The birthplace of the walking safari and one of Africa's greatest wildlife sanctuaries — legendary for leopards, wild dogs, and raw bush experiences along the Luangwa River.
June to October for prime game viewing. August to October for peak walking safari season when the bush is driest and animals most concentrated. September to November for the spectacular carmine bee-eater nesting colonies along the river banks. Most camps close January to April.
Mid-range bush camps $200-500/night. Luxury camps (Chinzombo, Mfuwe Lodge, Robin Pope properties) $600-1,500/night all-inclusive. Budget lodges in Mfuwe village from $50-150/night. Walking safari supplements $50-100/person/day. Night drives typically included in camp rates.
Proflight Zambia flies Lusaka to Mfuwe (1.5 hours) daily. Road from Lusaka takes 6-7 hours on good tarmac to Chipata, then 1.5 hours on gravel to Mfuwe. Most camps arrange airport transfers. Self-drive is possible but a 4x4 is essential within the park.
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