Other National Parks in Zambia

North Luangwa National Park

The northern brother of South Luangwa National Park has just as spectacular wildlife, but it is not open to the public and has no lodges. Tour operators offer walking safaris into 46,000 square kilometres of untamed wilderness. This is as close as you will get to pre-colonial African wildlife.

Lochinvar National Park

Lochnivar is a fairly small but accessible park. The seasonally flooded Chunga Lagoon attracts more than 400 bird species. You also find Kafue lechwe, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest and kudu.

Nyika Plateau National Park

The larger part of Nyika National Park actually lies in Malawi. However the highland area in the very Nort-East of Zambia is still stunningly beautiful. The panoramic views along with the colourful flora and birdlife create an awe-inspiring visual experience.

Sioma Ngwezi National Park

Undeveloped and rarely visited Sioma Ngwezi National Park offers large herds of elephants and endangered species like roan and sable antelope as well as wild dogs and cheetah.

Kasanka National Park

This park is privately managed and the asset benefits the local environment and community. Come here to see the elusive sitatunga antelope or migratory fruit bats in November and December. The park also has good bird watching and fishing. The lodges in the park arrange canoeing trips and bush walks.

Bangweulu Floodplains

This seasonally flooded area has some vibrant birdlife. 400 species have been spotted in this area and the rare shoebill stork is a favourite among birders. The Bangweulu Wetlands are also known for the black lechwe, a rare antelope that roams the wetlands in herds.

Liuwa Plain National Park

This park close to the Angolan border offers untouched and uncrowded wilderness. Despite the long drives between game views this park is well worth a visit as the annual wildebeest migration offers a spectacular experience. Large herds of wildebeest journey to the Liuwa Plains in November and are joined by zebra. You will also find lions and wild dogs hunting in the open plains.

Mosi-o-Tunya

The tiny park situated directly next to the Victoria Falls offers a large variety of herbivores. You can drive through the park in a few hours, but if you want to experience African wildlife there are better places to go.

Blue lagoon National Park

The Blue Lagoon National Park was only recently opened to the public and has yet to be discovered by the masses. The vast plains flood in the rainy season and attract many migratory birds, making a paradise for the avid birder. The park is also home to the lechwe antelope.