The Busanga Plains, located in the north of the Kafue National Park, is a remarkable grassland that seems to curve with the horizon. 
The atmosphere, rawness, and drama of Busanga are unmatched, and no Kafue safari is complete without taking in the panoramic views of the plains. It is a mix of grass plains formed from a seasonal wetland habitat with a unique ecosystem that cannot be found anywhere else in Zambia. The swampy area is home to many niches and nuances, and it is fascinating to explore the edges where Sitatunga, a rare antelope species, can be seen amongst the towering reeds.
Seasonal floodwaters fed by numerous streams flow through and under these swamps, transforming most of the Busanga Plains' 750 square kilometers into a wetland similar to the Okavango Delta. This flooding supports a vast population of water-adapted Red Lechwe, hippos, and a plethora of fish that attract fish eagles, storks, and pelicans. The sky fills with swirling towers of black open-billed storks, here to harvest the freshwater snails that are a key species to the Busanga ecosystem.
The plains are also home to Acacia thorn trees, palms, and mighty fig trees, providing a potential shady spot for the iconic Busanga Lions. Cheetahs are sometimes seen preying on the numerous Oribi population, while the treeline of the plains and some of the larger islands are perfect habitats for leopards. Other predators and smaller omnivores include Serval, Civet, several Moongose species, and African Wild Cat.
The Busanga Plains are also home to a variety of large mammals such as Blue Wildebeest, magnificent Sable, Puku, Kudu, Reed Buck, Bush Buck, sharps grysbok, Duiker, Zebra, and approachable Roan Antelope. 
The staggering number and variety of birdlife alone makes Busanga an incredibly interesting place to visit, even for those who aren't bird enthusiasts.