The Zambezi Basin, which encompasses almost the whole country except for the northern half of the northern region, has received a major funding boost from Climate Investment Funds (CIF), which is co-ordinated by the African Development Bank and World Bank. [...]
Kafue – Africa’s second largest national park at 22 400km² / 13 900mi² - is reaping the benefits of the co-management agreement between the Zambian government and African Parks. Set up in 2022 to protect biodiversity, strengthen community development and increase revenue [...]
Zambia is unique among Southern Africa’s safari destinations in that many lodges and camps still close for all or part of the summer rainy season from November onwards. With wildlife dispersing and some roads not being passable, this is the [...]
A unique safari focused on the conservation of big cats and other predators will be held in November 2024 for wildlife enthusiasts who want to understand what goes into preserving these powerful animals in their natural habitats. Organised by Green [...]
KaingU Safari Lodge, nestled on a spectacular and remote stretch of the Kafue River just opposite Kafue National Park, is perfectly positioned for wildlife enthusiasts. This riverside location offers an exceptional experience that combines comfort with the raw beauty of [...]
Nestled in the northern region of Kafue National Park, McBride's Camp offers an unforgettable safari experience. Our recent three-night stay at this remarkable camp was filled with unique adventures and top-notch wildlife sightings. The Journey In: A New Road to [...]
Dry season is proving productive in Kafue National Park with plenty of new arrivals and exciting sightings. First on the list is a herd of 400 Kafue lechwe (Kobus leche kafuensis) that were released around Lake Itezhi-Tezhi. Kafue lechwe are [...]
TheKafueWild is open! Register for the 21km or 10km trail run through Kafue National Park running alongside rangers competing in the Wildlife Ranger Challenge. This is exciting fundraiser takes place on 21 September 2024 and is a great way of [...]
Proflight Zambia – through Procharter – is offering a thrice weekly service to Kafue National Park until 31 October 2024 to offer guests a seamless transfer from Lusaka over high season. The timings allow safari lovers the option of enjoying [...]
A devastating fire in 2023 proved to be the catalyst for a fresh start and an exciting new chapter at Ila Safari Lodge in Kafue National Park. After the heart-breaking destruction of the old boma and some communal areas, the [...]
Chisa Busanga, arguably one of the most unusual camps in Zambia, will be opening on 1 May 2024 rather than 1 June thanks to favourable conditions in Kafue National Park. With more drier ground available earlier than usual, guests will [...]
Trail runners should mark Saturday 21 September on their calendars as the day to be at the starting line of the KafueWild race in Kafue National Park. A joint effort between the Department of National Parks and Wildlife, African Parks, [...]
Reaching Kafue National Park has always been a little tricky, with self-drivers needing complex directions to reach this beautiful, highly rewarding conservation area. For peak season of 2024, Proflight Zambia is once more connecting Kafue with Lusaka three times a [...]
With 26 known denning packs and over 400 dogs, the Zambia Carnivore Programme has had its work cut for it this denning season. Wild dogs generally give put in around May and June and raise their pups in secluded dens [...]
Will you be part of just a handful of trail runners to take part in the exclusive inaugural Kafue Wild? This 21km / 10km race has been opened for the first time after informal trials in 2021 and 2022 with [...]
In case you missed it, on 1 July 2022 African Parks signed a twenty-year agreement with the Government of Zambia for the management of Kafue National Park. This agreement follows the successful conclusion of a 16-month Priority Support Plan (PSP), [...]
Located in Zambia's largest and most established national park, Mukambi Safaris offers a variety of safari accommodation options from which visitors can explore the vast, unspoilt wilderness of Kafue... Images supplied by Mukambi Safaris and Wild Travel Media [...]
Image by Frank Weitzer "The future's brighter for Kafue!" says Libby, the owner of Kasabushi Camp, as she and her husband Andy continue to welcome guests to their home in this enchanted, undiscovered part of Zambia. Since the [...]
Jeffery & McKeith Safaris are a small, owner run safari company based in the Kafue National Park. Thanks to the vastness of the Kafue and the remoteness of both Musekese and Ntemwa-Busanga, you will have an experience unlike any other [...]
Wildlife conservation is not only saving endangered species from extinction but allowing a thriving future for humanity. Kafue National Park (KNP) is celebrating the launch of the game-changing Musekese Conservation. Exciting news and a step forward for conservation efforts, thanks [...]
