Overview.
Kidepo National Park is located in the north northeastern part of Uganda renowned for its rugged landscapes and diverse wildlife. The park is considered one of Africa’s most remote and pristine wilderness.
It is characterized by expansive savannahs, mountain ranges and the Narus River valley hosting a variety of animals and birds making your trip full of adventure and fun.
Day 1: Fly to Kidepo (Game drive in the evening.)
This marks your first day of 3 days of Kidepo flying safaris, after breakfast, you will be transferred to Entebbe to board your 2-hour flight to Kidepo National Park.
The flight to Kidepo gives you beautiful aerial views of the countryside landing at Apoka airfield. Upon arrival, the driver will take you to the hotel for lunch and check in as you prepare for the evening game drive.
In the evening, you have higher chances of seeing animals because it is when they are going back to their hideouts. The driver will take you to the starting point of the adventurous game drive of exploring the remarkable and unique landscapes of Kidepo Valley National Park.
During the game drives, you get a chance to see animals like African elephants, Jackson’s hartebeest, jackals, buffaloes, lions and Klipspringer. You also get a chance to see the amazing Narus Valley.
After the evening head back to your hotel for dinner, relaxation and overnight stay.
Day 2: Game drive and Karamoja cultural experience.
After an early morning breakfast, the driver will take you to the starting point heading out for the adventurous morning game drive. During morning hours, you have a high chance of encountering different animals since they seem more active.
As the sun rises over the rugged landscapes visitors embark on guided drives to explore the park’s diverse ecosystems. You can spot wildlife like antelopes, buffaloes, zebras, and lions.
The cool morning temperatures also increase the chances of encountering animals in their natural habitat creating memorable moments for those exploring the untamed beauty of Kidepo.
After the morning game drive, you can get back to the starting point, and have lunch and some refreshments before heading out to the Karamoja cultural experience.
The Karamoja cultural experience immerses visitors in the rich traditions of the Karamojong people who were the inhabitants of the northeastern region part of Uganda. You get a chance to encounter and learn about traditional dances, storytelling and demonstration of daily activities like making beads and pottery.
Feel free to interact with these people as this helps you get immersed into their culture spicing up the whole experience with a deep appreciation for the cultural heritage of these people.
Day 3: Fly to Entebbe.
This is the last day of your 3 days of Kidepo flying safari. After breakfast, the driver will take you to Apoka Airfield to get your flight back to Entebbe.
