Queen Elizabeth NP Guide: Transport, Stay & Safari! π¦βΊ
π Why Visit? Tree-climbing lions (rare!), hippos, elephants & chance of chimps β but hippos/elephants are guaranteed! Pro tip: The lodge wildlife is often better than park sightings! π π― Itinerary Ideas 1οΈβ£ One-Day Blitz: 6:30-11:30AM: Game Drive 2-4PM: Kazinga Channel Boat Safari (hippo paradise!) 2οΈβ£ Chimp Trek Option: Add a 2nd day (or cram into 1 day with shorter drives). π« Park Fee: $40/day (covers all activities!). π Kampala β Katunguru (Gateway Town) Bus: Global Buses from Bakuli Terminal (8AM/8PM, 35K UGX/Β₯70). *"9AM departure, 8-hour ride (stops often)."* Last Mile: Take a boda-boda (motorbike) to lodges β 2km dirt road with wild animals en route! ποΈ MUST-STAY: Engiri Game Lodge π Inside the park β elephants/hippos/leopards walk past your tent! π° $32/night (solo tent + 3 gourmet meals!). Book on Ctrip for best rates. π Perks: Hot water, WiFi, birdwatching heaven (10+ species casually spotted!). π Cons: Buggy mattress + "guard-escorted toilet trips at night." #Uganda #Safari #QueenElizabethNP #BudgetTravel #EastAfrica πβ¨