Queen Elizabeth National Park

One of Uganda’s most diverse and picturesque parks, Queen Elizabeth National Park is where savannah plains, volcanic craters, tropical forests, and shimmering lakes converge to create an all-in-one safari experience. Bordering the Rwenzori Mountains and stretching to Lake Edward, this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve offers a classic African safari with a unique Ugandan twist.

Queen Elizabeth is famously home to the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, a phenomenon rarely seen elsewhere. The park’s northern sector offers rewarding game drives with sightings of elephants, buffaloes, hippos, leopards, and antelopes. Its waters — especially along the Kazinga Channel — provide spectacular boat safaris, with close views of hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds.

WildMyth Adventures crafts multi-activity safaris in Queen Elizabeth, blending game drives, boat cruises, crater exploration, and visits to nearby communities. Whether you’re photographing a lion lounging in a fig tree or drifting past elephants at the water’s edge, this park delivers beauty and variety in every direction.

Best Time to Visit

• January to February & June to September: Dry seasons with best game viewing

• March to May & October to November: Green season; good for birding

Main Experiences

• Search for tree-climbing lions in Ishasha

• Enjoy boat safaris along the Kazinga Channel

• Explore the park’s volcanic crater lakes and salt pans

• Spot diverse birdlife (600+ species) — a birdwatcher’s paradise

• Visit Kyambura Gorge to track chimpanzees