Maramagambo Forest and Bat Cave in Queen Elizabeth: Forest Walk and Python Cave
A forest walk to a cave full of bats, with pythons often hidden in the rocks.
Maramagambo Forest lies in the south-east of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Guided walks lead to a cave with a large colony of fruit bats, and often to a crater lake. Primates and forest birds can be seen along the trail.
It makes a half-day activity for a wet day or between game drives. See Queen Elizabeth and nature walks.
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At a glance
- Area: South-east Queen Elizabeth
- Highlights: Bat cave, crater lake
- Duration: Half day
- Guide: UWA ranger
What to Expect
The forest is shady and humid. Trails can be slippery after rain.
Tips
Wear closed shoes and avoid strong perfume near the bats.
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Forest Walk and Bat Cave
Maramagambo Forest in Queen Elizabeth is a groundwater forest with big trees, crater lakes and monkeys. A guided walk leads to a cave inhabited by bats and a python, and to a lake in a crater. The forest is cool and quiet compared to the savannah.
Tips
Wear closed shoes and bring a torch. See Mweya Peninsula, Katwe craters and lodges in Queen Elizabeth.
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