Kasanka Trust
THE WORLD’S LARGEST MAMMAL MIGRATION!
WITH OVER 10 MILLION FRUIT BATS – A UNIQUE AFRICAN EXPERIENCE AT KASANKA NATIONAL PARK
Once a year, (between October and December) after having migrated for thousands of kilometres, the arrival of over 10 million fruit bats takes place at the Kasanka National Park in Northern Zambia. This incredible spectacle is known as the world’s largest mammal migration. Watch the teaser for one of the most famous and mesmerizing wildlife spectacles on earth or witness it for yourself at the Kasanka National park!
Our Projects
The Trust’s work in and around Kasanka National Park is focused on 4 key areas:
Resource Protection
Poaching for bush meat and elephant ivory are a major threat to Kasanka’s wildlife. The Trust employs up to 30 trained scouts to work with DNPW to provide effective law enforcement for the park, conducting regular patrols to remove snares and apprehend poachers. The law enforcement team also works with partners and surrounding communities to gather information on poaching and other illegal activities to try and keep one step ahead.
Infrastructure Development
Effective management of a national park requires a great deal of infrastructure, from communications systems to roads, bridges, workshops, offices and housing. The Trust is constantly investing in improved infrastructure to enhance our management effectiveness, to ensure the safety of our staff and to offer an unforgettable experience to our guests.
Community Development & Environmental Education
The Trust engages with communities and partners to promote sustainable livelihoods development to secure alternative sources of income to poaching. We also invest in environmental education to increase people’s knowledge and understanding of the need to protect our environment in the belief that this will grow support for the park. The support of local communities is essential to the Trust’s long-term success.
Tourism Development
The Trust manages two lodges, Wasa and Luwombwa, as well as a season self-catering tented camp and two campsites within the park. Our tourism business operates as a social enterprise, so every Kwacha earned in revenue is reinvested back into the park. By visiting Kasanka and staying in our accommodation, you are making a direct contribution to the conservation of this wonderful landscape. Tourism development is essential for the long-term financial sustainability of Kasanka.
Latest News & Events
Illegal development, deforestation and destruction of livelihoods in Njelele and Mpelembe Community Forest Areas (CFAs)
Ministers for Tourism, Labour and Social Security visit Kasanka National Park.
