Viewing advice
The swarm builds through November and peaks into December, then disperses.
The best time to see Kasanka Fruit Bat Migration in 2026 is November to December 2026. Timing status: Season.
For a few weeks each year, up to ten million straw-coloured fruit bats crowd into a patch of swamp forest in Kasanka National Park to feast on ripening fruit. The dusk fly-out, the planet's largest mammal migration by number, darkens the sky.
Where to see it
These are the spots that catch it best. Tap one to see what's worth a trip nearby.
Cosmic events during this window
Cosmic events that peak while this season is on, so one trip could catch both. Meteor showers show the moon, since a dark sky is what makes them.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Kasanka Fruit Bat Migration 2026?
Kasanka Fruit Bat Migration 2026: November to December 2026.