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Kafue National Park

Zambia's Great Wilderness

Zambia's oldest and largest national park is one of Africa's last great untouched wildernesses. In its far north, the Busanga Plains flood each year, leaving behind golden grasslands where lions, cheetahs and vast herds of red lechwe roam. With very few camps, Kafue offers true exclusivity and the thrill of exploration.

EXPLORE Kafue

Vast, Wild and Uncrowded

The Busanga Plains    

As the floodwaters recede, these remote plains host lion prides, cheetahs and thousands of red lechwe and puku, framed by palm and fig tree islands.

A Giant of a Park 

Covering more than 8,600 square miles (22,400 km²), Kafue is one of Africa's largest national parks, with only a handful of camps.

Remarkable Diversity  

Kafue is home to more antelope species than almost any other park in Africa, along with leopards, wild dogs and elephants.

Unforgettable Experiences

True wilderness, shared with almost no one. 

  • Busanga Plains Game Drives

    Follow lions and cheetahs across the open floodplains.

  • Walking Safaris

    Explore the plains and woodlands on foot with an expert guide.

  • Boat Safaris

    Cruise the Kafue and Lufupa rivers in search of hippos, crocodiles and birdlife.

  • Night Drives

    Search for leopards and nocturnal species after dark.

  • Birding

    Look for wattled cranes, Pel's fishing owls and hundreds of other species.

When to visit

Kafue's camps follow the rhythm of the floods.

  • The Busanga Plains dry out and the camps open, offering the best game viewing. September and October are hot and dry.

  • The rains and floods return. The Busanga Plains are inaccessible and most camps in the north close.

Premier Stays

Remote camps on the Busanga Plains and riverside.

Busanga Plains Camps

Remote seasonal camps set in open grasslands, renowned for exceptional wildlife and predator sightings.

Riverside & Wilderness Lodges

Comfortable, well-appointed lodges offering a relaxed safari experience in beautiful natural surroundings.

Pairs Perfectly with…

Because the best safaris rarely stop at one destination.

  • Cape Town

    End among mountains, vineyards and the Atlantic Ocean. 

  • Okavango Delta

    Contrast Hwange's waterholes with Botswana's water wilderness.

  • Mana Pools

    Explore the Zambezi floodplains on foot and by canoe.

  • Hwange

    Add great elephant herds in Zimbabwe's largest national park.

  • Chobe National Park

    See elephants from the water, about an hour away.

  • South Luangwa

    Add walking safaris and leopards in the Luangwa Valley.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • June to October, when the Busanga Plains are accessible and wildlife viewing is at its best.

  • Fly by light aircraft from Lusaka or Livingstone to an airstrip near your camp.

  • We recommend three to four nights to appreciate the scale and remoteness of the park.

  • No. US citizens can visit Zambia for up to 90 days without avisa.

  • Yes, especially for those seeking exclusivity. Its remoteness makes it ideal for travelers who value space and solitude.

  • Anti-malarial medication is recommended.

  • "Beyond our expectations. Weeks later everyone is still talking about not just everything we saw and did – all of which were truly wonderful – but how everything went off without a single hitch"

    R. FISHMAN, USA

  • "African Safari nailed it! They created a once-in-a-lifetime first-class experience that wowed us. We can't stop talking about this amazing trip and sharing the photos with friends."

    NORMAN ALESI, USA

  • "This was a trip that we will remember forever and go into our memories for a lifetime. Thank you for putting this bucket list trip of a lifetime together for us! It was exceptional."

    WAYNE & DENISE RICCI, USA

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