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Kidepo Valley National Park

KidepoValleyNationalPark

Kaabong District, Northeastern Uganda
3.83° N · 33.75° E
Best season
September – March (Dry Season)
Climate
Semi-arid savannah climate with warm temperatures and seasonal rainfall
Region
North
Type
National Park
Overview

What you'll find.

Kidepo Valley National Park is one of Africa’s most breathtaking and remote wilderness destinations. Known for its vast open savannahs, rugged mountains, dramatic landscapes, and rich wildlife, the park offers an authentic safari experience away from crowded tourist routes. The untouched beauty and cultural richness of the region make Kidepo one of Uganda’s hidden treasures.

History

Background.

Kidepo Valley National Park was established in 1962 to protect the unique wildlife and ecosystems of northeastern Uganda. The area has long been home to the Karamojong and Ik communities, whose cultures remain deeply connected to the land and surrounding wilderness.

Wildlife · 13
01African Elephant
02African Buffalo
03Lion
04Leopard
05Cheetah
06African Wild Dog
07Spotted Hyena
08Warthog
09Giraffe
10Plains Zebra
11Olive Baboon
12Black-and-white Colobus
13Impala
Attractions · 06
01Safari drive
02Bird watching
03Scenic photo stop
04Panoramic lookout
05Nature photography
06Hidden gem discovery
Location

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SOUTH SUDANKENYATANZANIARWANDAD.R.C.KAMPALAKIDEPO409 KM FROM KAMPALAN0200 KMREP. OF UGANDA · 241,038 KM²
Coordinates3.83° N · 33.75° E
LocationKaabong District, Northeastern Uganda
ClimateSemi-arid savannah climate with warm temperatures and seasonal rainfall
Best seasonSeptember – March (Dry Season)
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Key facts

In numbers.

01One of the most isolated national parks in Africa
02Often described as Uganda’s most beautiful national park
03One of the few places in Uganda where cheetahs can be seen
04Home to unique wildlife species not commonly found elsewhere in Uganda
05Features both savannah plains and mountain landscapes
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