5-Day Queen Elizabeth National Park Adventure

Below is a 5-day travel itinerary to Queen Elizabeth National Park with Blissful Tours & Travel. This plan is designed to immerse you in the region’s wildlife, scenic landscapes, and cultural experiences—ensuring a memorable Ugandan safari.

Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Morning: Meet your Blissful Tours & Travel guide in Fort Portal or Entebbe/Kampala (pick-up location arranged in advance). Begin the scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP), passing through picturesque tea plantations, rolling hills, and glimpses of the Rwenzori Mountains.

Afternoon: Arrive at your lodge in QENP. After check-in and a light lunch, relax and take in the tranquil surroundings.

Evening: Enjoy a sundowner or a leisurely walk around the lodge grounds. Your guide will brief you about the next day’s activities and game drive schedule.

Accommodation: Mid-range or luxury lodge (based on your preference).

Day 2: Early Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Early Morning: Depart at dawn for a game drive in the Kasenyi plains, known for its abundant wildlife. Watch out for elephants, buffalo, Uganda kob, and, if lucky, a pride of lions seeking morning prey.

Late Morning: Return to your lodge for a hearty breakfast and some downtime.

Afternoon: Head to the Kazinga Channel for a boat cruise—a highlight of QENP. You’ll spot hippos, Nile crocodiles, and an array of bird species (including the African fish eagle). Keep your camera ready for possible elephant sightings along the shore.

Evening: Wind down with dinner at the lodge. Optional: Participate in a guided night drive (if arranged) to spot nocturnal animals.

Day 3: Chimp Trek in Kyambura Gorge & Community Visit

Morning: Drive to Kyambura Gorge for a chimpanzee trekking adventure. Hike through the lush forested valley, led by UWA (Uganda Wildlife Authority) rangers who track chimp movements daily.

Afternoon: Enjoy lunch, then visit a nearby community or a women’s craft group supported by Blissful Tours & Travel. Interact with locals, learn about traditional crafts, and purchase handmade souvenirs if you wish.

Evening: Return to the lodge for a relaxing evening around a campfire, sharing stories of the day’s encounters.

Day 4: Ishasha Sector—Tree-Climbing Lions

Morning: Travel to the Ishasha sector in the southern part of QENP. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, Ishasha’s fig trees are a unique habitat where lions lounge away from the heat and insects on the ground.

Midday: Enjoy a packed lunch at a scenic picnic spot, keeping an eye out for elephants, topi, and other wildlife roaming the plains.

Afternoon: Conclude the Ishasha drive and head back to your lodge or relocate to accommodations near the southern sector. Relax and soak in the last evening in the park.

Day 5: Return Journey & Departure

Morning: After breakfast, bid farewell to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Begin your journey back to Fort Portal or Entebbe/Kampala (depending on your flight schedule).

Afternoon: Arrival at your drop-off point. Share final goodbyes with the Blissful Tours & Travel team and keep your memories—and photos—close at hand.

Optional Add-On: If time permits, stop at the Equator marker near Kayabwe for a quick photo session before reaching Kampala.

Package Inclusions

• All ground transfers with an experienced Blissful Tours & Travel safari guide
• Accommodation and meals as per itinerary
• Park entry fees, game drives, boat cruise, chimp trekking permit (Kyambura Gorge)
• Bottled water in the vehicle

Exclusions

• International flights, visas, travel insurance
• Alcoholic beverages, personal expenses, tipping

Contact Blissful Tours & Travel to customize your 5-day Queen Elizabeth National Park Adventure, tailor your lodging preferences, or extend your safari with stops at other iconic Ugandan destinations.