Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
Ishasha
Savanna in the south of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions that rest on fig branches. It is a classic detour on the northward route from Bwindi.
Lions in Ishasha are known for lying in the branches of large fig trees to nap in the afternoon, a sight found in very few places in Africa. The area also has many Uganda kob, buffalo, elephants, and topi. It is about 2 to 3 hours north of Buhoma, and visitors usually take a half-day game drive on the road between Bwindi and the main section of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Queen Elizabeth National Park entrance fees apply. It is best to hire a car with a guide. Lion sightings are unpredictable and cannot be guaranteed.
Opening hours
about 07:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Buhoma Sector
- Batwa Cultural Experience
- Munyaga River Waterfall Trail
- Ruhija Sector
- Ivi River Trail (Buhoma–Nkuringo)
- Mubwindi Swamp Trail
- Nkuringo Sector
- Rushaga Sector & Gorilla Habituation Experience