Proflight Zambia is ensuring that travellers can move across the country and Southern African region quickly and easily this safari season with extra flights, the return of previous routes and the creation of new journeys. The number of daily flights [...]
‘Amatololo’ means roughly ‘pristine wilderness’ and is thus the perfect name for the new self-driving option that has opened in North Luangwa National Park. Ideal for intrepid and experienced self-drivers, the Amatololo Loop is the only place in Zambia where [...]
Travellers originating in South Africa will now have greater flexibility when it comes to visiting Victoria Falls. Proflight Zambia has announced that it will double the frequency on its Livingstone-Lusaka route from 1 April 2025 to twice-daily flights. This means [...]
Citizens of another 53 countries are now exempt from requiring visas to enter Zambia. Starting from 1 January 2025, nationals from a total of 167 countries can enter Zambia, continuing the liberalisation process started in 2022, which removed visa requirements [...]
With green season on the doorstep of Zambia’s tourism season, camps and lodges are gearing up to slow down over the wetter festive season. While the abundance of water may pose challenges for the tourism industry's summer season, the significance [...]
Zambia is unique among Southern Africa’s safari destinations in that many lodges and camps still close for all or part of the summer rainy season from November onwards. With wildlife dispersing and some roads not being passable, this is the [...]
The plan for the recce trip was to cover as much ground as possible throughout Zambia, focusing our time on the national parks and sensible transit camps in between. This country is rich in diverse biomes varying from bushveld, miombo [...]
Zambia has long been on our radar, and 2024 is the year we embark on a much-anticipated reconnaissance trip. At Ultimate Routes, we take pride in building a rich, first-hand knowledge base that informs our route designs and bookings [...]
Memorable Journeys, founded in 2016 by Solly Tevara, has announced an extension of its air travel services in the country. The company services all the major safari areas including South Luangwa, Lower Zambezi, Kafue and Livingstone to reach the Victoria [...]
Mwamba Camp in South Luangwa National Park is up-and-running after an extensive series of upgrades. The chalets now feature woven bamboo on the exterior and interior, with a layer of matting and a screen in between to keep out insects [...]
KaingU Safari Lodge, nestled on a spectacular and remote stretch of the Kafue River just opposite Kafue National Park, is perfectly positioned for wildlife enthusiasts. This riverside location offers an exceptional experience that combines comfort with the raw beauty of [...]
Nestled in the northern region of Kafue National Park, McBride's Camp offers an unforgettable safari experience. Our recent three-night stay at this remarkable camp was filled with unique adventures and top-notch wildlife sightings. The Journey In: A New Road to [...]
Proflight Zambia – through Procharter – is offering a thrice weekly service to Kafue National Park until 31 October 2024 to offer guests a seamless transfer from Lusaka over high season. The timings allow safari lovers the option of enjoying [...]
Calling all East Africans: it’s time to catch a flight to Zambia! From 27 June 2024, Zambia Airways will operate three flights a week from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam in Tanzania and Nairobi in Kenya. Dar es Salaam is [...]
Chisa Busanga, arguably one of the most unusual camps in Zambia, will be opening on 1 May 2024 rather than 1 June thanks to favourable conditions in Kafue National Park. With more drier ground available earlier than usual, guests will [...]
Reaching Kafue National Park has always been a little tricky, with self-drivers needing complex directions to reach this beautiful, highly rewarding conservation area. For peak season of 2024, Proflight Zambia is once more connecting Kafue with Lusaka three times a [...]
On 21 March 2023, the Zambia National Public Health Institute (ZNPHI) announced that all remaining travel restrictions relating to the coronavirus would be lifted with immediate effect. This means that you will not have to: Show proof of vaccination Show [...]
A successful safari experience starts with a guide’s ability to identify and manage the different needs and wants of guests. This, according to photographic safari guide and owner of Track & Trail River Camp, Peter Geraerdts, all comes down to [...]
Andrew Muswala of Travel and Leisure Zambia shares with us his most recent travel report, covering some of Zambia's most incredible spots & lodges in South Luangwa National Park Tafika Camp Sunset I have been privileged to begin my nine-day [...]
There is no shortage of adventurous fun and low-key relaxation to be had in wildly beautiful Zambia. From national parks, like Kafue and South Luangwa, that hold abundant and diverse wildlife populations to the majestic Zambezi River that courses through [...]
