Zambia Overview
Capital: Lusaka
Independence: 24 October 1964
Main Tourist towns: Livingstone, Lusaka (flights to National Parks)
Population (at of 2017): 17 000 090
Currency: Kwacha (ZMW)
Zambia is more than half again the size of Botswana, but is still relatively unknown as a safari destination. A vast and largely unspoilt land, it is home to 19 National Parks, the Victoria Falls (which it shares with Zimbabwe), and some breath-taking scenery, which includes 5 lakes and 17 waterfalls.
Zambia's claim to Safari fame is the walking safaris in the South Luangwa National Park, which also boasts some of the best guides in Africa, and an abundance of wildlife, along with iconic scenery. The Lower Zambezi National Park is the newest addition, and sits across the Zambezi floodplain from Zimbabwe's famous Mana Pools. Kafue National Park, Zambia's biggest, is getting more exposure, and is also well worth a visit, although still a highly seasonal destination.
Of recent years, Zambia has also become known for its adventure activities, centred on the town of Livingstone, at the Victoria Falls. Here visitors can experience the wildest one day rafting in the world, bungee jump off the bridge that spans the Zambezi River gorge, abseil, canoe, kayak..... Many areas are also excellent for fishing - tiger in particular being popular.
There is an excellent network of flights connecting the major centres, and National Parks, in Zambia which makes for some exceptional and diverse Safari arrangements. Zambia boasts a wide selection of Safari Lodges and Camps, which cater for all tastes and budgets. Zambia may be less well known as a Safari destination that neighbouring Botswana, but it now offers a highly competitive selection of experiences and prices. We recommend a visit to one of the less known of African gems!
Independence: 24 October 1964
Main Tourist towns: Livingstone, Lusaka (flights to National Parks)
Population (at of 2017): 17 000 090
Currency: Kwacha (ZMW)
Zambia is more than half again the size of Botswana, but is still relatively unknown as a safari destination. A vast and largely unspoilt land, it is home to 19 National Parks, the Victoria Falls (which it shares with Zimbabwe), and some breath-taking scenery, which includes 5 lakes and 17 waterfalls.
Zambia's claim to Safari fame is the walking safaris in the South Luangwa National Park, which also boasts some of the best guides in Africa, and an abundance of wildlife, along with iconic scenery. The Lower Zambezi National Park is the newest addition, and sits across the Zambezi floodplain from Zimbabwe's famous Mana Pools. Kafue National Park, Zambia's biggest, is getting more exposure, and is also well worth a visit, although still a highly seasonal destination.
Of recent years, Zambia has also become known for its adventure activities, centred on the town of Livingstone, at the Victoria Falls. Here visitors can experience the wildest one day rafting in the world, bungee jump off the bridge that spans the Zambezi River gorge, abseil, canoe, kayak..... Many areas are also excellent for fishing - tiger in particular being popular.
There is an excellent network of flights connecting the major centres, and National Parks, in Zambia which makes for some exceptional and diverse Safari arrangements. Zambia boasts a wide selection of Safari Lodges and Camps, which cater for all tastes and budgets. Zambia may be less well known as a Safari destination that neighbouring Botswana, but it now offers a highly competitive selection of experiences and prices. We recommend a visit to one of the less known of African gems!
