March is a special month to visit Kidepo Valley National Park as the weather changes from dry to wet season.
You can get to the park by air or road. If you choose road transport, a 4×4 safari vehicle is best because the roads are rough.
Flying is faster but more expensive. Flights leave from Entebbe International Airport or Kajjansi airstrip to Apoka airstrip inside the park.
March is a good time to visit because the roads are still easy to pass. Day temperatures range from 30 to 35°C and at night it cools down to 15 to 20°C.
There is only a little rain in March, so the plants start to grow thicker. The view of the sun setting over the wide grasslands of Narus valley is very beautiful.
Visitors in March can enjoy many activities like nature walks on the savannah plains and around the Morungole mountains.
Game drives are also great in Kidepo Valley National Park. You can see big herds of buffalo, sometimes more than 4,000, near the permanent water in Narus valley. You might also spot lions resting on rocky areas, giraffes, and antelopes moving quietly across the grasslands.
With more than 77 types of mammals in the park, game drives are a must. Be sure to take pictures to keep memories of wildlife in its natural home.
Another interesting place to visit is the Kanangorok hot springs in the park. The water is so hot it can boil eggs.
The park is not crowded in March, which means you can enjoy quiet time with nature in the wild.
As the plants grow thicker, photos of the green fields become more lively, especially with animals moving nearby.
Hiking is another good activity in March. It is best to hike in the morning before it gets hot. You might see animals like ostriches, pygmy falcons, and Abyssinian rollers on your walk.
You can also hike to Mount Morungole and visit the IK community with a park ranger for safety and guidance.
Kidepo Valley National Park offers visitors chances to see wildlife, learn about local cultures, and enjoy beautiful landscapes in March.
