Wildlife at Kidepo Valley National Park
12 wildlife species confirmed at Kidepo Valley National Park by Huko Safaris' own guides, each with its own page covering where and when to see it.
- Species Confirmed
- 12
- Best Time to Visit
- September - March. Peak: Dec - Feb
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Local expert: Enoch
Cheetah
Kidepo Valley National Park
Scarce
Aardwolf
Kidepo Valley National Park
Not typically seen
Rothschild's Giraffe
Kidepo Valley National Park
Common
African Cape Buffalo
Kidepo Valley National Park
Common
Leopard
Kidepo Valley National Park
Scarce
African Bush Elephant
Kidepo Valley National Park
CommonCommon Ostrich
Kidepo Valley National Park
Scarce
Striped Hyena
Kidepo Valley National Park
Not typically seen
Caracal
Kidepo Valley National Park
Not typically seen
African Lion
Kidepo Valley National Park
Common
Burchell's Zebra
Kidepo Valley National Park
Common
Bat-eared Fox
Kidepo Valley National Park
Not typically seenFrom our team
Clients always ask if the long trip north is worth it. Our answer is a definitive yes. Kidepo offers a profound, untouched wilderness you won't find in Uganda’s western parks, featuring endemic species like cheetahs and ostriches without any of the tourist crowds. Our insider tip: We highly recommend booking a domestic flight straight there; it bypasses the long drive and drops you directly into one of Africa's most exclusive, private wildlife spectacles.
— Enoch, Huko Safaris