National ParkFeatured Destination
Kidepo Valley National Park
Uganda 1,442 km² (557 mi²) Est. 1962
About Kidepo Valley National Park
Kidepo Valley National Park is Uganda's most remote and arguably most beautiful national park, tucked into the northeastern corner of the country bordering South Sudan and Kenya. Its dramatic landscape of semi-arid valleys flanked by rugged mountains is unlike anywhere else in Uganda.
Often described as Uganda's Serengeti, Kidepo supports over 77 mammal species — more than any other Ugandan park — including species found nowhere else in the country such as cheetah, striped hyena, bat-eared fox, caracal, aardwolf, and greater and lesser kudu. The Karamojong pastoralists who live around the park add rich cultural dimension to any visit.
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Safari Tours
4.5
Avg Rating
4/5
Big Five
64
Years Protected
Highlights
- Uganda's most scenic park with dramatic mountain-valley landscape
- Unique species found nowhere else in Uganda (cheetah, striped hyena)
- Highest mammal diversity of any Ugandan park
- Very few visitors — authentic wilderness experience
- Rich Karamojong cultural encounters
Considerations
- Extremely remote — 10-12 hours drive from Kampala
- Domestic flights are expensive and infrequent
- Limited accommodation options
- Security situation has improved but area history may deter some
Wildlife
Big Five Status
🦁
Lion
common
🐆
Leopard
occasional
🐘
Elephant
common
🦬
Buffalo
common
🦏
Rhino
Not present
Notable Species
Lion
Common
Leopard
Occasional
Elephant
Common
Cape Buffalo
Common
Cheetah
Rare
Caracal
Rare
Giraffe
Occasional
Zebra
Common
Eland
Common
Jackal
Common
Secretary Bird
Occasional
Kori Bustard
Occasional
Lilac-breasted Roller
Common
Aardvark
Rare
Common Occasional Rare
Best Time to Visit
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Peak Season Good Time Less Ideal
Climate Overview
Getting There
Kidepo is 10-12 hours drive from Kampala via Gulu. Domestic flights from Entebbe to Kidepo airstrip (Apoka) take 1.5-2 hours and are the most practical option. Charter flights also available.
Nearest Airport
Apoka Airstrip
Nearest City
Kaabong
Drive Time
11 hours