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Duration

2 Nights and 3 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

6 people

Languages

English, Espanol, Francais, Germany

About this tour

2 Nights / 3 Days Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Safari – Staying at Jacana Safari Lodge

Experience the best of western Uganda on this 3 Days Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Safari while staying at the peaceful and secluded Jacana Safari Lodge, nestled within the Maramagambo Forest overlooking Lake Nyamusingire. This short safari is ideal for travelers seeking a mix of wildlife adventure and forest tranquility, with immersive game drives, a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, and a unique stay deep in the forest canopy.

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Highlights

  • Game Drives in Kasenyi Plains – Explore the savannah for lions, elephants, buffaloes, hyenas, and antelopes.
  • Kazinga Channel Boat Safari – Cruise alongside hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and vibrant birdlife.
  • Stay at Jacana Safari Lodge – Unique forest lodge built on stilts with views over a crater lake and rich birdlife.
  • Birdwatching in Maramagambo Forest – Spot African fish eagles, turacos, kingfishers, and forest-dwelling birds.
  • Scenic Photography – Capture crater lakes, golden savannah, and close-up wildlife from land and water.
  • Nature & Relaxation – Ideal for couples or nature lovers seeking serenity, nature walks, and forest ambiance.

Included/Excluded

  • Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with English-speaking driver-guide
  • 2 nights’ accommodation at Jacana Safari Lodge
  • All meals as per itinerary
  • 2 game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • Boat safari on the Kazinga Channel
  • Park entrance fees
  • Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
  • All activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • International flights & Uganda Visa fees
  • Tips & personal expenses
  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
  • Optional activities not listed
  • Travel insurance
  • Accommodation in Kampala before/after the safari (available on request)

Itinerary

Day 1: Drive from Kampala to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Evening Game Drive

  • 07:00 AM – Pick-up from Kampala and begin your journey through scenic western Uganda.

  • 01:00 PM – Enjoy lunch in Mbarara.

  • 03:30 PM – Arrive at Jacana Safari Lodge, check in to your wooden cabin nestled among the trees.

  • 04:30 PM – Depart for your first game drive in the Kasenyi Plains. Expect to see elephants, lions, Uganda kob, and warthogs.

  • 06:30 PM – Return to the lodge for dinner and an evening of forest tranquility.

Accommodation: Jacana Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Morning & Evening Game Drives – Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

  • 06:00 AM – Early morning tea or coffee.

  • 06:30 AM – Depart for a sunrise game drive—a great opportunity to spot predators and active wildlife.

  • 10:00 AM – Return to the lodge for a delicious breakfast and relaxation.

  • 01:00 PM – Enjoy lunch at the lodge overlooking Lake Nyamusingire.

  • 02:30 PM – Drive to Mweya Jetty for your Kazinga Channel boat cruise—one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich waterways.

  • 05:00 PM – Return to Jacana Lodge for a relaxing evening, campfire, and dinner.

Accommodation: Jacana Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Scenic Sunrise & Return to Kampala

  • 07:30 AM – Breakfast in the forest lodge atmosphere.

  • 08:30 AM – Begin the drive back to Kampala.

  • 01:00 PM – Lunch stop in Mbarara or at the Igongo Cultural Centre.

  • 05:30 PM – Drop-off at your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe International Airport.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

Durations

2 Nights and 3 days

Language

English
Espanol
Francais
Germany

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Owner

JERICHO SAFARIS

Member Since 2025

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