Lukusuzi National Park
Park Remote Zambian park protecting miombo woodland wildlife
A remote Zambian park in the Luangwa region characterized by miombo woodland; visited for walking safaris and sightings of elephants and antelope.
How to Get to Lukusuzi National Park #
Lukusuzi is remote; access is usually via Chipata (nearest major town), then by graded gravel roads into the park. Professional operators from Chipata or Lusaka can arrange transfers and guided safaris; a high-clearance 4x4 is advisable.
Tips for Visiting Lukusuzi National Park #
- The park is remote - arrange a guided safari through Lusaka or Chipata operators with permits.
- Bring malaria prophylaxis and confirm current vaccination recommendations before travel.
- Road access can be difficult after rains; a 4x4 vehicle is strongly recommended.
Best Time to Visit Lukusuzi National Park #
Best time: May-October (dry season) for reliable game viewing and access.
Weather & Climate near Lukusuzi National Park #
Lukusuzi National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in October) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 11°C to 33°C. Moderate rainfall (920 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (222 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (196 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (197 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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