LATEST ZAMBIA NEWS
Zambia in ‘Best Places’ List for 2025
Zambia has been named one of the 'Best Places to Go in 2025' by Frommer's, the iconic travel guide-book series founded in 1957. Known as travel experts with a loyal following, Frommer's have been advising holidaymakers on the world's top vacation spots for decades. Journalist Lily Heise, who is based [...]
That’s a Wrap: Seasonal Lodges to Reopen in 2025
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 perfect time for staff to have well-deserved breaks, crucial maintenance [...]
Navigating Zambia: Essential Self-Drive Tips from Our Recce Adventure
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 woodland, grassy plains and riverine forest, which of course attract [...]
Zambia: The Overlooked Gem for Self-Drive Adventures
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 for self-drive clients. This commitment ensures that every journey we [...]
Zambia Airline Expands Offering
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 Falls. The enhanced offering now includes private charter arranged for [...]
Productive Year for Project Luangwa
Despite significant challenges such as power cuts, funding cuts and the cyclical El Nino Southern Oscillation weather pattern bringing a drought in its wake, Project Luangwa is powering ahead to help communities in South Luangwa National Park and the greater Luangwa Valley. It may only be September but the team [...]
Mwamba Reopens After Full Refresh
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 and other elements. The rooms are more spacious and come [...]
Unusual Predator-Focused Safari for South Luangwa and Kafue
A unique safari focused on the conservation of big cats and other predators will be held in November 2024 for wildlife enthusiasts who want to understand what goes into preserving these powerful animals in their natural habitats. Organised by Green Safaris, the Predators Research Safari will combine classic safari activities [...]
A New Cookbook for Conservation
Ideal for foodies, Christmas presents, a special birthday gift or even as a memento of a Zambian safari, Green Safaris Conservation Foundation has produced a special cookbook with recipes from their outstanding lodge chefs. Called From Farm To Table, the book features recipes from each of the Green Safaris chefs, [...]
Exploring the Tranquility of KaingU Safari Lodge
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 the African wilderness. Our recent two-night stay was marked by [...]
Discovering the Wonders of McBride’s Camp in Kafue National Park
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 Adventure Reaching McBride's Camp has never been easier, thanks to [...]
Canoeing Impacted by Water Levels in Lower Zambezi
Some safari operators in Lower Zambezi National Park are changing how they undertake canoeing activities on the Zambezi River. Areas such as the Chifungulu and Nkalange Channels are currently too low to pass and, where possible, canoes are being navigated into deeper waters around the Game Management Area (GMA). Extreme [...]