Bird watching and Nature Walks
Explore Kidepo's vast savannas and riverine thickets on guided nature walks. Spot unique dry-land bird species like the Karamoja Apalis and enjoy the...
Explore activity →About Kidepo Valley
Discover the remote Kidepo Valley, teeming with wildlife and stunning landscapes. Enjoy guided morning, afternoon, or nocturnal game drives, bird watching, nature walks, and cultural encounters for an authentic Ugandan safari experience.
Plan your visit
Best time to visitJune-September, December-February (dry seasons)
Average temperature27.1°C
Weather notesUganda has two dry seasons (Dec-Feb, Jun-Sep) and two wet seasons (Mar-May, Oct-Nov)
Where it is in Uganda
Experiences in Kidepo Valley
Game drive (Afternoon)
Spot unique wildlife (cheetahs, ostriches, secretary birds) during an afternoon safari in Kidepo's Narus Valley. Perfect for capturing dramatic photography...
Explore activity →Game drive (Morning)
Enjoy an early morning game drive in Kidepo Valley to catch active wildlife at sunrise. Observe the park's predators and large herds of zebra and buffalo as...
Explore activity →Game drive (Nocturnal)
Experience the thrill of a night safari in Kidepo. Use spotlights to spot nocturnal wildlife like the white-tailed mongoose, civets, and leopards, guided by...
Explore activity →Hiking Lomej
Explore the Lomej trails with a guided hike from the Narus Valley. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the entire park, excellent wildlife spotting, and...
Explore activity →Kidepo Lonyili Summit Hike
Trek to Kidepo Valley's Lonyili Summit for spectacular panoramic views, potential wildlife sightings in the forest, and a unique perspective of the vast...
Explore activity →One day retreat (Overnight stay)
Enjoy a full-day wellness retreat deep in the Kidepo wilderness, featuring guided nature walks and freshly prepared meals. Add an optional overnight stay...
Explore activity →Rhino trekking
Track wild rhinos on foot with expert rangers in the untamed plains of Kidepo Valley. An unforgettable, up-close wildlife encounter in Africa’s most...
Explore activity →“Voices of the Mountains: The Ik Cultural Experience”
Embark on a guided cultural tour to meet the unique Ik people, who inhabit the remote mountains near Kidepo. Learn about their ancient traditions,...
Explore activity →Nearby accommodation in Kidepo Valley
Apoka Safari Lodge
The ultimate luxury safari lodge inside Kidepo Valley NP. Features 10 spacious cottages with stunning views, a massive rock-carved pool, and unique outdoor...
Double/Twin, Single · 2 room options
Kidepo Savannah Lodge
Located just outside Kidepo's Kalokudo Gate, this mid-range lodge offers en-suite safari tents and budget lazy camping. Known for stunning views of the...
Double/Twin, Single, Triple · 5 room options
Mara Safari Lodge
Mid-range lodge just 1km from Kidepo's Kalokudo Gate. Features spacious, eco-friendly cottages with views of the vast savannah. Offering a good base guided...
Double/Twin, Single · 2 room options
Safari packages featuring Kidepo Valley
Ultimate Uganda Wildlife & Primate Safari
Experience the ultimate 14-day Uganda safari! Track chimps in Kibale Forest, see tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth NP, and explore the remote wild of...
View package →Uganda Wildlife, Chimpanzee Tracking & Remote Savannah Safari
Discover the Pearl of Africa on a premier 14-day Uganda safari. Experience chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, spot tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth, and...
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