Landlocked Zambia is as big as France but much of the country is remote, wild and barely explored. Zambia is what most people refer to when they speak of the "real Africa," a land of unbridled, fierce creatures, sweeping vistas of dry woodlands, and beautiful rivers such as the huge Zambezi where elephants cross at dusk and zebras drink by day. Zambia offers one of the most unspoiled, most delicately beautiful safari experiences in all of Africa.
Landlocked Zambia is as big as France but much of the country is remote, wild and barely explored. Zambia is what most people refer to when they speak of the "real Africa," a land of unbridled, fierce creatures, sweeping vistas of dry woodlands, and beautiful rivers such as the huge Zambezi where elephants cross at dusk and zebras drink by day.
The best time to visit Zambia is in the dry season between June and November, when blue skies and warm days with cool nights create perfect safari conditions and the wildlife sightings are fantastic. This is also a great time to combine Zambia tours with a visit to Victoria Falls, although this world-renowned site is also impressive in the wet months of January and February (with the mist and spray being most dramatic). With fewer crowds, warm temperatures, and exceptional birdwatching year-round, Zambia holidays offer the best experiences no matter when you travel.
Zambia’s isolation and richly endowed natural resources have kept the country’s cuisine very traditional, unique, and very tasty. Zambian cuisine is known for its authenticity and use of indigenous ingredients, thou...
