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Zambezi National Park

A real wildlife park on the edge of town, with elephant, buffalo and sable along the upper Zambezi.

COUNTRY

Zimbabwe

SIZE

~56,000 hectares

FROM VICTORIA FALLS

~5 km upstream of town

KNOWN FOR

Sable antelope, riverside drives

Where is Zambezi National Park?

Zambezi National Park is in north-western Zimbabwe. It starts about 5 km upstream of Victoria Falls town and stretches roughly 40 km along the south bank of the Zambezi River towards Kazungula and the Botswana border.

What you'll see

The park has two loops: a riverine drive through mahogany and acacia along the Zambezi, and an inland route through teak woodland and open vleis. Elephant, buffalo, giraffe, kudu, waterbuck and warthog are regular, and the park is known for sable antelope. Lion and leopard are present but seen less often. River lodges along the Zambezi also offer walks and fishing.

What to see and do

Best time to visit Zambezi National Park

The dry season, July to October, brings wildlife to the river and thins the bush for easier sightings. The green season (December to March) is lush and full of birdlife.

How to get there from Victoria Falls

It’s a 10-minute drive from Victoria Falls town, and our game drives collect you from your hotel.

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Zambezi National Park: questions answered

Is Zambezi National Park worth visiting?

Yes, if you’re short on time. It’s the closest real safari to Victoria Falls. For bigger concentrations of wildlife, add Chobe or Hwange.

Can you see the Big Five in Zambezi National Park?

Elephant, buffalo, lion and leopard are present. Rhino isn’t usually seen. Sightings of the big cats are less frequent than in Chobe or Hwange.

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Zambezi National Park

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Tours to Zambezi National Park

6 days

6 Day Victoria Falls & Hwange Safari

Zimbabwe’s two headline acts: the Falls, then three nights of game drives in vast, wild Hwange National Park.

Victoria Falls · Hwange National Park

Budget to premium

Safari & Wildlife

Game Drive in Zambezi National Park

Classic open-vehicle game viewing along the Zambezi River, just minutes from Victoria Falls town.

⏱ About 3 hours

From $83

Safari & Wildlife

Horseback Safari

Ride quietly through the bush, where animals see a horse, not a human, and let you come closer.

⏱ 2–3 hours

From $171

Safari & Wildlife

Private Reserve Game Drive

A more exclusive game drive on a private reserve, with small groups and a flexible guide.

⏱ About 3 hours

From $159

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