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The Katonga National Park lies in central Uganda in the Kyenjojo and Kamwenge districts, along the Katonga River. Since September 2025 it has been a national park; previously the area had been designated as Katonga Wildlife Reserve.
Across around 207 km², wetlands, papyrus stands and open savannahs shape the park. It is home to over 40 mammal species – among them the water-loving sitatungas – and more than 150 bird species.
A special experience is canoe trips on the Katonga River; game drives and birdwatching are also possible. From Kampala it is around 280 kilometres – the park is well suited as a stopover on the way to Fort Portal or to Queen Elizabeth National Park.