Kidepo Valley National Park
Africa’s True Lost Wilderness — The Raw Savannah of the Karamojong
About Kidepo Valley National Park
Tucked away in the rugged, semi-arid northeastern corner of Uganda bordering South Sudan and Kenya, Kidepo Valley National Park is widely ranked among CNN's top 3 wilderness parks in all of Africa. Across the sweeping golden grasslands of the Narus Valley surrounded by the Morungole Mountains, you will encounter huge buffalo herds, cheetahs, tree-climbing lions, and the authentic nomadic IK and Karamojong tribes.
Key Wildlife Species to Encounter
Kidepo Valley National Park boasts extraordinary biodiversity and unique habitat corridors. Top species include:
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
September to March (Dry season when animals gather around the perennial Narus River pools).
🎟️ Permits & Park Access
Park Entry: $40 USD per 24 hours.
*Valverde Safaris secures all required wildlife and gorilla permits directly on your behalf.Signature Experiences & Activities
- Narus Valley Game Drives
- Kidepo River & Kanangorok Hot Springs Drive
- Mount Morungole Trek to the Endangered IK Tribe
- Authentic Karamojong Manyatta Cultural Experience
Frequently Asked Questions — Kidepo Valley National Park
We strongly recommend our 2-hour luxury scheduled bush flight directly from Entebbe International Airport into Apoka Airstrip for maximum comfort.
