You will see some of the most remote and semi-arid areas of the nation on this 4 Days Kidepo National Park Safari Tour, which is located in the Karamoja region. At 2,750 meters above sea level and is the second largest national park in the country. The majority of tourists to the park travel by plane because it is around 700 kilometres from Kampala; Aerolink Uganda and Kampala Executive Aviation, respectively, provide frequent flights from Entebbe airport and Kajansi airstrip. With the highest animal population and stunning scenery, Kidepo National Park is a must-visit location. The Kidepo Valley Drive and the Narus Valley Drive are the park’s two principal drives. It’s the ideal time to go game viewing because of the greater landscape and fewer animals along the Kidepo Valley road. The fact that more animals congregate around the park’s sole permanent water sources suggests that the Narus Valley drive has more animals than the other drive.
Detailed Itinerary.
Day 1: Arrival – Entebbe Airport
Our tour guide will welcome and help you when you arrive at Entebbe Airport. He will be your driver and tour guide for the remaining days you are in the country. You will be driven to the hotel of your choice in Entebbe for the night after the brief introduction and discussion.
Accommodation: Boma Guest House, Hotel No. 5, Lake Victoria Serena Resort.
Meals: (Dinner).
Day 2: Transfer to Kidepo Valley National Park
Take a local canoe to the Mabamba Swamp early in the morning to search for the critically endangered Shoebill Stork and other bird species that live there. Return to Entebbe in time for your midmorning flight to Kidepo Valley National Park. Once there, have lunch at the Lodge and head out for an evening game drive in the Narus Valley. The park’s resident species, which include buffalo, elephants, lions, cheetahs, and leopards, may be visible to you if you’re lucky. Return to the lodge for the evening after dinner.
Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge, Adere Safari Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
Day 3: Morning Game Drive – Cultural Experience
This morning, following a leisurely breakfast, you will head out for your wildlife drive in the Narus Valley. As stated earlier, there is variation in animal sightings during game drives. Look for different animals that you missed on the game drive the night before; if you spot any, you’ll get bonus points. Return to the resort after lunch, and then leave in the afternoon to go see the Karamojong people. It is well known that the Karamojong people lead nomadic, pastoralist lifestyles. They still live in unusual houses called manyatas, which are designed to serve as their temporary residences while they travel around taking care of their animals.
You will be able to interact with them and discover more about their way of life, culture, and everyday routines. Songs and dances from various cultures will be performed as the day comes to an end. Come back to your lodge in the evening for dinner and a sleep.
Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge, Adere Safari Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
Day 4: Game Drive – Fly back to Entebbe
After a leisurely breakfast at the lodge, have a game drive on the route to the airstrip. Take as many pictures as you can because this park gives an incredible experience. Make your connection to your midnight flight to your next location after returning to Entebbe on your trip.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch).
End of the 4 Days Kidepo National Park Safari Tour.
The 4 Days Kidepo National Park Safari Tour includes;
- Airport Transfers.
- Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Services of an English-speaking tour guide.
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Tour Guide allowances.
- Bottled water in the car.
- Relevant Government Taxes.
However, the tour cost excludes; alcoholic drinks, tips to local guides, souvenirs, personal shopping bills, international air fare, Visa fees, travel insurance and items of personal nature.