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Zambia in December

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December reveals a hidden, vibrant side of the Zambia wilderness, offering a unique perspective for the seasoned traveller. In Liuwa Plain National Park, the world’s second-largest wildebeest migration continues its steady journey across the vast horizon, providing a dramatic wildlife spectacle amidst the burgeoning greenery.

This is also a pinnacle month for birding enthusiasts, as a kaleidoscope of migratory species fills the skies, joining the resident birds in their peak breeding plumage.

For those seeking the truly extraordinary, the great fruit bat migration, the largest mammal migration on earth, continues to darken the skies of Kasanka, offering a mesmerising alternative to a traditional safari.

Photographers will find endless inspiration in the emerald season, where the dryness is replaced by vivid landscapes, electric-blue skies, and the soft, ethereal light that follows a summer rain.

While the deepening rains mean some remote bush camps close their doors as roads become impossible, several premier lodges remain open. These permanent camps offer a sophisticated retreat from which to experience the power and beauty of the Zambian summer in total comfort.

Weather in December

Landscape in Zambia
December is one of the wettest months. | Photo: pixabay

December is one of the wettest months of the year in Zambia, with heavy downpours nourishing the land and creating more watering holes. The temperature isn’t as hot as what you’d experience in October – December sees highs of 28℃/82℉.

Average Weather in December

Temperature Celsius Fahrenheit Rainfall
Min 18℃64 ℉7.2 inches
Max 28℃82℉11 inches

Destinations to Visit in Zambia During December

Liuwa Plain National Park

December is one of the best months to go to Liuwa Plain. This is where much of Zambia’s wildlife migrates to during the wet season, creating an incredible environment for safari adventures. The lush green grass also becomes home to newborns, as the wildebeest calving season occurs in November.

Kasanka National Park

In December, you can still see the millions of roosting bats in the forest in Kasanka National Park. Besides going on a bat migration safari here, birdwatchers will adore the abundance of birds to spot at this time of the year – there are over 470 birds in this park, making for an extraordinary birding adventure.

Activities to Do in Zambia in December

  • Game drives
  • Birdwatching safaris
  • Migration safaris
  • Whitewater rafting

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