The national parks in Zambia have vast areas of unspoilt and virtually "undiscovered" protected wilderness areas making Zambia a superb wildlife destination. Additionally, the UNWTO recognised and bestowed South Luangwa National Park as an international sustainable park.

Zambia's national parks are best visited between May and November, during this time getting around is much easier as it is dry. Wildlife is easily spotted at this time - the vegetation is less rampant and obscuring while animals often congregate near shrinking water resources.
The Safari destinations in Zambia are very popular for walking safaris which were pioneered by Norman Carr.