Activities at Kidepo Wilderness Lodge

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The best time to visit Kidepo Valley National Park is during the dry seasons from December to February and June to September. These months offer ideal conditions for wildlife viewing, as animals gather around water sources and the roads are more accessible. While the wet seasons from March to May and October to November bring lush landscapes and fewer tourists, they can also make travel more challenging due to muddy roads and dispersed wildlife. For the best overall experience, the dry months are recommended.

Try to keep your wardrobe colours as neutral as possible. Consider packing the following items: 

Rain jacket - there is no formal “dry” season. Long trousers, long shirt/top and waterproof hiking shoes for trekking, hiking socks (fire ants are not pleasant), gaitors, garden gloves, small day backpack, compact or easy-to-carry camera with zoom.

Pack a hat, buff, sunblock, water bottle, electrolyte supplements, warm clothes for around the lodge and waterproof bags for your gear. 

Kidepo Valley National Park offers a remote and wild safari experience unlike anywhere else in Uganda. Tucked away in the country’s northeast, near the borders of South Sudan and Kenya, the park is known for its dramatic landscapes—expansive savannahs, rugged mountains, and sweeping valleys. Visitors can expect excellent wildlife viewing, with chances to see lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and the elusive cheetah, along with over 470 bird species. The park’s isolation means fewer tourists, allowing for a more exclusive and immersive experience. Cultural visits to nearby Karamojong communities add depth to the journey, offering insight into one of Uganda’s most traditional ways of life.