Lochinvar National Park

Lochinvar National Park is a protected area in Southern Province that spreads across the Kafue River floodplain, combining wetlands, grasslands, and multiple water bodies. A central lagoon serves as the park's main water feature, surrounded by numerous smaller lakes and pools.

The area functioned as a private ranch before becoming a national park in 1972. This transformation represented an important step toward establishing wildlife protection zones in Zambia.

The name refers to a historic region along the Kafue River. Visitors can observe ancient settlement sites within the park that reflect long-term human presence in this area.

A four-wheel drive vehicle is necessary to navigate the park, particularly when heavy rains create impassable conditions. Planning a visit during the dry season provides easier access and more reliable travel conditions.

The park harbors the rare Kafue lechwe, an antelope species found almost nowhere else besides this region. These animals are specially adapted to wetland grasslands and gather in large herds across the park's flatlands.

Location: Southern Province

Inception: 1972

Elevation above the sea: 985 m

GPS coordinates: -15.66667,27.25000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:20