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The thundering Victoria Falls, pioneering walking safaris in South Luangwa and the wild Lower Zambezi β€” Zambia is raw, uncrowded African wilderness.

eVisa πŸ“… Best: May–Oct (dry) πŸ’΅ $150/day avg
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Capital
Lusaka
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Currency
Zambian Kwacha (ZMW)
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Language
English
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Best time
May–Oct (dry)
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Visa
eVisa / Visa on arrival
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Avg daily budget
$60 – $600
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Safety
Generally safe
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Main airport
Lusaka (LUN) / Livingstone (LVI)
Overview

Why travellers love Zambia

Victoria Falls (and its adrenaline activities) headline, with South Luangwa famed for walking safaris and leopards, and the Zambezi for canoeing.

It's a classic safari country, often combined with Zimbabwe or Botswana.

Where to go

Top places in Zambia

The destinations worth building your trip around.

South Luangwa

South Luangwa

πŸ—“ 2–3 days

The home of the walking safari.

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Lower Zambezi

Lower Zambezi

πŸ—“ 2 days

Canoe safaris and riverside camps.

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Kafue

Kafue

πŸ—“ 2 days

Vast, remote wilderness park.

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Plan day by day

Zambia itineraries

Ready-made routes β€” tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
South Luangwa β†’ Lower Zambezi β†’ Kafue
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$300 – $3,000
1–2

South Luangwa

The home of the walking safari.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Safari Β· Nature
3–4

Lower Zambezi

Canoe safaris and riverside camps.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Safari Β· Adventure
5

Kafue

Vast, remote wilderness park.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Safari Β· Nature
Route
South Luangwa β†’ Lower Zambezi β†’ Kafue
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$420 – $4,200
1–3

South Luangwa

The home of the walking safari.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ Safari Β· Nature
4–5

Lower Zambezi

Canoe safaris and riverside camps.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Safari Β· Adventure
6–7

Kafue

Vast, remote wilderness park.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Safari Β· Nature
Route
South Luangwa β†’ Lower Zambezi β†’ Kafue
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$600 – $6,000
1–4

South Luangwa

The home of the walking safari.

πŸ—“ 4 days✨ Safari Β· Nature
5–7

Lower Zambezi

Canoe safaris and riverside camps.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ Safari Β· Adventure
8–10

Kafue

Vast, remote wilderness park.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ Safari Β· Nature
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Visa & entry

Zambia visa requirements

Visa required?
eVisa or visa on arrival for many
Allowed stay
Up to 90 days
Visa on arrival
Yes for many
eVisa
Yes
Passport validity
6 months
Visa type
eVisa
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Visa rules change frequently. Many nationalities get an eVisa or visa on arrival; the KAZA UniVisa covers Zambia and Zimbabwe. Always verify with the official Zambia immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full Zambia visa guide β†’Use the visa checker β†’
Money

Zambia budget guide

Budget

$60/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$600+/day
  • 4–5β˜… hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full Zambia budget guide β†’
Things to do

Top attractions in Zambia

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Victoria Falls

One of the world's seven natural wonders.

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South Luangwa

Leopards and the original walking safari.

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Lower Zambezi

Canoe past elephants and hippos.

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Devil's Pool

Swim at the lip of the falls (dry season).

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Bungee & rafting

Adrenaline at the Zambezi gorge.

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