Ishasha Wilderness Camp is located in the Southern Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park within the Ntungwe River, making it the best retreat for people who enjoy the wild. This camp blends magical wilderness tents with top-quality services in the remote region of Queen Elizabeth National Park.

The Ishasha sector is well-known for its tree-climbing lion population, which can occasionally be seen resting on the branches of large fig trees. Ishasha wilderness camp Being within Queen Elizabeth National Park, it offers different wildlife species freedom. As you pass through the camp, animals like elephants can be seen bathing along the river banks, as can buffalos, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and vervet monkeys. Click here to view mountain gorilla trekking safaris.

Ishasha wilderness camp is located within the riverine forest, and each of the camp’s tent-designed rooms has its own private verandah that is comfortably furnished and overlooks the river. Each tent has large mosquito-netted beds, and all the rooms have hot "bush" showers, constantly running water, and a flushing toilet.Click here to see our recommended mountain gorilla trekking tour.

Ishasha wilderness camp's thatched central lounge and dining sector provide a comfortable setting with the best views when the weather is suitable while people enjoy their meals and relaxation, although, in the evening, the camp’s outdoor campfire is the most enjoyable area for guests as they share their day’s experiences.

Ishasha wilderness camp Meals are prepared using fresh local ingredients that offer a balance of international and local flavors, with all meals consisting of several delicious courses. And the bar has both local and imported beverages; hot beverages are always available throughout the day on a self-service basis.

There are many activities to be done in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda, such as game drives, chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge or in Kalinzu forest, nature walks, and community visits.

Game drives

Tourists can participate in the Queen Elizabeth National Park to see elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, antelopes, and other wildlife on game drives in the Ishasha sector, like the tree-climbing lions.

Boat safari on the Kazinga Channel 

Enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga channel of Queen Elizabeth National Park; a trip on this channel takes travelers to see aquatic life such as a school of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, antelopes, and many bird species along the banks of Kazinga channel. 

Nature walks

Tourists can explore the Ishasha River area on a short guided walk with an experienced guide taking you within the trekking trails. Along the way, you will spot some animals, including elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, Uganda kob, and bird species such as the Narina Trogon and Black Bee-eaters.

Community visits 

Ishasha-Ntungwe River Camp is strategically located, which can be a perfect starting point for local farming communities surviving near Queen Elizabeth National Park. Explore famous places like the Ishasha Community Uplift Project.

Chimpanzee trekking 

Tourists to Queen Elizabeth National Park can engage in chimpanzee trekking in the Kyambura Gorge forest reserve, which is much cheaper than trekking chimpanzees in Kibale Forest National Park. While tracking chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge, you can easily spot other primate species such as red-tailed monkeys, olive baboons, black-and-white colobus, and vervet monkeys.

Gorilla trekking 

Take a gorilla trekking safari in the nearby Ruhija sector or Buhoma sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park; gorilla trekking permits cost $800 per tourist for an hour, although you are guaranteed to spot them.

The best time to explore Queen Elizabeth National Park for wildlife spotting and chimpanzee tracking is from June to September and December to February, although game watching and wildlife safaris can be done all year round. Queen Elizabeth National Park is located on the rift valley floor.