The wild heart of Africa, Zambia is a green oasis of national parks fed by rivers and wetlands that attract a huge variety of animals. Elephant, lion, wild dog and hyena are commonly spotted, and leopard cool off from the sun on the shady branches of trees. Before or after your safari in Zambia you can visit Victoria Falls, half of which lies within the country’s boundaries. Our specialists will use their own safari experiences in Zambia to plan your holiday, whether you want to focus on searching for the Big Five or look for more unusual wildlife.
Added to its game drives, Zambia is known as the home of the walking safari, and its guides are among the highest qualified in Africa. They’ll show you how to track animals, identify birds from their calls and discover the hidden world of insects as you walk through the bush.
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Suggested tours for Zambia
These tours give you a starting point for what your holiday to Zambia could entail. Treat them as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you.
Suggested activities for Zambia
Whatever your interests, our specialists will build activities into your trip that connect to how you want to experience Zambia.
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Livingstone Island Excursion ![Victoria Falls bridge from the 'Boiling Pot']()
Livingstone Island Excursion
Victoria FallsLivingstone Island Excursion
You are taken by boat to the island on the edge of Victoria Falls and taken on a brief history tour before swimming across a channel, crossing a rocky outcrop and jumping into a rock pool.
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Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi ![Sunset on the Lower Zambezi]()
Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi
Victoria FallsSunset Cruise on the Zambezi
The cruises are shaded and gently make their way upstream toward the National Park, usually accompanied by a brief talk about the river and its wildlife by your skipper.
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Victoria Falls Helicopter Flight ![Helicopter flight over the Falls]()
Victoria Falls Helicopter Flight
Victoria FallsVictoria Falls Helicopter Flight
Flying lower than a conventional aircraft, you will fly a complete circuit over the Falls in both directions, giving you spectacular views of the Falls.
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Zambia in pictures
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![Boat trip on the Zambezi River]()
Cruise down the Zambezi -
![Learning new skills in Kawaza Village]()
Meet the local Kunda people in Kawaza Village -
![Victoria Falls, Livingstone & The Victoria Falls]()
View Victoria Falls from Livingstone -
![Shiwa N'gandu House]()
Visit the stately home of Shiwa Ngandu -
![Canoeing on the Zambezi River]()
Safari in the Lower Zambezi National Park -
![Wattled Cranes, Bangweulu Wetlands]()
Go birdwatching in Bangweulu Wetlands -
![On safari in South Luangwa National Park, Zambia]()
Safari in South Luangwa National Park -
![Tree climbing lion of the Busanga Plains]()
See the tree climbing lions of Busanga Plains
Our expert guides to travelling in Zambia
Written by our specialists from the viewpoint of their own travels, these guides will help you decide on the shape of your own trip to Zambia. Aiming to inspire and inform, we share our recommendations for how to appreciate Zambia at its best.
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A typical day on an African safari ![Game drive with Shenton Safaris]()
A typical day on an African safari
A typical day on an African safari
A typical day on safari essentially revolves around the need to see the wildlife at its most active. It usually follows a similar routine with slight variations between destinations and seasons.
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Luxury safaris in Zambia ![The Dog House, Tongabezi, Livingstone & The Victoria Falls]()
Luxury safaris in Zambia
Luxury safaris in Zambia
Zambia's spectacular national parks, abundant wildlife and luxury lodges offer both first time and return visitors an unrivalled safari experience. Audley's Southern Africa safari specialist Russell explains how to make the most of your time.
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Family safaris in Zambia ![Elephant, South Luangwa National Park]()
Family safaris in Zambia
Family safaris in Zambia
If you are considering taking your family on safari, Zambia has a lot to offer every member of your tribe. Many camps have private houses with space for little legs to tire themselves out, flexible dining options and child-minding facilities.
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Green Season in Zambia ![Microlighting over the Zambezi River, Livingstone]()
Green Season in Zambia
Green Season in Zambia
The Green Season in Zambia takes place in the Luangwa Valley between November and May. A more cost-effective time to travel, it's during this period you'll see newborn animals in abundance and a landscape awash with colour thanks to the heavy rains that descend.
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Walking safaris in Zambia ![Walking safari in the South Luangwa]()
Walking safaris in Zambia
Walking safaris in Zambia
A walking safari in Zambia allows you the opportunity to tread the same dusty plains as the animals Africa is so well-known for. Here, you can observe game from a different perspective under the watchful eye of first-class guides, in a variety of different national parks.
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Visiting Victoria Falls ![The thundering water of Victoria Falls]()
Visiting Victoria Falls
Visiting Victoria Falls
A visit to Victoria Falls can be incorporated into a tailor-made trip to Zambia. A true spectacle that enchanted David Livingstone, this natural wonder is one such highlight that our country specialists will not want you to miss when exploring this breathtaking country.
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See the bat migration in Zambia ![Fruit bats]()
See the bat migration in Zambia
See the bat migration in Zambia
The bat migration takes place in Zambia between October and December in Kasanka National Park, and is the world's largest mammal migration. If you would like to see the bat migration you can include it in a bigger safari itinerary thanks to the park's proximity to the Luangwa Valley.
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Honeymoons in Zambia ![Honeymoon House, Tongabezi, Livingstone & The Victoria Falls]()
Honeymoons in Zambia
Honeymoons in Zambia
Zambia is home to a wonderful selection of lodges that offer fantastic game viewing and relaxation in equal measure. If you would like to plan your honeymoon in Zambia, our specialists can tailor a trip to your preferences and help you build the honeymoon of a lifetime.
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