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.
Highlights
Witness an extraordinary range of wildlife on fascinating morning and late afternoon game drives accompanied by extremely knowledgeable guides
Take a leisurely cruise along a river, looking out for wildlife on the banks as you slip quietly by
There are over 500 species of bird to look out for and add to your birding list here, so don’t forget the binoculars
Emily Wallington
Travel Designer
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
Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Kafue National Park
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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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We recently returned from a trip to South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Zambia booked through Jacada Travel. From the initial stages of planning through to following up with us at the end of our vacation, Jacada went above and beyond our expectations with personalized service. Jamie and Eugenia, our travel designer and concierge respectively, took our ideas and preferences and ran…
We have just returned from a wonderful holiday...the absolute best! Starting at the Victoria Falls, viewing from both the Zambian and Zimbabwean sides and topped it off with a view from above (helicopter).....was stunning! We then went onto Botswana staying at both Selinda and Mombo Camps....both camps were outstanding! Accomodation, food, game drives, guides and the 'team' on the ground…
Jacada is beyond incredible and we look forward to planning future adventures with them. Our experience was flawless from beginning to end. Iain listened to our dream trip ideas and came up with a bucket list itinerary to Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. James took over and guided us with his amazing care til departure. Such peace during our travels…
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