Rent a Car RwandaQueen Elizabeth National Park - 4x4 safaris Uganda
Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda is an essential stop for those embarking on a self-drive tour that links Rwanda and Uganda. Visitors can rent a vehicle in Rwanda to discover this extraordinary park, along with various attractions across the border, creating a unique self-drive safari adventure.
The park is well-known for its substantial elephant populations, many of which have migrated from the forests of the Democratic Republic of Congo due to recent unrest. It also boasts the Kazinga Channel, which serves as a waterway connecting Lake Edward in Uganda and the Congo to Lake George in Uganda. Particularly famous for its tree-climbing lions, the southern region of the park, known as Ishasha, draws many wildlife enthusiasts. Most safari itineraries to Queen Elizabeth National Park are typically paired with treks in Bwindi National Park for gorilla viewing, as it is conveniently located just a 1.5-hour drive from Buhoma.
This is Kyambura Gorge - Queen Elizabeth NP
Kyambura Gorge is in Queen Elizabeth National Park and is a place to visit for Chimpanzee tracking. The gorge is also a birding spot for other mammals, including hippos and elephants.
When visiting Queen Elizabeth National Park, there are numerous activities to enjoy during your tour. One of the highlights is embarking on game drives across the expansive plains of Kasenyi, where you can encounter a variety of wildlife, including Cape buffaloes, waterbucks, elephants, leopards, lions, and common impalas. To maximize your chances of observing wildlife, it’s advisable to rise early at 5:30 am and venture out onto the plains, as this is when you can witness the early grazers and hunters in action. Additionally, the evening hours provide excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing as the sun sets, since many animals tend to avoid the heat of the day, making them more visible during cooler periods.
Renting a car in Rwanda allows you to venture into Uganda for thrilling safari experiences. You can seamlessly blend self-drive tours across both countries. A noteworthy destination is Queen Elizabeth National Park, situated approximately five hours from Kigali. The picturesque route takes you through Katuna, Kabale, Ntungamo, Ishaka, and culminates at Kichwamba, where you can enter the park from the eastern side, offering breathtaking views from the escarpment. Spanning 1,980 square kilometers, Queen Elizabeth National Park features two primary roads: one connecting Kichwamba to Kasese and the other linking Ishasha to Katunguru.
The Land Cruiser GX, equipped with a full-time 4×4 system, is perfectly suited for off-road safaris in Uganda, especially in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Its reliability remains consistent throughout the year, making it a dependable option for any season. You can rent this vehicle in Kigali and journey through Rwanda to enhance your experience in Uganda.