Zambia

Zambia, in southern Africa, is a landlocked country with many parks and safari areas. On its border with Zimbabwe is famed Victoria Falls – indigenously called Mosi-oa-Tunya, or “Smoke That Thunders”

Its neighbors are the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the north, Tanzania to the north-east, Malawi to the east, Mozambique to the southeast, Zimbabwe and Botswana to the south, Namibia to the southwest, and Angola to the west. The capital city is Lusaka, located in the south-central part of Zambia

Zambia has a tropical climate, and consists mostly of high plateaus with some hills and mountains, dissected by river valleys. At 752,614 km2 (290,586 sq mi) it is the 39th-largest country in the world, slightly smaller than Chile. The country lies mostly between latitudes 8° and 18°S, and longitudes 22° and 34°E.

Zambia is drained by two major river basins: the Zambezi/Kafue basin in the center, west and south covering about three-quarters of the country; and the Congo basin in the north covering about one-quarter of the country. A very small area in the northeast forms part of the internal drainage basin of Lake Rukwa in Tanzania Spanning the Zambezi River just below the falls is Victoria Falls Bridge, a spectacular viewpoint.

Cultures

Zambia’s contemporary culture is a blend of values, norms, material and spiritual traditions of more than 70 ethnically diverse people. Most of the tribes of Zambia moved into the area in a series of migratory waves a few centuries ago. They grew in numbers and many traveled in search of establishing new kingdoms, farming land and pastures.

Breath taking scenery

From the array of wildlife in parks to beautiful waterfalls and massive lakes, Zambia promises beauty in all its splendor for you to see and enjoy.

Eating and drinking

The typical Zambian diet is heavy on starch and comfort foods such as stews, soups and beans. Zambia’s most popular lager is called Mosi, taken from the original name for Victoria Falls. But in rural areas, you’re more likely to see locals drinking maize or sorghum beer, often homemade.

Victoria Falls

What to see and do

Zambia’s rainy season is from November to April. Most of the activities are available throughout the year except for the following that depends on the water levels and weather on that particular day:

• Helicopter and Microlight flights over the Victoria Falls – depend on the weather
• Livingstone Island (Devils Pool) – completely comes to a close between March to May when the water levels are high. However, this is entirely dependent on the season period.
• White water rafting – This depends on the high water rise which is usually March to May.
• Bridge Activities (Bungee, Abseiling, flying fox) – open throughout the year but closes when raining.
• Under Spray – Only available in dry season from August to January depending on the water levels
• Livingstone Museum – Open throughout the year except on Christmas and New Year’s days
• The rest of the activities are available all year round.
• Wildlife Safaris

Where to go

Zambia’s charms are many and varied – this landlocked southern African country is home not only to Victoria Falls on the border with Zimbabwe, but also has even more seriously impressive natural sights. Prepare to be amazed with our pick of the best.

• Victoria Falls
• Lake Kariba
• Lake Kashiba
• Sindabezi Island
• Blue lagoon national park
• Samfya beach
• Nyika plateau national park

Where to stay

A variety of accommodations are available in Zambia with houseboats and lodges topping the list as favorite places to stay. Hotels are excellent as well as guest homes and backpackers accommodation

How to get around

• Travel by Air
• Public transport
• Private Bus or taxi
• Train

World heritage sties

• Dag Hammarskjoeld Memorial (Crash site) (1997)
• Kalambo falls archaeological site (prehistoric settlement site) (1997)
• Chirundu Fossil Forest (2009)
• Mwela Rock Paintings (2009)
• Kalambo Falls (2009)
• Zambezi Source (2009)
• The Barotse Cultural Landscape (2009)