QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK
Queen Elizabeth Park is one of the most famous game parks in Uganda. It is a savanna park which means that it is composed of grassland throughout all seasons.
Queen Elizabeth Park was named after Her Royal Majesty the Queen of England in respect of her legacy and contributions to the pearl of Africa. This is one of the reasons why it attracts many foreigners throughout the year.
Between 1970 and 1980, the Park was called Rwenzori National Park because of its proximity to the great ranges, however, that name changed to Queen Elizabeth to recognize the great British throne and its contribution to Uganda.
The great thing about Uganda’s national parks is that the vegetation within is always in bloom. This is second to having a wider variety of flora than you will ever find anywhere else in the world.
The park is a habitat for the diversity of flora, fauna, and scenery that is both appealing and daunting. This includes expansive deep water bodies, evergreen grasslands, expansive forests, and wetlands. All of these are habitats for the biggest variety of large mammals in the country.
GREAT SIGHT TO TREAT YOURSELF TO IN QUEEN ELIZABETH
- When you visit the park, you will be blessed with the sight of amazing things. You will be able to see;
- The amazing Tree Climbing Lions.
- The Rwenzori Mountain Ranges
- The Kazinga Channel
- Gorillas
- Hippos, Nile Crocodiles, elephants and hippos
- Antelopes, the Uganda Kobs, Lions, and several large predators in the Kalinzu Forest
- The Mweya Peninsular
The Park also boasts avian life accounting for over 600 bird species. These grace the skies above the park throughout the day and at night you will be treated to sweet bird sounds as you listen to stories around the warm Campfire.
The Range of Activities To Do in Queen Elizabeth National Park
When you come to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one thing you don’t have to worry about is boredom!
Chances are high that you might even fail to go through all the activities that abound within the Park. Some of the most engaged in activities include;
Bird watching: You can choose to spend the day watching birds gracefully glide the sky at all altitudes and heights
Chimpanzee tracking: The big chimpanzees are waiting to give you a thrill as you plunge into the forests to track their paths, feed them, and acquaint yourself with their way of life.
Cultural Tours: Uganda boasts of a variety of tribes, you will spend the day interacting with ways of life you never thought existed.
Balloon safaris: Hot air balloon rides are a marvel to many. You will be thrilled to glide over the ranges in the safety of a hot air balloon.
Game drives: Do you have the thrill of the hunt? Your opportunity is here to do a safe dummy hunt.
Enjoy the majestic views of the Rwenzori mountain ranges
Explore game tracks as you do game drives.
Night campfires: Have you ever sat with friends under a starlit sky, telling fantastic stories to no end, enjoying the warm mirth and humorous laughter of togetherness? This is your chance!
Camping While At Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Have you considered where you will safely spend your nights at the Park? There are many lodges and sanctuaries situated within and outside the park in the secure of places.
These safari lodges offer a calm, cool, and fulfilling home away from home. You can book your stay in advance and receive discounts on the number of days. Check out the details at each of the safari lodges, their bookings, prices, amenities, and so much more by clicking on the links.
- Twin Lakes Safari Lodge
- Topi Lodge
- Bush Camp Lodge
- Queen Elizabeth Safari Lodge
- Lake Munyanyange Cave Resort
- Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
- Savannah Resort Hotel
- Marafiki Safari Lodge
- Ishasha Jungle Lodge
- Aramaga Rift Valley Lodge
- White House Hotel
- Pumba Safari Cottages
- Mweya Safari Lodge
- Kaseny Safari Camp
- Ishasha Wilderness Camp
What Is The Best Time To Come For A Tour At Queen Elizabeth National Park?
The hardest and most anticipated thing is the actual planning for a journey, Many people prefer to have surprise journeys than go through the hustle of preparing for one. This is because there is fear of perfecting every detail and you destroy the experience. The good news is that your journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park can be planned for you by the best Tour and Travel Company in Uganda.
A preview of the best seasons to visit Queen Elizabeth National Park;
Visit in January and in February. This is the dry season, the best season for bird watching and cultural excursions.
The period from June to September also offers similar experiences.
Visit in August and again in December if you want to trek animals. This is the season of herd and game migrations in search of water and pasture.
Visit in March and again in May if you want to get the best view of the majestic Rwenzori mountain range.
