National Park
Matusadona National Park
Zimbabwe 1,400 km² (541 mi²) Est. 1975
About Matusadona National Park
Situated on the shores of Lake Kariba, Matusadona was once famous for its large lion and buffalo populations. The park offers a unique combination of lakeshore and mountain scenery, with game viewing enhanced by boat-based safaris on the lake.
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Safari Tours
4.0
Avg Rating
4/5
Big Five
51
Years Protected
Highlights
- Beautiful Lake Kariba shoreline scenery
- Boat-based safaris and fishing
- Remote and uncrowded wilderness
- Good elephant and buffalo populations
Considerations
- Wildlife numbers have declined from historic levels
- Very remote and difficult road access
- Limited accommodation options
- High malaria risk
Wildlife
Big Five Status
🦁
Lion
occasional
🐆
Leopard
Not present
🐘
Elephant
common
🦬
Buffalo
common
🦏
Rhino
rare
Notable Species
Lion
Occasional
Elephant
Common
Cape Buffalo
Common
Black Rhino
Rare
Hippo
Common
Fish Eagle
Common
Crocodile
Common
Common Occasional Rare
Best Time to Visit
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Climate Overview
Getting There
Best accessed by boat from Kariba town (approximately 3-4 hours) or by charter flight to Fothergill or Tashinga airstrips.
Nearest Airport
Kariba Airport (KAB)
Nearest City
Kariba
Drive Time
5 hours