When you try to ask most visitors to Uganda about the top must-visit, Kidepo Valley National Park cannot miss among the answers.

Though isolated far in the North Eastern part of Uganda, this pristine spot has a lot to beguile you on your Uganda Safari.

Its remote location gives a reason why it still retains its natural setting – in simple terms, it is untouched, attractive and an ideal location you can have an African Wildlife Safari to remember for your life time.

You can easily get there by road transport or air transport means – By road, two options are available to choose.

A safari to this savannah park treats adventurers with a plethora of enthralling things both on the way and once in the Park. Below are the remarkable charms to make your days in the north eastern part of Uganda.

On the way.

Stopover at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. This is possible when you use Kampla – Masindi – Gulu highway for your Journey to Kidepo.

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is located in Nakasongola – it is home and the only place to see the unusual species of white Rhinoceros. You can do the tracking of these animals which lasts for about one hour – it costs $50 USD per person.

White Water Rafting in Jinja. A perfect fit for adventure travelers, there is nothing more breathtaking than taking in views of the picturesque sceneries along the shores of River Nile from waters.

This on-water expedition is possible for those accessing Kidepo via Kampala – Jinja – Mbale highway. It is a half day excursion and costs $125 USD per person.

Visit the Matheniko People. Matheniko is a famed tribe in the North eastern part of Uganda, most visitors who wish for a glance of culture in this region prefer this ethnic group of people.

On a visit, you can be entertained by their traditional performances including singing and dancing. Travelers are awarded opportunities to be part in the traditional performances as well as using their instruments.

Once in the Park.

One you reach in the Park there are other exciting pursuits to overtake the ones you had along the way and are as listed below.

Game Driving. Among Uganda’s Parks, Kidepo is unbeatable when it comes to Wildlife – it boasts a diverse biodiversity that consists of rich flora and fauna. Of all attractions, wild animals and bird species are the main highlights.

Its abundant Wild animals consist of Elephants, Buffaloes, antelopes, Giraffes, Zebras and more. There are many options soak up Kidepo’s Wildlife but a game driving is more bewitching.

This Park features numerous game driving trails that traverse its suburbs and leads to different wildlife hotspots like the Narus and Namamukweny valley.

You can do a day or night game drive while in this Park, most travelers prefer the one offered during day – A night one is specifically for those who are after nocturnal species.

Hiking Expeditions. If you wish to take in sights of Wild animals, wilderness and other sceneries in the Park on foot than from a vehicle, you can try hiking excursions.

Kidepo feature different hiking trails such as hike to Mountain Morungole and other trails out of the park.

Visit the Ik people. Feel more taken by culture with a visit to the Ik, the smallest ethnic group in Uganda. These people reside at the top of Mount Morungole – a hike as well rewards with sweeping of the Wilderness, vast landscapes and sunset/rise.