An ideal destination for wildlife safaris in Zambia, the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park offers unforgettable animal sightings for the entire family; here’s more on what you should know.
Introduction
‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ translates to the ‘Smoke Which Thunders’ about an attraction you will find here; Victoria Falls, the world’s largest waterfall! The country’s smallest national park, it’s part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers much to discover; since it’s a reserve free from predators, wildlife thrives within protected borders that feature areas of grassland, mopane woodland and riverine forest.
Planning Your Visit
This site is easily accessible from Livingstone, though to truly experience the nature and wildlife here, consider staying at properties in the park itself like The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara. You can also spot some wildlife at the resort, while guided game-viewing safaris are easily organised too; from such a Livingstone hotel, Victoria Falls is just a short walk away as well.
Key Encounters
While there is diverse wildlife here, among the key animal inhabitants are the white rhinos; this is the only wildlife area in Zambia where one can spot these creatures that are closely protected. The park is also on river crossing points and migration routes for elephants, giving you an ideal opportunity to encounter these gentle giants, especially during the drier months.
Other Highlights
Of course, there are many other wildlife sightings to look forward to on your safaris; these include giraffes, impalas, crocodiles, hippos, zebras, wildebeests, warthogs, baboons, bushbucks and buffalos. The park has more than 350 recorded bird species too, so keep watch to spot the African skimmer, African finfoot, Verreaux’s eagle, great snipe, Taita falcon and more.
