This is a question running through the minds of many travelers around the world, given the recent unfortunate incident, and the information of the British government in regards to the Queen Elizabeth attack. However, this blog is an information source for you to get to know about the current news on the ground and to assure you about the safety of Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda. And, by the end of this piece of writing, you will be ready to make an inquiry with us booking your next safari for the peak season drawing night.
Queen Elizabeth National Park is one of the best game drive destinations in the world. With the majestic endowment of biodiversity, your visit to Queen Elizabeth National Park is the best assurance for you to encounter the big five of Africa’s wildlife. Besides the game drives, the Park is home to hundreds of primates harboring in Kyambura Gorge and all around the park. With a wide range of activities to choose from, a lot of travelers flock to all the sections of the Park in Uganda all year around, especially in the peak season which is the two dry seasons of African weather annually.
Queen Elizabeth National Park Safety measures
As mentioned, Queen Elizabeth National Park recently was faced with a shocker incident attack on travelers. The effect of the attack on the Park travelers was great as the news was viral via most of the international news platforms. And from the fear created by the reporters and social media platforms, some travelers might be thinking about canceling their Uganda safaris to Queen Elizabeth National Park. however, with the following security measures assured, you should reconsider your cancellation, and you should also inquire now with our team to book a Uganda wildlife safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
1. Deployment; the Uganda police and the Uganda Peoples’ Defense Force have fully reinforced its deployment in all the sectors of Queen Elizabeth National Park, and around Kasese district where the Park is located. From several press releases, the army of Uganda, police plus other defense forces have assured the safety of Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda.
2. Testimonies from tourists; it is most convenient that at this time, a couple of travelers came out on the 23rd October 2023 to ensure the safety of Queen Elizabeth National Park. in the couple’s own words, “We cannot find this kind of beauty elsewhere,” Hubert, a tourist from Switzerland, conveyed his appreciation to Uganda’s tourism destination and Queen Elizabeth National Park wildlife in particular, during the press interview on one of Uganda’s national televisions. Also, Subine, another Swiss visitor, added in her words, “We love the park,”.
3. Insurance; having travel insurance as one of your Uganda safari planning procedures will save you from getting money from your pockets to pay for medical bills in case of any incident. For this reason, let me use this opportunity to urge you to get travel insurance before enjoying your Uganda safari journey.
4. Travel rules and regulations; there are a number of travel rules and regulations about different Uganda safaris provided all over the internet. Before traveling to Uganda for a wildlife safari, it is good to understand the rules and regulations by reading travel tips and guidelines. Even when in Queen Elizabeth National Park, it is in the best interest that you adhere to the national park rules and regulations.
Queen Elizabeth National Park activities and attractions
On the contrary, Queen Elizabeth National Park is still the marvel of Africa’s wildlife adventures with proof from a lot of bloggers on YouTube who explain videos from all the adventures of the Park. Visiting Queen Elizabeth National Park is the best assurance for you to have sights of all the big five of Africa, including the elephants, lions and others from all over the national parks in Uganda.
Queen Elizabeth National Park is naturally endowed with a diversity of wildlife, avian life, insects, and —reptiles, among others. Did you know that some aquatic life can survive in salt lakes? A Uganda safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park will equip you with more than enough information about lake katwe salt mines and the numerous crater lakes along the trail.
The boat cruise along Kazinga channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park is the perfect opportunity for you to enjoy the sighting of different avian life. The Park is home to more than 600 bird species including the migratory birds, which travel miles from Europe to come and enjoy the Ugandan weather.
The tree climbing lions’ adventure is adrenaline rising, as the sight of lions hanging in the tree branches will have you wondering whether you can ever be safe from the ishasha tree climbing lions. You can also enjoy seeing the lions chasing prey in the savannahs during the morning game drive. However, the Mweya hot air balloon is the best way to see the wildlife in the savannahs from about.
A Uganda safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park will provide you with the best opportunity to meet with the indigenous communities who are settled within the park. marvelous how humans’ homesteads and wildlife coexist in the Park.
How to get to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park is the second biggest national park after Murchison Falls National Park. The Park is located about 410 km/255 mi west of Kampala, and it is one of the major attractions along the western tourism routes of Uganda.
By road, a direct drive from Kampala, without stopovers, will take you about 8 to 7 hours. However, with the itinerary stopovers, can delay for an extra few hours. The long drive should not be an issue at all as the country roads are filled with beautiful undulating hills, communities of people, and road markets full of tropical fruits, and plantations among others to make an interesting photography moment.
The major entry port to Uganda is Entebbe International Airport. From the airport, at Tahfeez tours and travel we offer airport pick-ups and car hires in case of a self-drive Uganda safari. your tour operator will have explained the complete journey in the itinerary. From the airport, you will be driven to Queen Elizabeth National Park, via the route stipulated in your travel itinerary.
