Cameia National Park
Park Angolan park of seasonal wetlands and savanna wildlife
Cameia National Park in Moxico Province preserves seasonal wetlands and savanna landscapes. Visitors seek birdwatching, fishing and remote wildlife encounters during low‑water seasons.
Cameia National Park is a protected area in Moxico Province in eastern Angola that conserves seasonally flooded plains, shallow lakes and surrounding miombo woodland. The two prominent shallow lakes in the area are focal points for wildlife and local livelihoods.
The landscape includes expansive floodplain grasslands seasonally inundated, shallow lakes and patches of miombo woodland that support waterbirds, aquatic life and large herbivores where present. Birdwatching, observing wetland ecology and seeing extensive floodplain scenery are principal attractions for visitors who reach the park.
Originally set aside as a conservation unit under Angola’s system of protected areas, the park’s management and accessibility have varied with national circumstances; it remains recognized for its wetland and woodland values.
The park lies in eastern Angola’s Moxico Province, forming part of a broad inland plain crossed by seasonal waterways and containing shallow lakes within the regional floodplain.
- Wetland and woodland systems: The park protects seasonally flooded plains and miombo woodland characteristic of eastern Angola, with lakes that attract waterbirds and local fisheries.
What to See #
- Lago Cameia: Lago Cameia - a shallow lake central to the park's seasonal floodplain system and important for waterbirds and fisheries.
- Lago Dilolo: Lago Dilolo - a larger shallow lake near the park that forms part of the wetland complex and supports abundant birdlife during the wet season.
Tips for Visiting Cameia National Park #
- Visit during the dry season (approximately May-October) when roads are more reliable and wildlife is concentrated near permanent water, making game easier to spot.
- Use a 4x4 and local guide-Cameia is remote, track conditions change with the rains, and local operators know where wildlife and seasonal lagoons are most accessible.
- Confirm permissions and logistics in advance with local authorities or lodges; services and formal visitor infrastructure are limited, so organized arrangements are essential.
Best Time to Visit Cameia National Park #
Best during the May-October dry season for wildlife viewing and more reliable access.
Weather & Climate near Cameia National Park #
Cameia National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with warm summers (peaking in October) and mild winters (coldest in June). Temperatures range from 8°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1228 mm/year), wettest in March with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (214 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (194 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (219 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is the coolest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 8°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 28°C and lows of 8°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (219 mm) and mostly overcast skies.