Kafue National Park
Kafue National Park is one of Zambia’s oldest — and largest — national parks. It is best known for the diversity of its wildlife, with everything from elephants to crocodiles, pangolins to bushbabies living here. The sheer size of the park means it isn’t a place to tick off the Big Five in 24 hours — instead, linger a while and explore some of Africa’s lesser-known animals.
Kafue National Park
Kafue National Park's best safari parks and camps
Kafue National Park is Zambia’s largest national park, covering an area of 22,400 sq/km and stretching over three provinces; North Western, Southern and Central. It is also the oldest national park in the country, established in 1924 by conservationist Norman Carr. The park is named after the Kafue River which flows through the park for more than 250km...read more
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Kafue National Park safari and Victoria Falls
Wildlife, waterfalls and wilderness
Kafue National Park Tours
Zambezi Canoeing & Kafue National Park
Canoe, safari and boat cruise in Kafue National Park
10 daysFrom $2,991| Lower Zambezi National Park, Kafue National Park, Lusaka | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Cruise & Sailing, Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Family, Adventure, Water Sports, Canoeing, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture |
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Zambezi Canoeing & Kafue National Park
Canoe, safari and boat cruise in Kafue National Park
10 days $2,991 – $3,227 per person By Absolute Zambia Safaris| Destinations | Lower Zambezi National Park, Kafue National Park, Lusaka |
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| Activity | Cruise & Sailing, Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Family, Adventure, Water Sports, Canoeing, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
| Physical Level | Moderate |
With canoe safaris along the Zambezi River, you will see wildlife along the many river banks of Lower Zambezi National Park completing a wide range of canoeing activities.
Your last two nights will be spent in Kafue National Park giving you a complete experience with game drives, walking safaris and a boat cruise.
The guides have comprehensive expertise and knowledge of the local nature, wildlife, birds and culture as well as the local knowledge they have gathered through guiding in these areas for numerous years.
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All nights in carefully-selected, quality-assured accommodation including unique, independently-owned boutique hotels, safari camps, lodges and resorts. All accommodation can be upgraded or changed on request. |
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Guided excursions |
All trips and excursions accompanied by expert, bi-lingual guides to give you an insider’s view of Zambia Safaris and more. |
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Ground transfers |
All airport collections, hotel transfers and any other ground transfers in private or shared vehicles and comfortable minivans. |
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Internal flights |
Domestic/internal flights are included. |
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Camping equipment |
Tents and all necessary camping gear and equipment supplied. |
Zambia's Animal Kingdom
13 days safari in Kafue National Park and South Luangwa National Park
13 daysFrom $7,300| South Luangwa National Park, Kafue National Park | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Family, Adventure, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture |
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Zambia's Animal Kingdom
13 days safari in Kafue National Park and South Luangwa National Park
13 days $7,300 – $7,720 per person By Absolute Zambia Safaris| Destinations | South Luangwa National Park, Kafue National Park |
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| Activity | Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Family, Adventure, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
| Physical Level | Mild |
This itinerary is best for clients who are interested in the abundance of wildlife as it features Zambia’s top prime wildlife areas: the Kafue National Park, one of the oldest national parks in Africa, and the famous South Luangwa National park which is nicknamed as the valley of the leopard due to the high quantity of leopards in the area.
South Luangwa is also known as the home of the walking safari, you will be granted the opportunity to participate in one. Halfway through your trip you will visit the Busanga Plains, where you will be able to relax at camp and also go on guided bushwalks and game drives.
You will finish your trip in South Luangwa participating in safaris and game drives, with an additional opportunity to go on a village tour or visit the local fabric shop.
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Accommodation |
All nights in carefully-selected, quality-assured accommodation including unique, independently-owned boutique hotels, safari camps, lodges and resorts. All accommodation can be upgraded or changed on request. |
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Guided excursions |
All trips and excursions accompanied by expert, bi-lingual guides to give you an insider’s view of Zambia Safaris and more. |
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Ground transfers |
All airport collections, hotel transfers and any other ground transfers in private or shared vehicles and comfortable minivans. |
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Internal flights |
Domestic/internal flights are included. |
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Camping equipment |
Tents and all necessary camping gear and equipment supplied. |
Kafue National Park Wildlife & Scenery
Explore Kafue National Park and the Busanga Plains
10 daysFrom $3,990| Kafue National Park | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Beach, Family, Adventure, Active, Walking, Biking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture |
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Kafue National Park Wildlife & Scenery
Explore Kafue National Park and the Busanga Plains
10 days From $3,990 per person By Absolute Zambia Safaris| Destinations | Kafue National Park |
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| Activity | Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Beach, Family, Adventure, Active, Walking, Biking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
| Physical Level | Mild |
This 10-day safari, displays the beautiful Busanga Plains, with a cool river ecosystem right before your eyes. Experience the great herds and expansive views of Busanga with its rust red sunsets and prolific game and combine your encounter with a luxurious chalet on the banks of the Kafue River.
Not only does the river bring a tranquil, slow paced safari experience, but also give you a chance to enjoy our hospitality on a whole new level. If you are looking for a natural, off-the-beaten-track and authentic sensation for your African trip, then this itinerary will no doubt deliver just that for you.
Throughout the course of your trip you will have the opportunity to participate in a wild variety of activities such as game drives, bush walking & biking, a boat cruise, and more. The Busanga Plains is known for its diversity of wildlife, it is the ideal habitat for large herds of elephants, antelopes, buffalos and more. Keep an eye out for lions!
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Accommodation |
All nights in carefully-selected, quality-assured accommodation including unique, independently-owned boutique hotels, safari camps, lodges and resorts. All accommodation can be upgraded or changed on request. |
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Guided excursions |
All trips and excursions accompanied by expert, bi-lingual guides to give you an insider’s view of Zambia Safaris and more. |
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Ground transfers |
All airport collections, hotel transfers and any other ground transfers in private or shared vehicles and comfortable minivans. |
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Internal flights |
Domestic/internal flights are included. |
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Camping equipment |
Tents and all necessary camping gear and equipment supplied. |
Kafue National Park Travel Companies
Absolute Zambia Safaris
Custom safari holidays to Zambia
| Zambia | |
| Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
| Safari, Luxury, Family, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Responsible Travel |
Wild Frontiers
Safaris into East, West and Southern Africa
| East Africa, Southern Africa | |
| Custom itinerary, Small group tour, Private guided tour | |
| Safari, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Overlanding, Camping, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Indigenous Tourism, Solo Travel |
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