Established
1950
Size
22,400 km²
Elevation
900–1,300 m
Ecosystem
Miombo Woodland, Busanga Floodplains
Best Time
June – October
Entry Fee
$20 per adult/day
About Kafue National Park
Kafue National Park is Zambia's largest and oldest national park — a vast 22,400 km² wilderness (roughly the size of Wales) that remains one of Africa's most undiscovered safari gems. The park's crown jewel is the Busanga Plains, a seasonally flooded grassland that attracts extraordinary wildlife concentrations during the dry season, including large lion prides, cheetah, and vast herds of lechwe antelope. Despite its enormous size and exceptional wildlife, Kafue receives a fraction of the visitors that flock to South Luangwa, offering a genuinely exclusive wilderness experience.
What Makes It Special
Zambia's largest park
Busanga Plains lion prides
Virtually no tourists
Exceptional cheetah sightings
Red lechwe herds
Wildlife & Species
Things to Do
Best Time to Visit
Peak Season
Best wildlife viewing
JulAugSepOct
Shoulder Season
Fewer crowds, good value
JunNov
Green Season
Lush landscapes, birding
DecJanFebMarAprMay
Where to Stay
Busanga Bush Camp
LuxurySeasonal camp in the heart of the Busanga Plains with exceptional lion and cheetah viewing.
From $800/night / night
Shumba Camp
Ultra-LuxuryWilderness Safaris flagship on the Busanga Plains with elevated tented suites.
From $1,200/night / night
Mayukuyuku Bush Camp
Mid-RangeRiverside camp in the central Kafue with boat and game drive safaris.
From $250/night / night
Safari Packages
5-Day Kafue Busanga Plains Safari
Exclusive access to the Busanga Plains with large lion prides and cheetah
7-Day Kafue Grand Safari
Explore the northern and southern sections of Zambia's vast wilderness