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Take a trip to Queen Elizabeth National Park on your Uganda Vacation
Located in western Uganda and spread over four districts is Queen Elizabeth National Park. The country’s most visited park on a Uganda safari, it occupies an estimated 1,978 square kilometres (764 square miles), extending from Lake George in the northeast to Lake Edward in the southwest.
In the late 1920s, two separate game reserves were established at Lake George and Lake Edward. These reserves were combined and a national park was designated in 1954, named in honour of Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain who had visited Uganda in 1952. While many animals were killed during the Uganda-Tanzania war of the late 1970s, the park has been successful in recovering several species including hippopotamus, elephants, leopards and chimpanzees to add to the enjoyment of a Uganda safari.
Queen Elizabeth National Park is known for its wildlife and hosts over 95 mammal species and more than 500 types of birds. The area of the park that covers Rukungiri District is notable for the tree-climbing lions who exist there. The male lions sport black manes, a trait that is unique to the area. Along with big game viewing and incredible landscapes, the park also invites visitors to experience the fascinating cultural history of the region and there are many opportunities to meet and interact with local communities.
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Highlights of Uganda with Gorilla & Chimp Trekking
Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and EntebbeExperience the wild heart of Uganda on this adventure, from tracking majestic mountain gorillas in Bwindi to thrilling game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
8 days
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Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Ishasha Safari Escape
Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and EntebbeExperience Uganda's stunning landscapes while trekking for mountain gorillas. Discover Bwindi's enchanting forests and unique wildlife in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
6 days
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Highlights of Uganda with Gorilla & Chimp Trekking
Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and EntebbeExperience the wild heart of Uganda on this adventure, from tracking majestic mountain gorillas in Bwindi to thrilling game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
8 days
From US$9,633/p.p.
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Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Ishasha Safari Escape
Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and EntebbeExperience Uganda's stunning landscapes while trekking for mountain gorillas. Discover Bwindi's enchanting forests and unique wildlife in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
6 days
From US$5,029/p.p.
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The staff at the lodges are all exceptional and really go out of their way to make your stay memorable. In one lodge, the wake up call included him singing "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" to me.
Gorilla trekking is such a unique experience - it can only be done in this part of the world. While the gorilla trekk is such a highlight, the surrounding areas are so beautiful it is worth considering spending more time in destination.
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Our only criticism is that they do not break down the various costs of a trip which makes tipping very awkward. It can also create a sense of " mistrust" when all the costs are not transparent. Cheryl HayesOur trip to Switzerland was an amazing experience. Our travel agent at GoWay, Bo was so helpful in helping my husband Louie plan just what we wanted to do on this trip. Taking the trains thru the county was easy by the many hours Louie and Bo worked on this. Also our helicopter ride in Zermatt on my birthday was just unbelievable. Flying around the Matterhorn and the Alps is one flight we will never forget. Thanks Bo for setting this up. The trip was one incredible adventure that we will never forget. Thanks again Bo, Lynn Gerber. Lynn GerberWe booked a Goway tour to Botswana and Zimbabwe and it was excellent. We worked with Brooke, the Goway represntative, to set up the tour and she was an outstanding agent who answered any questions we had very quickly and completely. Her hotel recommendation for the additional night we stayed was pefect.
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