Lavushi Manda National Park
Park National park in Muchinga protecting wetlands and wildlife
Remote Zambian park of dambos and miombo woodland in Muchinga Province; attracts birdwatchers and visitors on walking safaris during the dry season.
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How to Get to Lavushi Manda National Park #
Lavushi Manda is accessed by road from the town of Mansa (Northern Province) or from Chinsali and Mpika via regional roads; distances can be long and surfaces variable. Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended. There is no scheduled public transport directly into the park; arrange transfers through tour operators or local authorities.
Tips for Visiting Lavushi Manda National Park #
- Hire a local guide-trackfinding in Lavushi Manda's miombo woodlands is easier with someone familiar with seasonal waterholes.
- Bring plenty of water and a reliable insect repellent; some tracks are remote and shade is sparse.
- Plan for the dry season (May-October) for the best wildlife viewing-animals concentrate at remaining water sources.
Best Time to Visit Lavushi Manda National Park #
Visit during the dry season (May-October) for reliable wildlife sightings and better road conditions.
Weather & Climate near Lavushi Manda National Park #
Lavushi Manda National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in October) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 9°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1078 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (266 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (242 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (169 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (250 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
