Kafue National Park
Why we like it
Second largest park in Africa; Close to Victoria Falls; Exceptional birding and game-viewing
Facts & Figures
| Park / Reserve Size: | 22 400 sq km |
| Reserve Type: | National Park |
| Big 5: | No |
| Specialist Specie: | Lion |
| Malaria Area: | Yes |
| Nearest Town: | Mumbwa |
Accommodation in Kafue National Park
Busanga Bush Camp, Kafue
Busanga Bush Camp lies in the heart of the Busanga Plains, a vast mosaic of expansive grassy seasonal floodplains that extend to the horizon. When the mist rises off the floodplains as they dry up in winter, incredible sunrises and sunsets are experienced here, while the floodplains and dambos teem with wildlife and birds. Hidden on a tree-island of sycamore…
Busanga Plains Camp, Kafue
Busanga Plains Camp is a seasonal (dry season) bush camp, located on the renowned Busanga Plains of Zambia’s Kafue National Park. The camp is set on a small palm tree island amidst the remote northern wetland plains. Getting to the camp is a safari adventure in itself, as guests travel through the wilderness of Kafue National Park, which is one…
Fig Tree Bush Camp, Kafue
Fig Tree Bush Camp is a luxury bush camp found in Zambia in a remote part of Kafue National Park. The camp is named for a massive fig tree that is situated in the middle of the camp. It is located on the dry banks of the Shishamba River, and consists of luxury safari tents that are perched on platforms…
Tours and Activities in Kafue National Park
4-Day Kafue Canoe Trail
On this 4-day canoe trail through Zambia's Kafue National Park, explore the most magnificent stretch of the Kafue river. This is Zambia's largest National Park. Experience wildlife, game drives and walks: remote and exclusive, you will feel like you are alone in paradise. Enjoy the peace and solitude of the Kafue River, gliding past riverine forest, birdlife and wildlife. Add…
Best of Zambia – East to West Tour
Looking to see all the natural splendour of Zambia? This safari tour from 'East to West' in Zambia includes the highlights of Zambia's pristine National Parks. We will spend four days in South Luangwa National Park, visit the famous Kafue National Park and carry on to the remote Liuwa Plains National Park, one of Africa's last true wilderness areas. Mosi-oa-Tunya…
Kafue 4-Day Mobile Camping Safari
This exciting safari tour visits Kafue National Park in Zambia for an unforgettable safari adventure. Kafue National Park is the largest park in Zambia and is home to a wide range of species, including the biggest diversity of antelope species of any park in Africa. You will also have the chance to see lion, elephant, cheetah, buffalo, and hippo, among…
Lookout for
Red Lechwe
Puku
Elephant
Hippo
Lion
Leopard
Cheetah
Spotted Hyena
African Wild Dog
Buffalo
Giraffe
Kudu
Wildebeest
Zebra
Impala
Sable Antelope
Roan Antelope
Waterbuck
Warthog
Baboon
Crocodile
Key Species
MAMMALS
Lion
Cheetah
Elephant
BRIDS
Black-cheeked Lovebird
Racket Tailed Roller
Arnots Chat
Pels Fishing Owl
Bohms Bee-eater
REPTILES
Nile Crocodile
Water Monitor
Leopard Tortoise
TREES
Jackalberry
Candelabra Tree
Miombo Woodland
HABITAT TYPES
Miombo Woodland
Riverine
Wetland
Open Plains
Wildlife Ratings
| Big 5: | 8.5 |
| Mammals: | 9 |
| Birds: | 9.5 |
| Reptiles: | 8 |
| Trees: | 8 |
