Embark on our meticulously crafted 4 Day Fly Into the Savanah of Queen Elizabeth National Park. A fly-in safari offers the convenience of significantly reduced travel time, allowing you to spend more time immersed in the park’s wonders and maximizing your time in the wilderness.
Safari Highlights:
- Gorilla trekking encounters.
- Batwa cultural experiences.
- Countryside scenic experiences.
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by our meet-and-greet lounge host, who will ensure a seamless transition from the airport and aid you through fast-track assistance with visa and luggage collection. After the immigration and baggage collection process, you will be handed over to our driver guide to start your safari journey. You will then be transferred to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Dinner and overnight at Hotel Number 5 (Luxury), Protea Hotel by Marriott (Midrange), Airport Guest House (Budget).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner.
Day 2: Scenic Flight to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Evening Game Drive
After breakfast at 0600 hrs., you will be transferred to Entebbe to catch your scheduled domestic flight to Queen Elizabeth National Park. This flight will take you directly to a remote Kasese/Mweya airstrip. (Depart: 0700—Arrival: 0810). This aerial journey provides spectacular views of Uganda’s stunning landscapes, from the dense greenery of forests to sprawling savannas and lakes. Upon arrival and landing, a short transfer will take you to a luxurious safari lodge where you can relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. At 1700hrs, you will head out for an evening game drive, which is ideal for spotting nocturnal animals like leopards and hyenas as they emerge to hunt. Other wildlife to spot includelions, elephants, buffalo, Hartebeest, Bushbucks, Jackal, hyenas, oribis.
Dinner and overnight at Elephant Plains Lodge (Luxury), Twin Lakes Lodge (Midrange).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner.
Day 3: Game drive – Boat Cruise.
Kick off the day with breakfast at 0600hrs followed by an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains. This area of the park is famous for its abundance of wildlife, and the morning hours are ideal for spotting lions, elephants, buffalo, Hartebeest, Bushbucks, Jackal, hyenas, oribis, and a variety of antelope species. The Kasenyi Plains also host predators like leopards, which can often be found lounging on trees or prowling through the grasses. Our expert guides are knowledgeable about the animals’ movements and behaviors, ensuring you get up-close views and fantastic photo opportunities.
After a delightful lunch at the lodge, head to the Kazinga Channel for an afternoon boat safari. The channel, which links Lake George and Lake Edward, is a sanctuary for numerous animal species. This unique boat safari provides an up-close look at hippos wallowing in the water, Nile crocodiles basking along the shore, and elephants drinking by the water’s edge. The channel is also a haven for birdwatchers, as you can spot kingfishers, African fish eagles, pelicans, and more than 600 other bird species.
Dinner and overnight at Elephant Plains Lodge (Luxury), Twin Lakes Lodge (Midrange), Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp (Budget).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner.
Day 4: Transfer to Entebbe – Departure
On this final day of the safari, you begin your day with a morning game drive at 0600hrs to soak in the beauty of Queen Elizabeth National Park one last time. This final safari provides a chance to encounter any animals you may have missed or to enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the African wilderness. You will later return to the lodge for a late breakfast. After breakfast at 1000hrs, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your return flight to Entebbeto connect with your flight back home, concluding your safari experience.
Included
1. All Entrance fees included in the itinerary.
2. All game drives and boat rides.
3. Return domestic flight tickets.
4. All ground transportation in a 4WD Vehicle with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing and photography.
5. All Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary.
6. English-speaking Experienced Safari guide.
7. All meals as indicated in the itinerary.
8. Refreshments and snacks in the vehicle.
Excluded
1. All Tips to Hotels/Lodges/Camps staff and Safari Guide.
2. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks that are not accompanying meals.
3. International flight/s and departure taxes and other taxes.
4. Visa fees. Visas are available online or upon arrival at all Entry points.