4 Day Kidepo National Park Fly-In Safari

4 Day Kidepo National Park Fly-In Safari leads to the beautiful and spectacular scenery that puncuates the extensive plains of Kidepo Valley in Northern Uganda. Kidepo Valley National Park is the remotest park in Uganda tucked in the northeastern corner along the border with Kenya and South Sudan. It is one of the most naturally authentic and least disturbed wildernesses in Africa, with a scenery that cannot be found anywhere else in East Africa. The journey from Kampala to Kidepo takes over 10 hours of drive, almost half of it on dirt roads. The fly-in safari eases access to the park and will provide spectacular aerial views of the semi arid rugged landscape. The safari is ideal for those who can afford to charter or use a scheduled flight to Kidepo using either Aerolink or fly Uganda.

This 4 Day Kidepo National Park Fly-In Safari not only includes a scenic flight but also the best what Kidepo has to offer in the shortest time possible. The safari leads you to the beauty of Kidepo Valley National Park, a place that is punctuated by a variety of flora and fauna. You will have game drives within the park, visiting the famous Narus valley as well as other areas. The park was named the "Best National Park in Africa for spectacular landscapes and great buffalo herds" by CNN Travel in 2013. Kidepo is altogether populated with plenty of wildife, a lot of which can not be found in other parks of Uganda such as Ostriches, Pygmy Crocodiles, Cheetahs and other rare cats.

We give you a range of accommodations to choose from, ranging from budget, moderate to luxury.

Activities

Kidepo Valley National Park

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Scenic Flight

Flight from Entebbe to Kidepo Valley National Park & Rest of the Day at Leisure

Journey Time: Flight of 1-2 hours
Accommodaiton: Apoka Safari Lodge (Luxury), Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Midrange and Budget)
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
The driver shall pick you up from the hotel and transfer to Entebbe Airport for the afternoon flight to Kidepo Valley National Park. The flight is scheduled to start at 12:30 and end at 14:45 on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Please note that the timing may vary depending on aircraft routing, despite of which it is an estimated 1-2 hour flight. Before landing in the park, you will be treated with magnificent aerial views of the unspoiled wilderness. Upon landing, you will be warmly welcomed by our driver guide and transferred to the luxurious Apoka Safari Lodge (Luxury) located within the park or the beautifully located Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Midrange & Budget) right at the park boarder with a stunning view over the wide savannah. Have some refreshments and relax in the comforts of the lodge while enjoying the magnificent wilderness that unfolds before you.

Day 2

Full Day Game Drive

Game Drives throughout the day

Accommodaiton: Apoka Safari Lodge (Luxury), Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Midrange and Budget)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Have an early cup of tea with a snack and set out for the morning game drive into the park. You shall head to the southern area which is the greener part of park. It is majorly covered with savannah grasslands making it favorable for many herbivores and thus attractive to the predators as well. Explore the game trails and observe an array of animals including Buffaloes, Zebras, Giraffes, Elephants, Antelopes, Lions, and many others. After nearly three to four hours, you shall return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation. After lunch, you shall return to the park and this time we will head to the drier northern part of the park and enjoy observing the rugged landscape, visit the hot springs and see more wildlife. The Cheetah is often seen in this part of the park, though it is quite elusive. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Day 3

Mt. Morungole Hike

Visit to the IK Tribe

Hike Mount Morungole & Cultural Experience with the IK Tribe

Accommodaiton: Apoka Safari Lodge (Luxury), Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Midrange and Budget)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will set out to hike to Mt Morungole (2,750m) that lies in the north of the park near the border with South Sudan. The mountains are inhabited by a small population of the IK tribe which is Uganda’s most remote living community. These are very unique people who have a very distinct culture and language which does not relate to any other tribe in Uganda.The Ik people are also regarded as a few endangered creatures as they count about 10000 to 110000. They were renowned hunters and gatherers but due to cattle rustling from other tribes like the Turkana of Kenya, the Karamojong of Uganda etc, they shifted from cattle keeping for subsistence farming, goat rearing and honey production. They will treat you with cultural performances. While on Mountain Murungole, you will have views of surrounding areas, including the Eastern rift. You shall enjoy wonderful sights across the Karamoja plains and observe the beautiful nature around you. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Day 4

Game Walk

Scenic Flight

Morning Game Walk & Flight back to Entebbe

Journey Time: 1 hour
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
You will be up early for a cup of tea before setting out for a morning nature walk into the park that shall expose you to pleasant sights. You shall walk past plenty of wildlife, such as Zebras, Giraffes and Antelopes. Return for breakfast and relaxation before you will head back to the airstrip for another scenic flight back to Entebbe. The flight starts at 15:00 and reaches Entebbe at approximately 16:30.

General Tips:

Kidepo Valley NP is Ugand's most beautiful savannah park with plenty of wildlife such as elephants, zebras, giraffes, lions, leopards and even cheetas. If you have the time, we suggest to increase tour stay to 5 days.
To get to Ik villages involves hiking through Mount Morungole that stretches up to 2750 meters above sea level. This requires some level of fitness since the trail is estimated at 8 kilometres long.

Domestic Flights:

Please contact us for flight schedules as these depend on the season.
Luggage allowance for domestic flights within Uganda is limited to 15 kgs/33lbs per person in soft bags. There is however a possibility of acquiring additional up to 75kgs/165lbs excess luggage at an extra cost. For each additional kilo US$ 3 are charges by the airline.
As a guideline, standard checked luggage should have the three dimensions of 24 inches (60cm) height, by 18 inches (45cm) length and 13 inches (33cm) width. For hand luggage, 12 inches (30cm) height, by 21 inches (53cm) length, by 9 inches (23cm) width.
Flights to and from Murchison Falls NP and Kidepo Valley NP operate with a minimum of 4 Passengers. Please note that if the number is less than required 4 passengers, the flight rule of additional top up for missing passengers will apply. Please contact us for more information regarding the domestic flights.
Children under 2 years of age are carried free provided they do not occupy seat. Childre under 12 years are carried at 70% of the adult fare.

What to bring:

Walking boots for the hike and the game walk.
Sunscreen is recommended.
Insect repellant is advisable.

Lion Rock at Kidepo Np Taken by Ellington Safaris

Game Drive at Kidepo Np Taken by Ellington Safaris

Kidepo Savannah Lodge Taken by Ellington Safaris