Kidepo Valley

Kidepo Valley National Park is a hidden treasure of Uganda's tourism industry, located in the far northeastern part of the country, near the border with South Sudan and Kenya. The park covers an area of 1,442 square kilometers and is one of the country's most remote and least visited national parks, offering a unique and unforgettable experience for adventurous travelers.

The park's landscape is characterized by vast savannas, rugged mountains, and deep valleys, which provide a habitat for an incredible variety of wildlife. Kidepo Valley is home to over 80 mammal species, including elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas. The park is also home to several species of antelopes, including the lesser kudu, the greater kudu, and the bushbuck.

Kidepo Valley is a birdwatcher's paradise, with over 475 species of birds, including the ostrich, the Kori bustard, and the secretary bird. The park's birdlife is particularly abundant during the dry season, when many species gather around the park's water sources.

Visitors to Kidepo Valley National Park can take part in a wide range of activities, including game drives, birdwatching, and guided nature walks. The park also offers cultural experiences, such as visits to the Karamojong people, who have lived in the area for generations and have a unique and fascinating way of life.