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Kafue National Park

Luxury Safaris in Kafue National Park made for you

Zambia's oldest and largest national park

Unusual game viewing away from the crowds

Found in the centre of western Zambia, best accessed from Lusaka, is the vast, virgin wilderness of Kafue National Park. Much more rugged than Luangwa or the Zambezi, and regardless of its prominent setting, Kafue is not infiltrated with tourists. Instead, this wildlife prolific park remains largely untouched with a whopping range of habitats and thus, animals too.

From open plains to wooded areas to the broad Kafue River, this flora and fauna paradise boasts a truly impressive array of sightings, including packs of the elusive wild dog, pods of hippo and numerous big cats and ungulate.

However, such a variety of habitats also leads to more unusual game viewing. Curious creatures such as the honey badger, otter, mongoose and bush baby can all be spotted here. Meanwhile endless hours are spent birdwatching with over 500 bird species calling this Park home.

  • Luftaufnahme des Kafue Nationalpark mit Fluss, Savannen- und Waldbereichen
  • Wattled crane (Bugeranus carunculatus). Wildlife animal.

From our experts

Experiences picked by our Kafue National Park specialists

Game drive at dawn and dusk with expert guides

Witness an extraordinary range of wildlife on fascinating morning and late afternoon game drives accompanied by extremely knowledgeable guides

Spot wildlife from the water

Take a leisurely cruise along a river, looking out for wildlife on the banks as you slip quietly by

Tick off Kafue's 500-plus bird species

There are over 500 species of bird to look out for and add to your birding list here, so don’t forget the binoculars

A word from one of our experts

Kafue National Park a wildlife lover's paradise, teeming with elephants, lions, leopards, and countless birds - you won't know where to look first! The park's breathtaking landscapes, from lush river forests to wide-open savannahs, make it a dream spot for nature photography and adventure seekers.

Emily Wallington Senior Travel Designer

Luxury accommodation in Kafue National Park

There are many incredible places to stay in Kafue National Park. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

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When to visit

The dry season in Zambia’s national parks is from April to October and is prime game viewing time. The rains fall between December and March which makes some parks harder to access. Victoria Falls are spectacular all year round.

Best time for Safari

April–October

Green Season

December–March

Victoria Falls in full flow

April–October

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