Discover the wild beauty of Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park: Uganda’s Medley of Wonders
Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda’s most popular and biodiverse safari destination, offering breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and rich cultural heritage. Straddling the equator, the park features monuments marking the exact spot where it crosses latitude 00, adding to its uniqueness.
Originally founded as Kazinga National Park in 1952, it was renamed in 1954 to commemorate a visit by Queen Elizabeth II of England. Today, it stands as one of Africa’s greatest wildlife havens, home to over 95 mammal species and an astonishing 600+ bird species—making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts.
Notable Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth:
- Big Game: Elephants, buffaloes, hippos, Uganda kobs, and waterbucks
- Predators: Lions, leopards, spotted hyenas, and side-striped jackals
- Primates: Chimpanzees, black-and-white colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys, and olive baboons
- Rare & Iconic Birds: Over 600 bird species, including the African fish eagle, shoebill stork, flamingos, and papyrus gonolek
The park also supports 20 species of carnivores, making it one of Uganda’s top destinations for predator sightings.
Why Visit Queen Elizabeth National Park?
See Africa’s famous tree-climbing lions in Ishasha
Cruise along the Kazinga Channel for unmatched wildlife encounters
Spot over 600 bird species in Uganda’s most diverse birding destination
Experience the rich culture of the local communities
Explore one of Uganda’s oldest and most visited national parks
Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park is truly a Medley of Wonders!
