Kidepo Valley National Park is undoubtedly one of the tourist favorite destinations in Uganda. A self-drive road trip to Kidepo offers both challenge and adventure only Uganda can offer. Located in the far Northeastern corner of Uganda, Kidepo National park offers untamed wilderness and captivating beauty.
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Its very remote location and limited accessibility contribute to its status as one of Uganda’s most secluded and virgin parks. A self-drive road trip experience will offer the most stunning adventure in Uganda.
Kidepo is bordered by South Sudan to the north and Kenya to the east. The park sprawls across expansive savannah plains, rugged mountains, and lush valleys. Without a doubt, Kedepo Valley is a pure a haven for a rich variety of wildlife. Needless to say, the very nature of landscape that attracts the wildlife here can be a bit challenging for some self-driving visitors.
The other consideration for some tourists is its proximity to South Sudan can potentially threaten some travelers for fear of an ambush. The fear is understandable but truthfully speaking, there haven’t been any such occurrences in a very long while.
Accessing Kidepo valley National park typically requires a strong 4×4 car rental. The road to the national park stretching over 550Kms is not paved for over half of the journey. The unpaved stretch can be extremely slippery during the rainy season. Your Self-Drive rental car to Kidepo valley national park should have enough horsepower to man up to the rough road conditions.
What to Expect on your Self Drive to Kidepo Valley National Park
Self Drive to Kidepo Valley National Park is truly rewarding despite the accessibility challenges. The park is home to an array of iconic African species, including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and buffalos. Kidepo has the most abundant and diverse concentration of wildlife in Uganda. Its unique ecosystem supports over 75 mammal species and an impressive 475 bird species. The Valley is a true paradise for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers.
On your self-drive safari to Kidepo Valley National Park, you will surely experience the thrill of encountering large herds of wildlife in their natural habitat. The guided game drives in the park are breathtaking and will give you an opportunity to take some of the best pictures of your life. If you like, you can also take a nature walk, and cultural interactions with the indigenous Karamojong people.
How much is renting a self-drive 4×4 to Kidepo national park?
We typically reserve the best car rentals for clients who wish to engage in Self driving to Kidepo. Our fleet for Kidepo Valley adventures includes the Prado Landcruiser TX/Tz at $70 per day and the Landcruiser v8 at $100. Both options come with a pop-up roof for better game-drive experience. We also have a fleet of Safari vans for hire with a driver to Kidepo National park.