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Zambia

A Zambia safari does not attract huge numbers of travellers, but anyone who knows Africa knows that a safari in Zambia is one of THE best wildlife experiences.

South Luangwa National Park is for many people the best park in Africa and it was here that walking safaris were pioneered. Other excellent parks in Zambia include Kafue and the Lower Zambezi as well as some lesser known ones. Lower Zambezi offers canoe safaris as well as game drives and walks. And of course there is Mosi-oa-Tunya which is the protected area around the magnificent Victoria Falls. Livingstone is the adventure capital of Zambia.  For the more adventurous and specialist traveller, the North of Zambia has smaller little visited parks such as Bangweulu Swamps with the rare Shoebill Stork and Kasanka National Park with huge herds of antelope and the fascinating Bat migration later in the year.

On the cultural side, if you want to know exactly what life is like in a typical African village, try a village stay at the award winning community project such as at Kawaza Village in Luangwa. Combine this with luxury safaris in South Luangwa and you have a truly exceptional African experience. Zambia is a safari destination par excellence.

Featured Trips

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  1. Rivers and Rainbows

    Rivers and Rainbows

    A week in South Luangwa at the prettiest time of the year, the 'emerald' season. Enjoy the park at it's greenest and explore deep into the remote areas by boat, a unique watery wonderland!

    Length: 7 nights/8 days - Guide price from.. £2150

  2. Luangwa North and South Adventure

    Luangwa North and South Adventure

    A fantastic safari which combines north and south Luangwa at an affordable price. Available June to October.

    Length: 10 nights/ 11 days - Guide price from.. £2650

Featured Accommodation

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  1. Chongwe River House

    Chongwe River House

    Chongwe River House is a stunning private house perfect for families and groups of friends.

  2. Zungulila

    Zungulila

    A remote walking trails camp deep in the heart of South Luangwa overlooking a huge plains area.

Zambia highlights

  1. One of the places to be for wildlife viewing.
  2. South Luangwa National Park is for many people the best park in Africa.
  3. Walking safaris were pioneered in Zambia and remain a speciality.
  4. Other excellent parks include Kafue and the Lower Zambezi.
  5. The magnificent Victoria Falls.
  6. Stunning range of safari accommodation.

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Client Comments

Zambia is a great place for anyone wanting to explore Africa, and see how people live without having to worry too much about their own safety.
M Bailey & D Ward

We had never been to Africa before and had the holiday of a lifetime (Botswana, Zambia & Malawi), everywhere we visited was wonderful but the friendliness of the people of Zambia stood out. They had very little in terms of material things but were some of the happiest people we have ever met.
Colin & Tina Campbell

The holiday (10 days north and south luangwa) was superb - service cannot be faulted, we shall use Tribes again. We enjoyed every minute.
Jane Brown

The peopole in Zambia were incredible, the food very good and the safaris fantastic.
Dominic Hill

We had a fantastic time! The game viewing was more than we had hoped for and the accommodation was superb, with helpful and friendly staff.
J & C Brown

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Zambia

Language

Zambia's official language is English, but outside of the cities few people speak it.

Visas

Visas are required for most nationalities, although a waiver can normally be organized in advance for British citizens.

Health

This is a malarial country.

Best times to go

If you want to avoid most of the rains travel from about April to October. Birding is best in the green season. Walking safaris are available from June to October.

Getting there

Flights from Europe to Lusaka take about 10 hours. Lusaka International Airport is about 25km from the city centre (about 30 minutes transfer).

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