Kidepo Valley National Park: Uganda's remote wilderness

Kidepo Valley National Park lies in Uganda's far north-east, on the borders with South Sudan and Kenya. It is remote, rugged and quiet, and for many travellers it is the most beautiful park in the country.

What to do in Kidepo

• Game drives in the Narus Valley, the park's wildlife heartland.

• See species rarely found elsewhere in Uganda, such as cheetah and ostrich, plus large buffalo herds.

• Kidepo Valley hot springs.

• Cultural visits with Karamojong and IK communities.

How long should you stay?

Three days makes the journey worthwhile.

When to go

The dry season, roughly September to March, is the best time for game viewing.

Getting there

Kidepo is about 700 km from Kampala, 10 to 12 hours by road, or around 2 hours by light aircraft. If you drive, break the journey at Gulu or Moroto.

Local tip

Fly in on a scheduled light-aircraft service if your budget allows. It turns two long drive days into game-drive days.

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