Lusaka National Park National Park

Address: Lusaka National Park, Lusaka Province, Zambia (approx. 25 km southeast of Lusaka city centre)

Hours: Daily 6:00am-6:00pm

Admission: ZMW 0-50 for vehicle entrance (fees may vary); guided activities extra

Lusaka National Park is a protected area on the outskirts of Zambia’s capital, established to provide nearby wildlife habitat and tourism opportunity for Lusaka Province. The park was developed in the 2010s as a conservation and recreation area close to the city.

The park contains reintroduced and resident plains-game species and is set up for short wildlife drives and day visits rather than long backcountry safaris. Facilities are modest and planned to support eco-tourism and education for visitors from Lusaka and its environs.

The park lies within Lusaka Province on the outskirts of Lusaka city, providing the capital region with accessible protected country and wildlife viewing close to urban areas.

• Size and proximity: Covers roughly 6,500 hectares, making it the closest national park to Zambia’s capital and suitable for day visits from Lusaka.

Lusaka National Park lies roughly 20-30 km southeast of Lusaka city centre and is most easily reached by car via the Great East Road (T4) and then the Lusaka-Mpika road; travel time is about 30-60 minutes depending on start point and traffic. Several tour operators in Lusaka offer half-day or full-day visits.

• Go early morning for the best wildlife sightings - common species include impala, zebra, giraffe and various antelope.
• Combine a visit with a trip to the nearby Lusaka city attractions; many operators offer half-day safaris that fit into a city schedule.
• Bring sun protection and binoculars; game drives on the park's network of tracks are the most practical way to see animals.