Zambia: a country that invites you to discover the true meaning of an authentic African adventure !
Land of the legendary African walking safari, home of the Victoria Falls, the wild Zambezi River, breathtaking lakes and wetlands, a profusion of birds, abundant wildlife, and raw, pulsating wilderness, .......all in one diverse country.
This vast country (750 000 km2) is characterised by largely untouched and protected wildlife areas, well-known for their expansive grass plains, savannas, Miombo-forests and bushlands. The country is situated in the centre of Southern Africa, bordering Tanzania in the North, Malawi and Mozambique in the East, Zimbabwe & Botswana in the South. Acknowledged as one of the safest countries in the world to visit, Zambia's welcoming people live in peace and harmony, with only 10 million people living in a country half the size of Europe.
Two of the largest game reserves, Kafue National Park and the South Luangwa National Park entice you to explore their frontiers. The Kafue National Park, the oldest Park in Zambia and stretching over 22500km2, approximately half the size of Switzerland, is renowned for its abundant and untamed wildlife, as well its magnificent natural surroundings. The South Luangwa National Park is considered one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world – and with good reason! The concentration of game around the Luangwa river and its ox-bow lagoons is among the most intense in Africa. The Luangwa River is the most intact major river system in Africa and is the life blood of the park's 9050km2. The Park hosts a wide variety of wildlife birds and vegetation. The now famous ‘walking safari’ originated in this park and is still one of the finest ways to experience this pristine wilderness first hand.
The Lower Zambezi National Park is Zambia’s newest Park and as such is still relatively undeveloped, but it’s beauty lies in its pristine wilderness state. The diversity of animals is not as wide as the other big parks, but the opportunities to get close to game wandering in and out of the Zambezi channels (for instance via canoe safaris) are spectacular. Herds of elephant, some up to 100 strong, are often seen at the river’s edge. ‘Island hopping’ buffalo and waterbuck are common and the park also hosts good populations of lion and leopard. Listen out too for the ubiquitous cry of the fish eagle. The Park, approx. 4092 km2, lies opposite the famous Mana Pools Reserve in Zimbabwe, with the entire area on both sides of the river encompassing one massive wildlife sanctuary.
To round off your holiday, follow in the footsteps of David Livingstone and experience the splendour of the Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World-Heritage-Site. The mighty falls expand over 1700 metres wide and 100 metres high and will thrill you with the many activities on offer! There is something for everyone: whether it be the excitement of river rafting on the mighty Zambezi River, bungee-jumping into the deep gorge below the Falls, abseiling, a canoeing safari down the Zambezi, heli-flips, river surfing, excellent tiger-fishing and so much more!
Zambia can easily be combined with a Namibia, Botswana and South African trip. A spectacular sunset on the Zambezi and a night around the campfire are guaranteed to be an unforgettable highlight of every Africa journey.
