Kidepo Valley National Park is the most remote national park in Uganda. It is located in the far northeast, close to the borders with South Sudan and Kenya.
This 3-day flying safari is the fastest and easiest way to visit the park. Flying saves time and helps you avoid the long road trip from Kampala.
Kidepo is the only park in Uganda where you can see both ostriches and cheetahs. The park is drier than most other parks in the country and offers good wildlife viewing.
Animals you may see include lions, giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and antelopes.
This safari is a good choice for travelers who want to visit this remote wildlife area in just three days. For group safaris, early booking is recommended.
Below is a day-by-day plan. The safari uses mid-range and luxury lodges, as there are no good budget lodges in Kidepo.
Flights to Kidepo are available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The flight leaves Entebbe or Kajjansi at 11:00 am and arrives in Kidepo at 2:00 pm.
The return flight leaves Kidepo at 3:00 pm and reaches Kampala at 4:30 pm.
Highlights of the 3-Day Kidepo Flying Safari
- Day 1: Flight to Kidepo Valley National Park
- Day 2: Game Drive and Cultural Visit
- Day 3: Morning Game Drive and Return Flight
Detailed 3-Day Kidepo Flying Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Flight to Kidepo Valley National Park
You will take a flight from Kampala at 11:00 am. After arriving in Kidepo at 2:00 pm, you will be picked up and transferred to your lodge. Later in the evening, you will go on a game drive in the Narus Valley.
During the game drive, you may see elephants, buffaloes, and Jackson’s hartebeest near the Narus River, one of the park’s main water sources.
Day 2: Game Drive & Cultural Visit
After breakfast, you will go for a guided hike through the Lamoj Mountains to the Kidepo Valley. This area has open savannah and a borassus palm forest.
From here, you can also enjoy views of the Narus Valley.
You will return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, you will visit a Karamojong village to learn about their culture and way of life.
Day 3: Morning Game Drive & Return Flight
You will start the day with a morning game drive to try and see any animals you may have missed. You may spot giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and buffaloes.
After the game drive, you will return to the lodge for lunch. Later, you will head to the airstrip for your flight at 3:00 pm.
You will arrive in Kampala at 4:30 pm, where you can either connect to your international flight or transfer to your hotel.
