South Luangwa in December

December is outside the preferred season for South Luangwa; most visitors choose August to October.

Weather in South Luangwa in December

Average highs in December are around 34°C, dropping to about 21°C at night. This is the rainy season, so expect frequent showers and occasionally harder roads.

What happens in December

Green season: heavy rain, many bush camps close and some lodges offer boat trips.

Experience quality this month is 2 out of 5, and visitor levels are very quiet. The best period overall is August to October.

What to pack

• light cotton clothing, a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water
• a rain jacket and a dry bag for your camera
• insect repellent and long sleeves for the evening
• binoculars for distant wildlife

South Luangwa through the year

Other good choices in December

• Bwindi Uganda
• Volcanoes Rwanda
• Akagera Rwanda
• Amboseli Kenya
• Lake Manyara Tanzania
• Lake Nakuru Kenya

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No trips are listed for this destination yet. Send a request and we will check with providers.

Sources: Zambia Tourism - South Luangwa National Park · Zambia Tourism - Mfuwe International Airport · Climates to Travel (1991-2020 normals) - Zambia (Mfuwe)
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.