- Zambia
- 22,400 km² (2,240,000 hectares) — Zambia's largest and oldest park.
- 1950 (first proclaimed in 1924 as a reserve)
- North-Western, Central, and Southern Provinces
- Incredible antelope diversity (21 species); home to tree-climbing lions and the largest population of African wild dogs in Africa.
- High risk; prophylaxis is strongly recommended.
- ~14°23′S 26°09′E
- Unfenced; surrounded by extensive Game Management Areas (GMAs).
- Vast floodplains (Busanga), riverine forests along the Kafue River, and dense Miombo woodland.
- June–October for the central/southern sectors; July–October for the Busanga Plains (accessible only when dry).
Kafue is a wilderness of staggering proportions, roughly the size of Wales. It is the "undiscovered" gem of Zambia, offering a variety of biomes that few other parks can match. From the watery, mist-covered floodplains of the north to the rugged woodlands of the south, it is a destination for the true safari connoisseur seeking solitude and biodiversity.
- Hook Bridge (Central), Dundumwezi (South), Nalusanga (East), Tateyoyo (West).
- Used for central and northern lodges. Proflight Zambia operates scheduled flights to Chunga.
- Direct access to the northern floodplains.
- * ~3.5–4 hours via the M9 (Mongu Road) to the central Hook Bridge area.
- ~3 hours to the southern Dundumwezi Gate.
- The "Spinal Road" connects north to south, but many tracks (especially in Busanga) are impassable and closed during the rains.
- One of the few places in Zambia where cheetah are regularly seen, particularly on the open plains.
- Kafue holds the continent's largest population of this endangered predator.
- Famous for their size and their habit of climbing trees to escape insects or find a breeze.
- Thousands of these water-loving antelopes congregate on the floodplains, providing a feast for predators.
Cold mornings, hot afternoons
Best for predators; the only time the northern Busanga Plains are accessible.
Lush landscapes; central park is accessible but tracking is harder due to tall grass.
Incredible birding (Pel's Fishing Owl); many remote camps close; focus moves to central/river camps.