THE EXPLORER’S GUIDE TO VICTORIA FALLS
“Scenes so lovely they must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight” – David Livingstone A visit to Zambia is incomplete without witnessing this member of the Seven Wonders of the World. Having made the arduous journey from high in the Angolan mountains, collecting water from other rivers …
read moreTOP 4 REASONS TO LOVE WALKING SAFARIS
Ditch the confines of a four-wheel drive for the freedom of traversing the wild South Luangwa on foot. Zambia’s raw natural beauty and remote wilderness is exemplified in the South Luangwa National Park and the meandering Luangwa River running through it. Home to richly diverse animal-, bird- and plant-life along …
read moreA new camp for North Luangwa!
Operated by Remote Africa Safaris, Takwela Camp will open in Zambia’s North Luangwa National Park on July 22. As Remote Africa Safaris operates seasonally between May and November, with different opening dates for each of its camps, Takwela will be available on a seasonal basis. Built primarily from local natural materials, …
read more7 STRESS-RELIEVING Reasons to Travel in Nature
As kids, most of us will remember being told to “go and play outside”. This instruction wasn’t just a means of your parents getting rid of you for half-an-hour, but rather that the fresh air, visual stimulants and physical exercise served to be beneficial to our well-being. We experience an …
read moreTWO NEW CAMPS for Jeffery & McKeith Safaris!
Jeffery & McKeith Safaris are a small, owner run safari company based in the Kafue National Park. Thanks to the vastness of the Kafue and the remoteness of both Musekese and Ntemwa-Busanga, you will have an experience unlike any other in Africa. Musekese Camp Musekese Camp opened in May …
read moreWATCH: What to Expect from your South Luangwa Safari
As if you needed any more reason to visit Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park, YouTube user Shawn B shares his safari experience at Flatdogs Camp in this self-edited video of his trip which he describes as “one of the best trips I have done to date!” It’s no surprise …
read more5 REASONS TO TAKE A CHRISTMAS SAFARI IN SOUTH LUANGWA
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year” – Christmas! From the beginning of December, South Luangwa is a lush, green wonderland thanks to the arrival of the early summer rainfall. It’s the perfect opportunity for a white GREEN Christmas safari. Here’s why Christmas-time is the best time for your South …
read moreDREAMY-DINING ON SAFARI IN ZAMBIA
“To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art” – Francois de la Rochefoucauld Contrary to popular belief – a holiday in Zambia is not necessarily all about the wildlife and adventure. This African country has a wealth of delicious, local flavours and opportunities to take your …
read moreENJOYING SUSTAINABLE TOURISM IN ZAMBIA
“We desire less noise, less emissions and as little upset to the local flora and fauna as possible” – Tongabezi Travel offers us boundless opportunities to encounter diverse natural ecosystems, and through this – many people become increasingly aware of the human impact on the planet. Fortunately, many stakeholders in …
read moreTRAVEL TIPS: HOW TO BUDGET FOR ZAMBIA
A guest blog by Mary-Jane Lee Despite being one of the world’s lesser-known travel destinations, almost one million tourists from every corner of the globe enjoy a holiday in Zambia every year. With so many wonderful attractions – including 19 diverse and unique national parks, and over 30 game management areas offering …
read moreDEVIL OR ANGEL: Vic Falls’ famous pools
There are many ways to experience Victoria Falls. The most conventional way is to access the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park and take the footpath that runs along the opposing side of the gorge (crossing a fun swing-bridge along the way), but for the more adventurous – how about taking a helicopter or …
read moreNew conservation to reinforce Zambia’s conservation efforts
Wildlife conservation is not only saving endangered species from extinction but allowing a thriving future for humanity. Kafue National Park (KNP) is celebrating the launch of the game-changing Musekese Conservation. Exciting news and a step forward for conservation efforts, thanks to numerous donations and fundraising initiatives. The newly formed organisation …
read moreOn the Road to Love
Australian resident, Nick Lawson has decided to bare his ‘sole’ and hit the tarmac in an admirable mission to run the length of Africa… Barefoot! A journey spanning more than 30 000 kilometres. A marathon a day through 23 countries for Run for Love 2018. While most of us are familiar …
read moreZambia Hosts One of the World’s ‘Top 20 Hotels’
It’s official, Zambia now has a new claim to fame and can proudly boast that – according to Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List for 2018 – we host one of the top 20 hotels in the World! The luxurious and romantic hideaway, Tongabezi Lodge has propelled Zambia into the limelight …
read moreACCESS GRANTED: The New 2-for-1 KAZA UniVisa
There’s good news for tourists intending to travel to either Zambia and or Zimbabwe as the KAZA UniVisa is back in the system and is already being issued at the entry ports. The Kavango Zambezi Trans-Frontier Conservation Area (KAZA) is an initiative by Zambia and Zimbabwe aimed at granting tourists’ easy movement between …
read moreSOLOMON CHIDUNUKA – Zambia’s Honoured Wildlife Warden
At a high-profile event in Cape Town, senior Wildlife Warden – Solomon Chidunuka – of the Department of National Parks and Wildlife was honoured with the international Tusk Wildlife Ranger Award 2017. Tusk helps to alleviate poverty through sustainable development and education amongst rural communities who live alongside wildlife, and …
read moreZambia Strikes Back Against Poachers
22 December 2017: Honourable Fred Musaka of Chadiza Subordinate Court has found all five men guilty of unlawful possession of 25 pieces of rhino horn weighing 32.2kg. In a strong message from the court, each of the men have been sentenced to five years imprisonment. Three Chinese Nationals and two …
read moreThis is Not a Game: The Illegal Bushmeat Trade
Do you know the real risks of illegal bushmeat? A new public campaign This is Not a Game launched in December 2017 finally exposes the truth: it’s illegal, it’s dangerous and it carries diseases. The next time you are offered “nyama yamu sanga” at a special occasion or a friend’s …
read more2018 – Your Safari Awaits
Whether it’s your first safari or one of many memorable adventures, Zambia is a wonderful destination for everyone! It is a beautiful country with so much to offer, as well as the variety of game species and birds, it is also rich with a vibrant culture and friendly people, stunning …
read moreLuangwa’s leopards compete with the best
We have seen images from Savute of leopards leaping into the mud to pull catfish from the sticky channel, and we’ve seen footage of jaguars catching caimans in the backwaters of the South American rainforests. Now South Luangwa’s leopards are vying for their own place in the lime-light… by taking …
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