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Queen Elizabeth NP — Tree-Climbing Lions Safari

See Africa's rarest spectacle — lions lounging in fig trees at Ishasha

3 days / 2 nights
From $650 per person
2–8 guests
Uganda
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Tour Overview

The tree-climbing lions of Ishasha are one of Africa's greatest wildlife mysteries — why do these lions climb trees when others don't? Scientists debate the reason, but the spectacle is undeniable: African lions draped across the branches of ancient fig trees, silhouetted against the sky. Beyond the famous lions, Queen Elizabeth offers diverse wildlife — elephants, buffalo, hippos, leopards, and over 600 bird species across savannah, wetland, and crater landscapes.

Tree-climbing lions
Kazinga Channel boat safari
600+ bird species
Crater lakes drive

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Arrive and transfer to your accommodation. Welcome briefing and orientation. Settle in and explore your immediate surroundings.

Airport/border transferWelcome briefingSettle in

Meals: Dinner

Interactive Route Map

What's Included

  • 2 nights safari lodge
  • All meals
  • Game drives
  • Boat safari
  • Park fees

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Drinks
  • Internal flight

How to Get There

Fly to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Charter flights to national parks available. Overland 4–8 hrs to major parks.

Best Time to Visit

June–August and December–February (dry seasons). Gorilla trekking year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

Starting from

$650

per person sharing

Duration3 days / 2 nights
Travel StyleMid-Range
Group Size2–8 guests
DestinationUganda

No booking fees · Free cancellation up to 30 days

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