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Kidepo Valley National Park

Uganda · Africa

Kidepo Valley National Park is located 700 km northeast of Kampala and covers 1,442 km² of rugged savannah. The park is home to 77 mammal species — including Uganda's only cheetah population — and 475 bird species. Its remote location makes it one of the most pristine wilderness areas in Africa.

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Wildlife & Nature

Kidepo Valley is Uganda's most remote and pristine park. It is home to unique animal species that are found nowhere else in Uganda.

Jachtluipaard

Cheetah

One of the few places in Uganda where cheetahs can be seen in the wild.

Struisvogel

Ostrich

The only location in Uganda where ostriches live in their natural habitat.

Karakal

Caracal

This rare wildcat is found in the dry savannah of Kidepo.

Grote Koedoe

Big Kudu

An impressive antelope that only occurs in Kidepo Valley in Uganda.

Kidepo local community

Local Community & Culture

The Karamojong and Ik tribes live around the park. Their semi-nomadic lifestyle and traditional manyatta villages offer a unique cultural perspective. Visits to local villages are a regular part of our Kidepo safaris.

Lodging & Accommodations

Apoka Safari Lodge

Apoka Safari Lodge

luxury

The only luxury lodge in the park, located at the foot of the Narus Valley with spectacular views.

Kidepo Savannah Lodge

Kidepo Savannah Lodge

camp

Comfortable tented camp with authentic bush experience near the Narus River.

UWA Bandas Kidepo

UWA Bandas Kidepo

guesthouse

Simple but clean bandas managed by Uganda Wildlife Authority in the heart of the park.