Flights to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Flying to Queen Elizabeth National Park is the fastest way to reach the park during your safari in Uganda. Flights depart from either Entebbe International Airport or Kajjansi Airfield and land at Kasese or Mweya Airstrips, both of which are near the park. From there, a safari vehicle arranged by your tour operator will pick you up and take you to your lodge, whether it is budget, mid-range, or luxury.
Flights to Kasese Airstrip operate with a minimum of two passengers. These flights also connect to other destinations like Kisoro and Kihihi, which serve Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Flights are mainly managed by Bar Aviation, Aerolink Uganda Limited, and Fly Uganda.
These airlines also offer flights to other national parks. For example, planes land at Pakuba Airstrip for Murchison Falls National Park, Kisoro Airstrip for Mgahinga National Park, and Semuliki Airstrip for Semuliki National Park. This makes it easier for visitors to enjoy a smooth and comfortable safari experience across the country.
Aerolink Uganda and Bar Aviation usually operate daily morning flights. These flights leave Entebbe International Airport or Kajjansi Airfield at 7:05 am and arrive at either Mweya or Kasese by 10:05 am. Return flights may depart at 10:20 am and arrive back at Entebbe around 11:45 am.
Afternoon flights depart from Entebbe or Kajjansi at 12:05 pm and arrive at their final destination around 1:30 pm. After a short rest, return flights leave at 2:35 pm and arrive back at Entebbe by 4:30 pm.
Popular activities and attractions in Queen Elizabeth National Park include:
- Boat cruises on the Kazinga Channel, where you can see hippos, crocodiles, and birds
- Guided nature walks to spot wildlife on foot
- Chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge
- Visiting old salt mines and salt lakes
These experiences make your safari enjoyable and memorable.
