Banded Mongoose Tracking in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Follow a habituated family of banded mongooses at dawn on foot.
The mongoose experience in Queen Elizabeth National Park lets you walk with a habituated group of banded mongooses as they forage near the Mweya area. It is a short, low-effort activity suited to families and keen photographers. Queen Elizabeth National Park also offers Kazinga Channel boat trips and game drives.
See the wider Uganda wildlife authority tariff guide for every fee, and the permit price notice for 2027 changes.
At a glance
- Park: Queen Elizabeth
- Fee: $30 FNR, $25 FR, UGX 30,000 EAC
- Best time: Early morning
Fees and Rates
| Activity | FNR | FR | EAC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mongoose tracking (per person) | $30 | $25 | UGX 30,000 |
About these rates. UWA states that tariff fees are subject to change without prior notice. FNR = foreign non-resident, FR = foreign resident, ROA = rest of Africa, EAC = citizen of an East African Community member state (paid in UGX). Source: Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) Conservation Tariff July 2024 to June 2026 and UWA letter ref. TDO 93/04 dated 26 February 2026.
What to Expect
Groups are small and led by a UWA ranger. The activity usually takes place in the early morning when the mongooses leave their den. Wear closed shoes and bring a camera.
Planning Tips
- Combine with a Kazinga Channel launch cruise on the same day.
- Park entrance is charged separately; see entrance fees.
Where This Fits in a Uganda Itinerary
Queen Elizabeth National Park in western Uganda combines open savannah, the Kazinga Channel, crater lakes and the Ishasha sector, which is known for tree-climbing lions. It is a popular stop between Kibale and Bwindi, so activities here are often added to a game drive and launch cruise.
It is short and early, so it fits before breakfast and leaves the rest of the day for a game drive or a Kazinga Channel cruise. Whatever you choose, build days around travel time: driving distances between the parks are long, and early starts are normal on a Uganda safari. If you are comparing destinations, start with Uganda's national parks and our Uganda safaris and tours.
Nearby Destinations, Tours and Guides
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
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