Best National Parks in Zambia

Top-rated parks based on 37 park ratings across 10 categories. Zambia's parks score highest in Tranquility (74/100).

37 Total Parks
37 Rated
Avg Score: 51/100
Mosi-oa-Tunya
#171/100

Mosi-oa-Tunya

National Park · Southern Province

Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park is home to the spectacular Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The park features constant spray

Top 15 Parks in Zambia

1
Mosi-oa-Tunya
National Park · Southern Province
712
South Luangwa
National Park · Eastern Province
633
Lower Zambezi
National Park · Lusaka Province
624
North Luangwa
National Park · Muchinga Province
625
Kafue
National Park · Central Province
596
Kasanka
National Park · Central Province
597
Nsumbu
National Park · Northern Province
598
Lochinvar
National Park · Southern Province
569
Nyika
National Park · Muchinga Province
5610
Liuwa Plain
National Park · Western Province
5511
Bangweulu Wetlands
Game Management Area · Northern Province
5412
Luambe
National Park · Eastern Province
5413
Lukusuzi
National Park · Eastern Province
5414
Lusenga Plain
National Park · Luapula Province
5415
Lupande
Game Management Area · Eastern Province
53

Category Winners

#1
Mosi-oa-TunyaSouthern Province
90#2
Lower ZambeziLusaka Province
78#3
NsumbuNorthern Province
75#4
North LuangwaMuchinga Province
72#5
South LuangwaEastern Province
72

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best national park in Zambia?

Based on our 10-category rating system, Mosi-oa-Tunya is the highest-rated park in Zambia with a score of 71/100. It is followed by South Luangwa (63/100) and Lower Zambezi (62/100).

How many national parks does Zambia have?

Zambia has 37 protected areas in our database, of which 37 have been rated across 10 categories.

What are Zambia's parks best known for?

Parks in Zambia score highest in Tranquility with an average score of 74/100. The top park for tranquility is West Lunga (95/100).

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