featuring exciting game drives across the Kasenyi plains in search of elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes and abundant birdlife.
Guests will also enjoy a memorable boat cruise along the famous Kazinga Channel, renowned for its exceptional concentration of hippos, crocodiles and shoreline wildlife.

The safari further includes an exciting chimpanzee tracking experience in Kyambura Gorge, followed by scenic exploration of the region’s beautiful crater lakes and volcanic landscapes.
The journey continues south to the remote Ishasha sector, famous for its rare tree-climbing lions, where guests will enjoy immersive game drives, scenic bush experiences and breathtaking sundowners in the African wilderness.

The safari concludes with a scenic return drive through Uganda’s countryside to Entebbe for airport or hotel drop-off, offering a perfect blend of wildlife encounters, primate experiences, scenic landscapes and authentic safari adventure.


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Moderate activity
Best months May, June, July, August, September, October
Countries
Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
  • Photography safari—with professional guide
  • Primate trekking
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Airport transfers
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • Internal flights
  • Premium alcoholic beverages
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth Park

Queen Elizabeth

Morning pick-up & meet your safari driver-guide Enjoy a scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside, stop for refreshments, photography & short breaks Arrive at your lodge,check-in and enjoy a well-prepared lunch After a short rest, depart for an introductory game drive in the Kasenyi Wildlife seen: Elephants, Buffaloes, Uganda kobs, Warthogs, waterbucks, Lions, Hyenas, antelope species, birds of prey and savannah birds Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay

Honey Bear Bush Camp

Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Queen Elizabeth

After breakfast, depart for a sunrise game drive, when wildlife is most active Explore the expansive savannah plains of the Kasenyi sector, well known for predator activity After lunch, transfer to the launch site for a boat cruise along the famous Kazinga Channel, renowned for having one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa After the boat cruise, return to the lodge in the evening Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge

Honey Bear Bush Camp

Chimpanzee Tracking & Crater Lakes

Queen Elizabeth

Enjoy an early breakfast at your lodge depart for Kyambura Gorge After briefings, begin the guided descent trek where guests encounter: Chimpanzees, monkeys, baboons, birds & forest flora The chimpanzee tracking experience typically lasts 2–4 hours After the trek, ascend back from the gorge, transfer back to the lodge for lunch & relaxation In the afternoon visit & enjoy photography stops at viewpoints overlooking multiple crater lakes Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay

Honey Bear Bush Camp

Game Drive at Ishasha Sector

Queen Elizabeth

Enjoy breakfast, check-out & begin the drive toward the famous Ishasha region Enjoy a light en route game drive allowing wildlife sightings Proceed to your lodge check-in & enjoy lunch & relax Depart for an afternoon game drive within the Ishasha sector Wildlife highlights are tree-climbing lions, elephants, buffaloes, uganda kobs, topis, birds Enjoy the golden-hour safari experience, ideal for photography and scenic viewing Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay

Ishasha Wilderness Camp

Full-Day at Ishasha Sector

Queen Elizabeth

Depart for a sunrise game drive, the perfect setting for spotting wildlife during the cooler & more active morning hours followed by a scenic bush breakfast Arrive at the lodge for a relaxed midday break & lunch Depart for an afternoon game drive exploring different game tracks, open grasslands and watering points Enjoy a memorable sundowner experience, taking in the breathtaking views, relaxing with refreshing drinks and snacks Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay

Ishasha Wilderness Camp

Ishasha – Transfer to Entebbe

Queen Elizabeth

Enjoy an early breakfast at the lodge and check-out Begin the scenic journey passing through Uganda’s beautiful southwestern landscapes Arrive in Kampala for lunch, where guests will enjoy a well-deserved meal at a selected hotel After lunch optional short stopovers may be made for last-minute shopping Continue through the Kampala–Entebbe highway with views of Lake Victoria along sections of the route Drop-off at Entebbe International Airport, marking the end of the safari

Hilton Garden Inn Kampala

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