Zambia  Safari and Tour information is at the bottom of  this intoductionary text.

If  you do not want to read this, yocan access those  links  here.

    Zambia Canoe Safaris   ( 11 items )
    Zambia Safaris Packages   ( 13 items )
    Zambia Walking Safaris  ( 6 items )
    Kafue Park  ( 11 items )
    South Luangwa National Park   ( 6 items )
    Lower Zambezi National Park   ( 1 items )

Zambia  Safari Industry  is like Botswana 10 years ago.

 As a  Safari destination, Zambia  has such incredible diversity.

It is an authentic an Africa Safari experience as you will get.

Zambia Safari camps are geberally small boutique,modern designed Safari camps.

The eco diversity broad, the animal game viewing is spectacular,and the range of safari experiences that you can experience on a Zambia Safari and tour are diverse:

             1) Walking Zambia Safari in the  South and North Luangwa National Park.Walking Safaris orginated in Zambia.

             2) Zambia  Photographic Wildlife  Safaris, whether for the  serious photogrpaher, or for the first time safari experience.

             3) Zambia Canoe safaris, multi day to part day trips on the Lower Zambezi with  add   on  fshing trips, as well as stays in small remote bush camps.
             

A Zambia Safari  has in many places, a wonderful remote rugged feeling about it, with well designed small boutique camps.

Some of the areas that one  has to pass  through  to get to  the Safari camps, take you through rural villages,so you have some wider cultural lifestyle experiences of the locals as well.

If  you are on the Zambia  side of Victoria  falls, Livingstone Victoria Falls, then a Zambia  Safari is a easy  adds on as  you are  in Zambia allready.

A zambia Safari is also  a easy combinable add on with a Botswana Safari tour package.

Recent clients  of mine did a part Botswana Safari then Victoria falls,  then a part Zambia Safari..you can read  there  Africa Safari and tour testimonial

A Zambia Safari is right at the core of what a true African Safari is.

Zambia  Safari Kafue National Park, on Safari afternoon tea /drinks/at  Shumba

There are so many questions regarding the choices for a Africa Safari.Therefore I have created an

 About Safaris category, that answers questions about:

    Safari land vs Safari water actvites,
    Getting to a Safari,
    Safari actvities, etc.

This section will answer many questions and applies to South Africa Safaris, Botswana Safaris and Zambia Safaris

About Zambia and a Zambia safari

The big, beautiful country of Zambia is situated in the heart of the African sub-continent, untainted by commercial tourist development, but nevertheless well-equipped to allow visitors to experience the warmth, excitement, challenges and adventures of the real Africa.

Zambia beckons with an abundance of natural attractions and extreme sports, which has earned it the reputation of being the 'adventure centre' of the continent.

The country's prime attraction is the spectacular, breathtaking Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River between Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Not only do the falls provide unmatched scenery as the water plunges into the depths of the gorge, but they are also the setting for a multitude of adrenaline pumping  activities, like whitewater rafting, bungee jumping from the 364ft (111m) high bridge, canoeing, abseiling, micro-lighting over the falls, elephant-back safaris,
 jet-boating through the rapids and many more.

If dry land is more to your taste, Zambia offers dozens of superb game parks stocked with a profusion of birds and wildlife.

 Chief among the parks is South Luangwa National Park, centred on the most intact major river system in Africa, which hosts a huge concentration of game.

 The legendary 'Zambian walking safari' originated in this park and still offers one of the finest ways to experience the African wilderness.

Visitors to Zambia seldom linger in the towns, being bent on safaris or destined for game lodges and adventure camps, but those who choose to explore the somewhat dishevelled capital, Lusaka, will find it has an interesting charm.

 More than half of the inhabitants of this over-populated city are unemployed, yet the atmosphere is far from despondent as the people hustle and bustle,  determined to survive.

Thousands of stalls line the streets offering a fascinating array of services and goods.

Lovers of the outdoors cannot fail to find everything and more to satisfy them in the wetlands and wilderness of Zambia.

Zambia Basics
Time: GMT +2.

Electricity: 220 volts, 50Hz. Square pin plugs are in use.

Language: There are over 73 dialects spoken in Zambia, but the official language is English. All media and business is in English and most Zambians speak it fairly well.

Health: Polio, typhoid and Hepatitis A vaccinations, and malaria prevention measures are recommended, and yellow fever inoculation is a requirement for entry for those coming from an infected area.

