Isolated in Uganda’s rugged far northeast, Kidepo Valley is regularly voted one of Africa’s most beautiful national parks — broad savannas ringed by mountains and seasonal rivers, with the Karamoja culture all around. Its remoteness keeps crowds away and rewards visitors with lion (including tree-climbers), elephant, cheetah, buffalo herds and a string of dry-country species — ostrich, greater and lesser kudu, caracal — found nowhere else in the country. A genuine wilderness and a fly-in highlight.
Ratings
Wildlife Density: ★★★★☆ Infrastructure: ★★★☆☆ Photography: ★★★★★
Adventure: ★★★★☆ Exclusivity: ★★★★★ Value for Money: ★★★☆☆ Scenery: ★★★★★
Location: Far northeastern Uganda (Karamoja); near Kaabong (fly-in recommended)
Key wildlife: Lion, elephant, cheetah, buffalo, ostrich, kudu, caracal
Best for: Wilderness, scenery, Karamoja culture, intrepid travellers
Best time: September–March (dry season)
More about this park will be added here over time.
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