What to see, what to do Zambia?
The 10 good reasons to go Zambia
Liuwa Plains NP
The second largest wildebeest migration in Africa after the Serengeti takes place here.
Lower Zambezi NP
By canoe, the safaris on the Zambezi River close to the elephants are exceptional.
Lake Kariba
The Kariba Lake is a poetic and recreational place for the inhabitants and offers beautiful panoramas.
Kafue NP
This huge park along the Kafue River includes the wild Bushanga plains.
Victoria Falls
Simply the most powerful and spectacular waterfalls in the world.
A bush country
Not very touristy, Zambia will appeal to Africa enthusiasts for its wilderness.
South Luangwa NP
The safaris in this park are very famous for its groups of lions and leopards.
A friendly population
A few rudiments of English are enough to discuss with the Zambians, who are very welcoming.
Multiple activities
Around the Victoria Falls you can go rafting or bungee jumping.
A country of self-drive
Here you can rent a fully equipped 4x4 for camping and sleep in bush camps.
What to visit Zambia?
Interview: My Zambia
By Camille Griffoulières
Fascinated by the mighty Victoria Falls, which she discovered in 2006 during a backpacking trip in Southern Africa, Camille Griffoulières returns to Zambia with wonder, to deliver the most beautiful secrets and practical advice to visitors. A qualified journalist and author for the Petit Futé for more than 13 years, she is an expert in safaris as well as in 4x4 expeditions in the bush.
See the video of the interviewGood to know to visit Zambia
Timetable
Museums or sites of visits can be opened quite early but never too late, between 8 am and 5 or 6 pm.
To be booked
Victoria Falls tours should be booked in high season, especially if you want to swim in the Devil's Pool above the falls and have lunch on Livingstone Island, a popular expedition with very limited space per day.
Budget & Tips
The museums are generally modest but also very affordable, which makes them a good reason to visit. The safaris are always more interesting with the all-inclusive package than with the optional safaris if you want to follow the rhythm of 2 activities per day (game drive, boat cruise, walking safari, etc.).
Main events
The most important ceremony in Zambia, the Kuomboka is held every year in late March or early April in the historic Barotseland region. When the plains are flooded by the Zambezi River, the Lozi king leaves his flooded winter palace for his summer residence 15 km away, near Mongu.
What's very local
When going on safari, avoid flashy red or fluorescent colors to avoid scaring the animals, especially if you plan to go on walking safari in the bush with rangers. Completely white outfits are also to be avoided, as the animals can spot them from a distance, but also because of the constant dust baths during game drives. Avoid black and dark blue, which absorb heat and attract insects, especially tsetse flies, which are abundant in national parks. Prefer discreet colors that blend in with nature (khaki, brown, beige).
