Join the experimental 3 Days lion tracking tour to Kasenyi plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park with Superfine Safaris Limited. The tour offers the best of lion tracking experience, to learn about the lifestyles of lions in their natural habitats and how best we conserve them for sustainable tourism. You will also visit ishasha tree-climbing lions and do a boat cruise at Kazinga channel.
Lions are among the top attractions in Queen Elizabeth National park seen hunting in the savannahs of the park. Queen Elizabeth National Parks is believed to shelter over 250 lions which makes it one of the best places to see lions in East and central Africa. Lions are normally seen during day and night game drives in the park
Lion tracking is a newly introduced venture in Queen Elizabeth National Park n which travelers follow up lions in the wilderness to learn their lifestyles. Radio callers are put in different cores of the park to trace the movements of the endangered lions. Whenever, a lion passes by the radio caller, it notifies the travelers and researchers giving them the right direction to follow tracking these kings of the jungle.
The experimental Lion tracing experience is done in Kasenyi in the northern region of Queen Elizabeth National park.
Tree Climbing Lions in Ishasha
Seen up in the fig and acacia trees of Ishasha, tree climbing lions are a not miss on your Uganda safari to Queen Elizabeth National park. Ishasha is southern region of Queen Elizabeth park is the only place to see tree climbing lions in the whole of Uganda.
Other wild animals seen in Queen Elizabeth National park include Elephants,. Leopards, Uganda Kobs, Wild dogs, Buffalos, Waterbucks, Warthogs, Side striped jackals, wild jackals, Serval cats, Spotted Hyenas and Hippos among others
The top 5 activities in Queen Elizabeth National park include
- Game Viewing
- Boat cruise at Kazinga channel
- Lion tracking
- Chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge
- Bird watching
Trip Summary
Day 1: Pick up & transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 2: Lion tracking & boat cruise
Day 3: Ishasha tree climbing lions & departure
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Pick up & transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After reaching Entebbe international airport, you will meet our driver guide and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Have a stopover at Uganda Equator for photograph and refreshment and thereafter proceed to Mbarara for lunch. Enjoy this scenic drive through farms, banana plantations and town reaching QENP in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay at Mweya Safari Lodge/ Ihamba Safari Lodge/ UWA Bandas
Day 2: Lion tracking & boat cruise
Wake up early and drive to kasenyi plains for experimental lion tracking. Together with a team of conservationists, and rangers, follow trails in the park following the directives of radio calls, which track the movements of lions. Spend ample time with lions; learn about their social behaviors and general lifestyles. Return to the lodge for late breakfast as you wait for a hot lunch. In the afternoon, transfer to Kazinga channel for a boat cruise. Enjoy cruising on the calm waters of Kazinga channel, look out for birds such as Yellow-billed storks, White egrets, hammerkops, pied kingfisher, African fish eagle, African kingfisher and ibises among others spotted plus various water animals are seen resting lazily on river banks. Mweya Safari Lodge/ Ihamba Safari Lodge/ UWA Bandas
Day 3: Ishasha tree climbing lions & departure
After a morning cup of coffee, drive to Ishasha sector, home to the famous tree-climbing lions. Look out for lions up in acacia trees just above you, take photos and enjoy this magical moment. Drive out of the park and proceed to Kampala for your connecting flight at Entebbe airport.
End of the tour
Tour inclusions
• Park entrance fee
• Lion tracking fee
• Bottled drinking water
• Full-time English speaking guide
• Accommodation and meals
• Boat cruise
• Airport pickups and transfers
• Touring and photography
• Miscellaneous
Tour Exclusions
• Visa fees
• International flights
• Tips
• Alcoholic beverages
• Personal expenses
• Extra activities not in the itinerary
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