Experiential Lion Tracking in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Follow radio-collared lions with rangers and researchers for a closer look.
Queen Elizabeth National Park is famous for lions, including the tree-climbing lions of the Ishasha sector. UWA lists an experiential lion tracking activity in its revised tariff taking effect 1 January 2027. See the park guide and Uganda's big cats.
See the wider Uganda wildlife authority tariff guide for every fee, and the permit price notice for 2027 changes.
At a glance
- Park: Queen Elizabeth
- Printed tariff: $200 FNR, $150 FR, UGX 200,000 EAC (excl. $10 community fee and vehicle)
- From 1 Jan 2027: $500 FNR, $300 FR, UGX 250,000 EAC
Fees and Rates
| Activity | FNR | FR | EAC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lion (predator) tracking, printed tariff to June 2026 | $200 | $150 | UGX 200,000 |
| Experiential lion tracking, from 1 Jan 2027 | $500 | $300 | UGX 250,000 |
About these rates. UWA states that tariff fees are subject to change without prior notice. FNR = foreign non-resident, FR = foreign resident, ROA = rest of Africa, EAC = citizen of an East African Community member state (paid in UGX). Source: Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) Conservation Tariff July 2024 to June 2026 and UWA letter ref. TDO 93/04 dated 26 February 2026.
What to Expect
The printed tariff notes that lion tracking excludes a $10 community fee and the vehicle fee.
Where This Fits in a Uganda Itinerary
Queen Elizabeth National Park in western Uganda combines open savannah, the Kazinga Channel, crater lakes and the Ishasha sector, which is known for tree-climbing lions. It is a popular stop between Kibale and Bwindi, so activities here are often added to a game drive and launch cruise.
Travellers hoping for lions usually plan at least two nights in the park, combining Kasenyi game drives with the Ishasha sector. Whatever you choose, build days around travel time: driving distances between the parks are long, and early starts are normal on a Uganda safari. If you are comparing destinations, start with Uganda's national parks and our Uganda safaris and tours.
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For the full list of official fees, see the UWA tariff guide and park entrance fees. When you are ready, tell us your dates and we will build a Uganda safari package around it, or return to the Ameera Africa Safaris Uganda tours homepage.
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