Introducing Lower Zambezi National Park
Zambia’s newest national park (admission US$20; 6am-6pm) covers 4092 sq km along the northwestern bank of the Zambezi River, opposite the Mana Pools National Park in Zimbabwe. Overlooked for many years, this is now one of Zambia’s premier parks, with a beautiful flood plain alongside the river, dotted with acacias and other large trees, and flanked by a steep escarpment on the northern side, covered with thick miombo woodland.
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The best wildlife viewing is on the flood plain and along the river itself, so boat rides are a major feature of all camps and lodges. Seeing groups of elephant swim across the river could be the highlight of your trip.
The main entrance is at Chongwe Gate along the southwestern boundary, though there are gates along the northern and eastern boundaries for hardy travellers.
Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
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