Why go?

Kidepo Valley National Park, located in northeastern Uganda near the borders with South Sudan and Kenya, is one of the country’s most remote yet rewarding safari destinations, spanning 1,442 km² of rugged savannah and mountains and hosting over 75 mammal species and 470 bird species; Narus Valley is the best spot for game drives with massive herds of buffalo, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes gathering at water sources, while Kidepo Valley is known for hot springs, ostriches, and diverse birdlife, and visitors can also enjoy cultural encounters with the Karamojong and Ik people, making the long journey from Kampala—whether by road or flight—worthwhile, with lodges such as Apoka Safari Lodge, Kidepo Savannah Lodge, and Nga’Moru Wilderness Camp offering accommodation, and Encounter Africa Safaris recommending at least a five‑day tour to fully experience the wildlife, landscapes, and culture that earned Kidepo the title of Africa’s best national park.