Queen Elizabeth National Park
The park covers an area of about 1978 km2; its position provides a magnificent view of the rift valley floor that occupies Lake Edward and Gorge. It is well known to be the habitat of about 95 mammal along with 612 species of birds. The area was strategically located with a stunning view of Mount Rwenzori, the plains and the composite jagged mass of mountains that are good for activities such as hiking.
The eastern part of the park is characterized with peaceful green escarpment that is acquired from the western rift valley. The features are all covered with savannah making it a beautiful place full of nature euphorbia trees.
Common Antelopes species include the kob, bush buck, topi and water buck. Other animals which can also be found at Mweya Peninsular are buffaloes, elephants, warthogs and hippos. There are also various primate species available in the park including chimpanzees, red-tailed monkeys, blue monkey, black and white colobus monkey, olive baboons among others. The Ishasha sector is famously known for its tree climbing lions and it is also known to host the world’s highest concentration of hippos.
Accommodation
The Mweya Safari Lodge
The lodge is a top of the range accommodation facility located at the Mweya peninsular within the park and overlooking the Kazinga channel.
Jacana Safari Lodge
A luxurious beautiful lodge located on the out skirts of the park between the rolling hills and a tranquil crater lake.
Kingfisher Lodge
Situated in the western part of Uganda adjacent to Queen Elizabeth National park. Looking over the plains that give a magnificent view of the park and Mountain Rwenzori