Malaria is endemic in Zambia and outbreaks of cholera and dysentery are common especially during the rainy season. The country also has one of the highest rates of HIV/Aids infection worldwide.

Avoid swimming or wading in bodies of fresh water, such as lakes, ponds, streams, or rivers due to the presence of bilharzia. Medical facilities in the country are under-developed and limited to the point that basic drugs and even clean needles are often not available.

The small clinics in Lusaka are regarded as superior to the general hospitals, but clinics in rural areas are rarely stocked with anything more than aspirin or band-aids.

Full travel insurance, including cover for medical evacuation by air, is therefore essential and it is vital to bring a good first aid kit. Avoid food bought from local street vendors and ensure drinking water is filtered and boiled, or bought in sealed, branded bottles.

Tipping: Tipping is discouraged, but still practised on occasion and is usually about 10%. A 10% service charge is included in bills.

Safety: Most visits to Zambia are trouble free, but visitors should be aware that car hijackings and armed robberies are increasing, and mugging, bag-snatching and theft from parked cars is common in downtown areas.

 Visitors should avoid the Cairo Road in Lusaka, which is dangerous due to violent robberies. Be vigilant and do not display tempting valuables.

Avoid the border areas where Zambia meets Angola and all but essential travel should be avoided along the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo; cross-border raids are frequent and landmines are a potential danger.

Communications: The international dialling code for Zambia is +260. The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant country code (e.g. 00 27 for South Africa).

There are regional dialling codes, such as 01 for Lusaka and 03 for Livingstone.

Operator assisted calls can be booked by dialling 090 or 093. Public telephones are widely available, most requiring tokens. Connections tend to be bad, particularly outside of Lusaka. There are GSM 900 cell phone networks in operation, but coverage is limited mainly to urban areas.

There are several Internet cafes in Livingstone and Lusaka, and secretarial services in Lusaka offer full telephone, fax, telex and email facilities. Postal services are fairly reliable.

Duty Free: Travellers to Zambia over 18 years do not have to pay duty on the following items: 200 cigarettes or 450 grams tobacco, and 1 opened bottle of alcohol.

Zambia Airports
Lusaka International Airport (LUN)

Location: The airport is situated 16 miles (26km) east of Lusaka. Time: GMT+2. Contacts: Tel: +260 (0)1 271 044, (0)1 271 313. Transfer to the city: There is an airport bus service, and taxis are available. Car rental: Most major car hire companies are represented at the airport terminal. Cars are usually hired with a chauffeur. Facilities: The airport has a bank with bureau de change, a post office, restaurant, bar, duty-free shop and a VIP lounge. A tourist help desk and travel agent can also be found in the airport terminal building. Parking: Short and long-term parking is available. Departure tax: A tax of US$20 is levied on departing international travellers and US$5 for departing domestic travellers.

Zambia Climate and Weather
Zambia is warm all year round, but has three distinct seasons.

Between December and April the weather is hot and wet; from May to August it is cooler and dry; between September and November conditions are hot and dry.

Average summer temperatures range between 77°F to 95°F (25°C to 35°C), while in winter the variation increases ranging from 43°F to 75°F (6°C to 24°C).

Zambia Currency
Money: The Zambian currency is the Kwacha (ZMK), divided into 100 ngwee, but the coins are now worthless and seldom used. It is best to bring travellers cheques, US Dollars or Pounds Sterling which can be exchanged at the many bureaux de change found in the main towns.

Travellers cheques in South African rand or US dollars are recommended. While most of the tourist hotels, restaurants, travel agents and larger shops, especially in Lusaka and Livingstone, accept credit cards many outlets in the rural areas do not and deal only in local currency.

 ATMs are available in Lusaka and some of the major towns. Banking hours vary but are usually 8.30am to 2.30pm on weekdays and mornings of the first and last Saturday of the month.

Zambia Passport & Visa Requirements** Lease check current visa entry guidelines  subject to change any time.

Entry requirements for Americans: United States citizens must obtain a visa to visit Zambia. It can be issued on arrival or obtained before hand and is valid for  the period of stay.

 Visa fees are US$50 for single entry, US$80 for double entry . A valid passport is also required for entry to Zambia.

$50.00 – Single Entry Visa $80.00 – Double / Multiple Entry Visa $20.00 – Day tripper**  these are all subject to change...

The day tripper  means you enter and exit from the same border  post, in 1 day.