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Southern Africa · Country guide

Zambia

Wild, uncrowded safaris and the home of the walking safari.

Flag of Zambia
Capital
Lusaka
Region
Southern Africa
Languages
English
Currency
Zambian kwacha
Best time to visit
May to Oct

Zambia is a safari connoisseur’s favourite. South Luangwa is famous for walking safaris and leopards, the Lower Zambezi for canoeing past elephants, and Livingstone gives you the Zambian side of Victoria Falls.

Did you know? Victoria Falls is known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya, “the smoke that thunders”.

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Known for

  • Victoria Falls
  • Walking safaris in South Luangwa
  • Canoeing the Lower Zambezi
  • Liuwa Plain

Our guides to Zambia

Did you know?

Victoria Falls is known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya, “the smoke that thunders”.

Before you go

  • Visas: rules depend on your passport and change often. Check Zambia’s official immigration website and see our visa guide.
  • Health: see a travel clinic about vaccines and malaria. Read our health guide.
  • Safety: read your government’s current travel advice for Zambia.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the capital of Zambia?

Lusaka.

What currency does Zambia use?

Zambian kwacha.

What languages are spoken in Zambia?

English.

When is the best time to visit Zambia?

May to Oct.

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