Zambia is renowned for being one of Africa’s safest and most exciting wilderness destinations. It is home to the spectacular Victoria Falls and some of the best national parks on the planet.
Here are the top picks and must-know Zambia travel tips to help you plan an incredible African holiday, a spectacular place to visit. Discover the Mighty Victoria Falls, LivingstoneIn Zambia, you have to head for Livingstone, the country's adventure capital.
This town is on the doorstep of Victoria Falls, locally known as Mosi-oa-Tunya (The Smoke that Thunders). One of the best things to do here is to walk across the Knife-Edge Bridge and see the huge waterfall through the mist.
If you’re up for it, you can also take a swim in the famous Devil’s Pool right at the edge of the falls. South Luangwa – Take a Famous Walking Safari South Luangwa National Park is a fantastic place to visit if you want to see wild animals close up.
The walking safari is based in this park. One of the most exciting things to do instead of sitting in a car is to trek through the bush on foot with an armed scout. It is also known as the “Valley of the Leopard” because the chances of seeing these beautiful big cats are very high.
Canoeing in Lower Zambezi National Park For a very different kind of water adventure, don’t forget to include Lower Zambezi National Park on your list. If you love rivers and green landscapes, this is a fantastic place to visit. The best thing to do here is a canoe safari. You can drift gently down the Zambezi River, past giant elephants munching on the banks and hippos snoozing in the shallow water.
