Founded as a game reserve in 1938, this remote 4,636km² tract of land was re-gazetted to become a national park in 1972. The North Luangwa protected ecosystem has now grown to over 22,000km² of virtually untouched landscapes, with the National Park at its heart.
The ecosystem is home to a unique and diverse species community and is one of the last large undisturbed regions in central Africa. As the only in park Zambia boasting the Big 5, it offers one of the most spectacular settings for game viewing experiences in Zambia, if not the entire continent.
: North Luangwa is known for its walking safaris, allowing visitors to experience the wilderness on foot. Walking safaris provide a more intimate and immersive experience, offering the chance to track animals, learn about tracks and signs, and appreciate the smaller details of the ecosystem.
The park is home to a diverse range of bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. Guided birding walks or drives provide enthusiasts with the opportunity to spot and identify a variety of birds.
With its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife, North Luangwa National Park is a great destination for photography enthusiasts.
Game viewing in the North Luangwa is exciting and includes huge herds of buffalo (sometimes up to 1000-strong), a feature of the park. Zebra, Impala, Cookson’s wildebeest and puku are common and preyed on by all the big predators including lion, leopard, hyena and some wild dogs. It’s possible to find the rare Lichtenstein’s hartebeest near the Muchinga Escarpment
